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TV show will feature 'dead to the world' walker who collapsed on Ullswater hike
A walker who collapsed while on a charity fundraiser in the Lake District has thanked those who helped him.
Lomond national park bosses seek views on encouraging outdoor activities
National park bosses are seeking the public’s views on supporting outdoor recreation in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs.
Rescuers called out as Kirkstone Pass motorists come to grief in snow and ice
Mountain rescuers were called out to aid an injured driver on a Lake District pass after a two-vehicle crash in snow and ice.
Iain Nesbitt elected Dundonnell rescuers' team leader
Dundonnell Mountain Rescue Team has a new leader. Iain Nesbitt was elected to the post of team leader at the organisation’s annual meeting last w...
Cape Wrath Ultra and Dragon's Back Races switch to annual dates
Organisers of two of the UK’s most challenging long-distance events have announce they will be run each year.
Leo Houlding and team complete free climb of Guyana tepui Roraima
Leo Houlding and his expedition team have successfully completed a new free-climbing route on a South American ‘lost world’.
Berghaus donates £30,000 of kit to protect air ambulance crews from elements
Lifesaving airborne medics will be protected from the elements thanks to outdoors brand Berghaus. The Sunderland-based firm has kitted out staff at...
Three callouts for Keswick rescuers as icy conditions catch out Lakeland hillgoers
A Lake District team was called out three times on Sunday to aid people who came to grief in icy conditions.
Donald MacRae to step down as leader of Dundonnell rescue team
The leader of Dundonnell Mountain Rescue Team has announced he is stepping down from the post. Donald MacRae has been a member of the team for more...
Paul Anderton returns to Berghaus after 20 years to take up new innovation role
The owners of the Berghaus brand have appointed Paul Anderton to a new senior post with the Wearside company.
Rescuers battle 50mph winds and blizzards to reach stranded Cross Fell walker
A walker on the highest hill in the Pennines was rescued after getting stranded in blizzard conditions.
Scottish avalanche service kicks off, with vital reports for hillgoers
Scotland’s avalanche service steps into action today, with the first reports of the 2019-20 winter.
Lake District boss Richard Leafe: resignation rumour is 'fake news'
The boss of the Lake District national park said social media reports of his impending resignation are ‘fake news’ and he will not be leaving his post.
Ramblers' 'frustration' at owner's appeal against Glen Clova hilltrack enforcement
A Ramblers Scotland boss has described as ‘frustrating’ a landowner’s appeal against enforcement action over a hilltrack in Glen Clova.
Treemendous effort by rescuers after mystery light spotted on Snowdonia peak
Rescuers were called out after a mysterious light was spotted on a Snowdonia mountain. Members of Aberdyfi Search and Rescue Team were alerted abou...
Cave Rescue Organisation buys small off-roader to reach Yorkshire Dales casualties
A rescue team in the Yorkshire Dales has invested in a small off-road vehicle to reach casualties on the fells.
Man dies after collapsing on Yorkshire Dales walk
A man has died after collapsing while walking in the Yorkshire Dales. The 86-year-old had complained of feeling unwell on the bridleway between Ing...
Leadhills Estate in Lowther Hills loses general licence after wildlife crimes in area
A Scottish Government agency has restricted a licence on a shooting estate in the Lowther Hills after evidence of wildlife crime in the area.