Quadriplegic Ed Jackson completes challenge to carry Christmas tree to 12 summits

A quadriplegic adventurer has completed his challenge to lug a Christmas tree to the top of 12 British mountains to raise cash for charity.

Happy Christmas from the grough team!

The team at grough wish you a very happy Christmas. We hope you have a great festive season and that Santa brings you all the outdoors goodies you ...

Ed Jackson, the 'lucky' quadriplegic who discovered alpine mountaineering

Four years ago, Ed Jackson's rugby career ended with an ill judged dive into a swimming pool and a broken spine; here's how he came to be on two alpine summits with top climber Leo Houlding.

Last-minute Christmas gifts guide: stocking fillers for the outdoor enthusiast

Christmas is fast approaching and we've been out trying some great items to help you choose festive gifts for the outdoors enthusiast in your life.

Helvellyn group led to safety after getting stuck on Striding Edge

Three people had to be led to safety after getting stuck on Striding Edge on Helvellyn. Rescuers said the wintry conditions on the ridge were too c...

Interview: Nims Purja, the 'unknown' mountaineer who smashed the 8,000m peaks record

He's the Nepalese man who hadn't set foot on a mountain until nine years ago; then he set his eyes on possibly the toughest high-altitude record .

Mapping data shows more people walking, for longer distances, this summer

Data collected by Britain’s national mapping agency showed people using its app were walking longer distances and in greater numbers over the summer.

On test: three- to four-season walking boots reviewed

Designing a boot that can be used throughout the year in all but the most severe winter conditions isn’t easy; we tested six pairs to see if they fulfilled the task.

Climate change puts Scotland's coastal wild camps at risk, say researchers

Some of Scotland’s best coastal wild camping areas could disappear because of increased coastal erosion, research suggests.