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Berghaus co-founder Gordon Davison dies, aged 85

The co-founder of the Berghaus brand of outdoor gear has died. Gordon Davison had suffered a heart attack and passed away surrounded by his family ...

Peak District climber rescued after getting wedged in rocks

A climber had to be rescued after getting jammed in rocks on a Peak District route. In a separate incident, a man who was belaying on a route was i...

Ups and Downs – The Story of Handbook of the Scottish Hills

Eric Yeaman wrote what is considered to be a groundbreaking book listing almost 2,500 Scottish peaks 31 years ago - here hill sleuth Myrddyn Phillips reveals its background.

Calder Valley rescuers' finances under pressure as lockdown sees callouts increase

A rescue team which has bucked the trend and seen an increase in callouts is appealing to the public to stay within their capabilities when exercising.

Almost half of UK consumers in survey have cut outdoor activities during lockdown

Almost half of UK people surveyed in a consumer research project said they had taken part in fewer outdoor activities during the coronavirus lockdown.

Online box office to open for new National Outdoor Expo to be staged in 2021

Organisers of a new outdoors show say they will open its box office on Thursday with a Facebook event.

Yorkshire Dales bosses praise weekend visitors for following relaxed lockdown rules

National park bosses in the Yorkshire Dales said most weekend visitors to the area adhered to social distancing and pleas to show respect.

Rescuers will resume search for missing Fisherfield walker Martin Rhodes after lockdown

Rescuers in north-west Scotland have assured the family of missing walker Martin Rhodes that he has not been forgotten.

North Yorkshire Police issue 61 weekend fines as Covid-19 lockdown rules flouted

Police in North Yorkshire said the lockdown tide appears to be turning, with an increasing number of visitors ignoring the Covid-19 rules.

Alex Waddington collects 10 bags of rubbish on Peak District Spin and Bin ride

A cyclist has completed a 108-mile clean-up journey in the Peak District. Alex Waddington was due to complete his Spin and Bin on the day of the su...

Cyclist Alex Waddington plans 100-mile clean-up challenge across Peak District

A cyclist plans to hit the saddle for 16-hours in a challenge to clean up the Peak District. Alex Waddington will tackle more than 100 miles of hil...

Simon Roberts appointed sales director with Vango company AMG Group

Simon Roberts is joining the company that owns the Vango brand as its sales director. Mr Roberts will take up his post with the AMG Group on 1 July...

Yorkshire Dales: national park says no more rubbish excuses for leaving litter

A Yorkshire Dales authority member said there can be no more rubbish excuses for visitors leaving their litter.

Yorkshire Dales bosses in litter plea as more first-time visitors expected at weekend

National park bosses in the Yorkshire Dales have put together information for first-time visitors to the area as they prepare for an influx of people at the weekend.

Yorkshire Dales visitors can 'clear their heads' but Cumbria not ready for large influx

National park bosses in the Yorkshire Dales said the area would be a place where key workers and members of households could come to exercise over the coming bank holiday weekend.

Peak District Hope Valley Explorer bus service cancelled due to Covid-19 crisis

A planned seasonal bus service in the Peak District will not now take place this year. Coronavirus restrictions have led to the cancelling of the H...

Ingleborough Hall steps into the stretch zone for outdoor learning during lockdown

Staff at a Yorkshire Dales outdoor education centre have had to step outside their comfort zone as the Covid-19 lockdown completely changes their approach to outdoor learning.