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Illegal raptor killings at all-time high, with North Yorkshire top of table of shame
North Yorkshire has again topped the league table of shame for raptor persecution – the seventh year in a row.
NatureScot extends South Lanarkshire estate restrictions for three more years
The Scottish Government’s agency for the outdoors has extended restrictions on a South Lanarkshire estate for three more years.
Highland walkers warned damaged Steall Gorge footpath will close for repairs
Walkers will be unable to use a popular Highlands path while repairs are carried out. The Steall Gorge footpath, at the base of the Ben Nevis massi...
Mountaineering Scotland welcomes lifting of stay-local orders for hill-goers
Mountaineering Scotland has welcomed the easing of travel restrictions from Friday, allowing people to travel outside their local area.
On test: Komperdell Carbon Expedition FXP4 Vario walking poles reviewed
Self-deploying folding poles from the Austrian brand that snap into locked position make for rapid availability when needed.
John Muir Trust completes path repairs on Quinag in north-west Highlands
A popular path on a Scottish mountain described as a ‘walker’s paradise’ has been restored. Work completed on Quinag in the north-west Highla...
Public urged to enjoy Scots nature reserves as record numbers visit during year
Record numbers of visitors have visited Scotland’s national nature reserves during the year. NatureScot, the official government body for the out...
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.
Authorities in Wales warn bank holiday fly-campers face penalties
Authorities and conservation bodies in Wales have appealed to visitors to stick to designated campsites over the bank holiday weekend.
Ramblers urge Treasury to fund path repairs to support Covid-19 walking surge
Walkers’ campaigners are urging the Chancellor Rishi Sunak to stump up cash for path repairs as winter approaches.
Access battle 'not over', as campaigners gather to mark Winter Hill demo date
Campaigners will gather this weekend to mark the 125th anniversary of a milestone in the rights of the public to access England’s uplands.
Right to roam campaigners plan mass trespass on Brighton Downs
Campaigners are planning what they are calling a peaceful mass trespass on the Brighton Downs to press for better access to the countryside.
Rescuers plead with public not to put themselves in harm's way
Rescuers have pleaded with walkers to think carefully before they head out for their daily exercise. Calder Valley Search and Rescue Team said memb...
Pair who prompted callout in which Lakeland rescuer injured handed £200 fines
Two men who prompted a callout in which a mountain rescue volunteer was seriously injured have been handed a £200 penalty by police.
Tackling raptor persecution in Scotland a priority for wildlife cop Gavin Ross
A newly appointed police officer with Scotland’s National Wildlife Crime Unit will make tackling raptor persecution, hare coursing and poaching his priorities.
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.
Donations help fund rebuild of Coast to Coast Walk bridge destroyed by floods
Rangers and a volunteer have replaced a storm-damaged bridge on the route of the Coast to Coast Walk.
Campaigners lose legal challenge to Lake District off-roading decision
Campaigners have lost a legal challenge to the way Lake District bosses decided not to impose restrictions on two unsurfaced roads in the national park.
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8 Campaigning Kate Ashbrook celebrates 40 years as head of Open Spaces Society (3)
9 Summer's over; it's getting darker and colder. Time to wise up to winter on the hill (2)
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