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On test: winter waterproof jackets reviewed

We've been busy out on the hill in the worst that the UK climate can throw at us to evaluate nine waterproof jackets.

Bodies of three hillwalkers recovered from Aonach Eagach ridge in Glen Coe

Three mountaineers have died in an incident on Aonach Eagach in Glen Coe. Their bodies were discovered by rescuers after they failed to return from...

New bothy opens on Mar Lodge Estate in southern Cairngorms

A new bothy has opened in the southern Cairngorms after volunteers completed renovations on the building.

Walkers and injured dog Cooper rescued from Fisherfield mountainside

Two walkers and their dog were rescued from a mountainside in the Highlands after getting into difficulties.

On test: winter waterproof jackets reviewed

We've been out on the hills to see how eight different waterproof jackets perform in the wind, rain and snow.

Endurance walker James Forrest claims record for National Three Peaks challenge

An adventurer has claimed a new record for the ascent of the National Three Peaks. James Forrest summited Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, walk...

Alex Moran and Mike Coppock complete gruelling Island Munros Triathlon

Two teachers have completed a gruelling non-stop Hebridean triathlon to raise funds for young people venturing into the outdoors.

Review: Walking the Wainwrights, by Graham Uney

Graham Uney's book is a useful and information-packed guide to ticking off the Wainwright fells in 64 different day walks.

Rescuers issue advice after lost walkers call for help from Fisherfield peak

Rescuers in the Highlands stressed the need for groups to stay together on the hills, after three walkers reported themselves lost.

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.

Rescue stalwart Dave 'Heavy' Whalley wins mountain culture award

A stalwart of mountain rescue is the latest recipient of an annual award for excellence. Organisers of Fort William Mountain Festival have named Da...

Michael Dewey: the man whose name graces a list of 426 hills

Michael Dewey, who lent his name to a list of 500m hills, died this year. Here, Myrddyn Phillips looks back on a friendship between the two hill sleut...

Body of missing Glen Coe walker Neil Gillingham found on Stob Coire Sgreamhach

A man’s body found on a munro above Glen Coe has been identified as that of missing walker Neil Gillingham.

Anna Taylor completes self-powered Classic Rock round, climbing's 'Wainwrights' challenge

A rising star of climbing has completed a self-powered round of all the Classic Rock routes. Anna Taylor cycled 2,400km reaching the climbs, and as...

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.

Network Rail accused of high-handed act in locking Ben Alder walkers' crossing

A walkers’ charity has accused a rail authority of acting in a high-handed manner after it padlocked a level crossing used by walkers to reach popular hills in the Highlands.

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.

Charity set up in memory of Martin Moran to encourage teens to enjoy mountain life

The family of mountaineer Martin Moran have set up a charitable foundation in his memory. They hope to support young people from diverse background...

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