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Northumberland rescuers plead: don't head for the hills this Easter
Rescuers in north-eastern England are pleading with outdoor enthusiasts not to travel to the Northumberland national park over the Easter weekend.
Injured buzzard recovering after being found in North Yorkshire with shot wounds
A buzzard is recovering after being found with gunshot wounds in North Yorkshire. A farmer discovered the injured bird of prey near Shipton Grange,...
Dundonnell team holds online training session for members during Covid-19 lockdown
A Scottish rescue team has held its first online training session. Dundonnell Mountain Rescue Team, in common with other volunteer teams, normally ...
Firefighters tackle second blaze in two weeks at Pennine moorland site
Firefighters are battling a moorland blaze at the same site as a similar wildfire two weeks ago. West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said 10 fir...
Dales boss: people shouldn't be penalised for handful who ignore Covid-19 rules
Bosses in the Yorkshire Dales said a handful of visitors had ignored instructions not to travel, but the national park was generally quiet.
GO Outdoors rebrands with GO Indoors message as warmer weekend looms
The UK’s biggest outdoors retailer is urging people to stay at home this weekend, as forecasters predict warmer weather.
National Trust for Scotland appoints museum director Philip Long as next chief
The National Trust for Scotland has appointed a museum director as its next chief executive. Philip Long will take over the post when the current b...
Welsh groups warn Covid-19 measures risk 'stigmatising' outdoor fans
A group of outdoor organisations has called on the Welsh Government to issue advice on taking outdoor exercise, as those making safe use of paths and green spaces risk becoming stigmatised.
Ultrarunner airlifted from Lakeland fell plans runs to raise cash for air ambulance
An ultrarunner who was airlifted from a Lake District fell after suffering multiple seizures has vowed to raise cash for the air ambulance service that rescued her.
Widespread calls for public to avoid trips to countryside over Easter weekend
A concerted effort is underway to dissuade the public from breaking government coronavirus guidelines on visiting the countryside over the Easter weekend.
Ramblers Scotland backs Holyrood minister's Covid-19 outdoor access statement
Ramblers Scotland has welcomed Scottish Government guidelines on responsible access to the outdoors during the coronavirus crisis.
Mountain rescuers' plea to stay at home at Easter after walkers ignore travel advice
The body representing mountain rescuers south of the border expressed disappointment that walkers had been ignoring advice and travelling to national parks during the coronavirus crisis.
Future grim for mountain professionals as virus crisis cuts earnings by almost £60m
A study by a British Mountain Guide has estimated the loss in earnings of UK outdoor professionals because of the coronavirus pandemic at £58.8m.
Mountaineering council considers 'virtual' annual meeting during Covid-19 crisis
The British Mountaineering Council is considering holding its annual meeting in a ‘virtual’ form this year.
Yorkshire Dales boss uses emergency powers to adopt radical carbon plan
The boss of the Yorkshire Dales national park has used his emergency powers to commit the authority to a major carbon-reduction plan.
Kathmandu's 1 April dress keeps Paula snug during sub-zero wedding
This time last year, we featured New Zealand brand Kathmandu’s revolutionary Gore-Tex wedding dress, unveiled on 1 April.
Peak District bosses plead with residents not to block paths during Covid-19 crisis
National park bosses in the Peak District said rights of way should not be blocked or closed during the coronavirus crisis.
Dales bosses thank visitors for staying away but warn against blocking paths
National park bosses in the Yorkshire Dales have thanked people who heeded pleas to stay away from the area.
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