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Lochaber rescue team: 'stay off our mountains during Covid-19 crisis'
A Highland rescue team has urged outdoor enthusiasts to stay away from its mountains during the coronavirus crisis.
Lomond bosses say visitors can still enjoy national park's open spaces
Bosses in the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs national park said visitors can still enjoy the fresh air and exercise opportunities offered by its outdoor spaces.
On test: AKU Serai mountaineering boots reviewed
High-end insulated boots for high-end mountain trips; how did they perform?...
Rescuers and mountaineers will attend Scottish Parliament reception
Parliamentarians will hear from mountaineers and rescuers at a Holyrood reception. Representatives of Scottish Mountain Rescue and Mountaineering S...
Brecon Beacons walker rescued from Blorenge after injuring ankle in fall
Rescuers were called out to aid a walker who fell and injured herself on Christmas Day on a Brecon Beacons hill.
Six days, six hours, four minutes: how Paul Tierney broke the Wainwrights running record
An astonishing challenge that ran on chips, banter and very little sleep, but definitely no smashed avocado.
On test: walking trousers reviewed
We've been legging it across the hills and countryside to put 16 pairs of technical walking trousers to the test; which suits you best?.
Berghaus donates £30,000 of kit to protect air ambulance crews from elements
Lifesaving airborne medics will be protected from the elements thanks to outdoors brand Berghaus. The Sunderland-based firm has kitted out staff at...
Winter comes to Lakeland as three felltop assessors gear up for a new season
The Lake District's felltop assessors will begin their daily ascents of Helvellyn this week; we spoke to 'new boy' Wes Hunter to get his thoughts on his new 'dream job'.
Outdoor Industries Association to lobby government to limit Covid-19 impacts
The umbrella body for the outdoors industry said it is needs to work with government departments to reduce the impact of the Covid-19 crisis on the industry.
Get outdoors but don't take risks, say mountain rescuers as Covid-19 pandemic grows
Outdoor enthusiasts are being asked to keep their activities within within their capabilities in an effort to reduce the necessity of being rescued.
On test: walkers' ice-axes reviewed
An ice-axe is essential for anyone heading for the wintry mountains in the UK; we put three to the test.
Rescuers thank walkers who provided extra clothes for injured Sugar Loaf woman
Rescuers have thanked passers-by who provided extra clothing to a walker who injured herself on a Brecon Beacons peak.
Injured walker's poetry helps keep up rescuers' spirits during stretcher carry
An injured walker kept up rescuers’ spirits by regaling them with poetry and literary recitals as he was stretchered from a Lakeland fell.
Happy Christmas to you all from grough!
Everyone at grough would like to wish a merry Christmas to all our readers, friends, followers and the wider outdoor community.
Grough's great big guide to Christmas gift ideas for the outdoor fan
We've scoured the outdoor world for suggestions for innovative festive presents for the mad-keen outdoor enthusiast in your life..
Three callouts for Keswick rescuers as icy conditions catch out Lakeland hillgoers
A Lake District team was called out three times on Sunday to aid people who came to grief in icy conditions.
Leadhills Estate in Lowther Hills loses general licence after wildlife crimes in area
A Scottish Government agency has restricted a licence on a shooting estate in the Lowther Hills after evidence of wildlife crime in the area.