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Helmet saves Lake District mountain biker from serious injury in high-speed crash

A mountain biker’s helmet saved him from a more serious injury when he fell off at high speed on a Lake District fell.

Cattle-grid reference helps rescuers find Lake District pair stuck on steep ground

Rescuers had to turn detective to find a couple who reported themselves stuck on steep ground in the Lake District.

National Trust plans new ladder for Bowder Stone in Borrowdale

Conservation charity the National Trust is seeking permission to build a new ladder up the Bowder Stone in the Lake District.

BBC Two series will see mountaineer Paul Rose explore the Lake District

Outdoor enthusiasts who love the Lake District will be able to enjoy some of its delights without leaving their armchairs.

Two dogs strechered from fell after 30ft plunge on Castle Crag

Two dogs were stretchered from a Lake District fell after they fell 30ft from a crag. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was alerted shortly before 1pm o...

Lakeland walker injured in fall near Sty Head stretcher box

A walker was helped from a Lakeland fell after injuring herself in a fall. The 62-year-old suffered a possible broken wrist and injured knee in the...

Parking at Seathwaite for your Lakeland walk: could a fire engine pass?

Visitors to a walkers’ hotspot in the Lake District are being asked to park responsibly or consider alternatives at busy times.

National Trust rangers begin work restoring Scafell Pike summit cairn

A group of rangers has begun work restoring the summit cairn on England’s highest mountain. The team of seven is camping on Scafell Pike while th...

Lake District walker rescued after injuring herself on Blencathra

A Lakeland walker was rescued from Blencathra after injuring her ankle. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was called out about 4.45pm on Sunday to the s...

Lake District climber rescued after injuring leg in fall from Borrowdale crag

A climber was rescued from a Lake District crag after suffering a suspected broken leg in a fall. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was called out about...

Sheepish Borrowdale casualty rescued after getting stuck on Goat Crag

Mountain rescuers were called to aid a sheepish casualty stuck on Goat Crag in the Lake District. A farmer requested the help of Keswick Mountain R...

Kendal Mountain Festival: big names mingle with big crowds as event grows

Another successful year for the Cumbrian town's festival as the stars descend for four days of outdoor-oriented entertainment.

Three teams in Great Gable search after 12-year-old and granddad reported missing

A major night search involving three rescue teams and a helicopter was mounted when a man and his 12-year-old granddaughter were reported missing in the Lake District.

Lakeland campers rescued after getting trapped by floodwater in Borrowdale

A couple camping in the Lake District were rescued after they woke in the early hours to find their tent floating in flood water.

Lakeland hills alive with music as choir marks First World War fallen

The hills have been alive with the sound of music as part of a Lakeland project to remember those who perished in the First World War.

Injured husky dog stretchered from mountain after Scafell Pike ascent

An injured dog was stretchered from England’s highest mountain after getting into difficulties. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was alerted late on ...

Climber rescued from Lake District crag after ropes jam during abseil

A climber was rescued after he got stuck on a Lake District crag when his ropes jammed while abseiling.

Prince Charles unveils plaque to mark Lake District's world heritage status

Prince Charles has unveiled a plaque to mark the Lake District’s designation as a Unesco world heritage site.

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