Moor owners call for changes to fire-risk system as blazes continue

Land managers in charge of more than a fifth of moorland in England and Wales have called for a change to the system that triggers closure of access land to walkers, in the wake of widespread wildfires.

Undies boss steps in as Blacks cuts losses

Struggling High Street outdoor retailers Blacks Leisure has managed to reduce its losses but warned trading conditions remain difficult.

Plea for walkers to check before venturing into wildfire areas

A conservation charity is pleading with walkers to check before venturing into areas devastated by recent wildfires.

National park bosses act to clear eyesore building

National park officers have taken enforcement action to clear an eyesore building put up within view of one of the country’s top rockclimbing venues.

Woodland destroyed as walkers warned of continuing wildfires

Wildfires have continued to rage across the UK, fanned by high winds which have helped the flames spread across exceptionally dry ground.

Rescuers use boat to reach injured walker

Mountain rescuers used their specialist boat to rescue a woman who fell on a lakeside path. The 57-year-old walker, from Lincoln, slipped today whi...

Outdoor guild man's books chosen as royal wedding gift

A member of the Outdoor Writers & Photographers Guild had two of his books chosen as wedding presents for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge – by the Prime Minister.

Water safety experts' warning for Lakeland visitors

Safety experts today warned of the dangers of venturing into one of the Lake District’s most popular stretches of water during the warm weather.

Patrick lends a paw in beach clean-up

Dogged determination by volunteers saw one of Britain’s most remote beaches restored to pristine condition after the collection of masses of marine debris.