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Lakeland team warns police may attend rescues to check for lockdown breaches

Lake District rescuers have warned that police may attend incidents during lockdown to check on any possible breaches of rules.

Lakeland rescuers issue 'stay at home' plea as area enters tier-four lockdown

Rescuers pleaded with visitors to stick to lockdown rules after a climber had to be rescued when he got stuck on a Lake District crag.

Two injured walkers and cragfast man rescued from Pillar in six-hour operation

Three walkers were rescued from a Lake District mountain in a major night-time operation lasting six hours.

Major European outdoor brands join in 'Green Friday' fundraiser for eco-projects

Some of Europe’s biggest outdoor brands are using Black Friday to raise cash for conservation causes.

Runaway dog Betsy rescued after spending three nights on Cadair Idris

A missing dog was rescued after spending three nights on a Snowdonia mountain. Betsy, a small pointer cross, slipped her harness and escaped her ow...

Ex-rights-of-way inspector will be campaigners' eyes and ears on Isle of Wight

A retired rights-of-way inspector will be the eyes and ears of campaigning group the Open Spaces Society on the Isle of Wight.

Ramblers' citizen geographers find 49,000 miles of 'lost paths'

More than 49,000 miles of footpaths in England and Wales are at risk because they have not been officially recorded.

Wales closes to visitors as much of UK faces stricter lockdown measures

Wales will be out of bounds to visiting outdoor enthusiasts from Friday, and other parts of the UK will be subject to increased restrictions due to the coronavirus crisis.

Badly parked vehicles hamper rescuers after Finnich Glen visitor injures arm in fall

Rescuers were hampered in their efforts to reach an injured person at a Stirlingshire beauty spot by inconsiderately parked vehicles.

Welsh authorities plead: don't try to travel to our national parks

National park bosses in the Wales are urging the public to stick to the latest lockdown guidelines. Authorities in the three national parks pleaded...

Christmas stocking fillers for the outdoor fan: here's our last-minute festive gift guide

In a quandary over what to buy your favourite outdoors enthusiast? Here are some last minute gift ideas...

On test: Leatherman Free T4 multi-tool reviewed

Leatherman's small but sturdy multi-tool is a good addition to the backpacker's rucksack as well as being useful round the house.

On test: 15 to 35 litre daysacks reviewed

We spent the past few months lugging loads across the hills to test 16 different rucksacks; here's how they fared.

Post-lockdown visitor surge leads to path erosion on trust's Scottish hills

Increasing numbers of walkers using mountain paths in Scotland during the coronavirus crisis has led to damage to routes.

Dartmoor and Yorkshire Dales car parks to stay open during second English lockdown

Car parks and toilets in the Yorkshire Dales will stay open during the latest lockdown, national park bosses said.

Replica plaque fitting caps summer-long repairs of Ingleborough summit shelter

A structure that has provided welcoming shelter for hillgoers on one of Yorkshire’s Three Peaks for more than 60 years has been restored and rebuilt.

Prepare to end your walk in darkness, warn experts, as UK prepares to put clocks back

Hillgoers need to prepare to end their day’s activities in darkness, as the end of British summer time looms.

Ramblers receive £185,000 boost for Walking for Health scheme

Campaigning charity the Ramblers has received a cash boost to help it encourage walking. Sport England has given the organisation £185,000 of Nati...

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