Mapping data shows more people walking, for longer distances, this summer

Data collected by Britain’s national mapping agency showed people using its app were walking longer distances and in greater numbers over the summer.

Surveying sleuth Myrddyn Phillips adds a new marilyn to hill-baggers' list

Hill baggers with an eye on prominence will need to add a Welsh summit to their wish list with the discovery of a new marilyn.

Wainwright fans reprint Yorkshire Dales guidebook Walks in Limestone Country

Aficionados of the late author Alfred Wainwright have republished one of his out-of-print works. The Wainwright Society has reprinted the second ed...

Experts warn Google Maps Ben Nevis route is 'potentially life-threatening'

Mountain experts are warning walkers could be led into dangerous steep terrain if they attempt to ascend Ben Nevis using a route on Google Maps.

Following in Wainwright's footsteps, only faster: Brian Melia runs a record Pennine Journey

Prompted by a suggestion from his wife, Brian Melia set out on quest to complete A Pennine Journey; 88 hours later he finished the 247-mile course and set a new record.

More than 40 rescuers called out after reports of walker fainting on Helvellyn range

More than 40 rescuers from two teams were involved in the search for a group of walkers who got into difficulties on the Helvellyn range.

Police rescuer urges Scottish hillgoers to go properly equipped

Some hillgoers are taking to Scotland’s mountains without adequate equipment and skills, a police rescuer said.

Walkers warned of Schiehallion path closures while repairs take place

Walkers heading for Schiehallion will face path closures and diversions while repairs take place. Contractors will carry out work on the munro, beg...

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.