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On test: trail-walking shoes reviewed

Eight pairs of walking shoes, suitable for use on the UK's trails, evaluated over extensive testing...

Ramblers unveil beginners' navigation videos to help walkers get into the outdoors

How confident are you that you can find your way when you head out for a walk? Walking charity the Ramblers said a fifth of people they surveyed sa...

Summer's over; it's getting darker and colder. Time to wise up to winter on the hill

The more perceptive outdoor enthusiasts will notice darkness falling earlier from Sunday. British summer time ends at 2am on 29 October, and mounta...

Mountain Bothies Association in good financial health as Covid pandemic recedes

The charity that cares for mountain shelters in Britain ended 2022 with a large financial surplus. The Mountain Bothies Association said this was d...

BMC proposes 12-month trial of permitted wild camping in England and Wales

The British Mountaineering Council is calling for a 12-month trial where wild camping is permitted on certain areas of national parks south of the border.

North York Moors go on fire alert as dry spell continues

National park bosses in the North York Moors are urging visitors to be vigilant as the risk of wildfires increases.

Wildfowl collector sentenced after using illegal poison to kill red kites and rooks

A wildfowl collector has been sentenced to a community payback order after admitting illegally poisoning 15 birds, including five red kites.

Major search launched for Scafell Pike walkers who split from their group

Four rescue teams and two search dogs and handlers joined a major operation to find two walkers reported missing on England’s highest mountain.

Lakeland rescuers help free 'caver' trapped at indoor climbing wall

Lake District rescuers were called to help a caver who became stuck – at an indoor climbing wall. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team said the incident ...

What to buy your outdoors fan for Christmas? Here's grough's stocking-filler guide

We've been out evaluating lots of festive goodies that we think will make ideal gifts for the outdoors fan in your life.

Time for warmth: we head north for the lowdown on insulation for the outdoors

Is down still the best material for insulating us in the UK's notoriously wet climate? PrimaLoft took us north to convince us otherwise...

Aberdyfi rescuers celebrate 50 years of team that began at Outward Bound school

A team of rescuers that can trace its roots back to the 1960s has celebrated its official 50th birthday.

On test: camping accessories reviewed

Whether you're pitching a tent on a campsite or heading to the hills for a wild camp, we think you'll find these additions to your kit useful.

Lake District search dog volunteers to hold open day at Kirkstone Pass

Lake District visitors will be able to see the work of the area’s volunteer search dog handlers during an open day at a mountain pass.

Open Spaces Society joins battle to regain Dartmoor camping rights

Britain’s oldest national conservation body has joined the battle to restore camping rights on Dartmoor.

Summer shuttle buses run again in two Lake District valleys

Shuttle buses are again running in two Lake District valleys during weekends and bank holidays. The low-cost public transport allows outdoor enthus...

Carl O'Keeffe dies after becoming trapped at Keswick indoor caving route

A man who became trapped while caving at an indoor climbing wall in Keswick has died from his injuries.

Lakeland walker airlifted from wintry fell after slip leads to ankle injury

A walker was airlifted from a wintry Lake District fell after injuring his ankle. The man was in a group of six descending Hind Gill above Seathwai...