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Work on 'dreaded' stretch of Coast to Coast Walk paves way for National Trail opening

Work to improve conditions on one of the boggiest sections of the Coast to Coast path has been completed.

Tom Hollins sets new record for self-supported winter round of Wainwright fells

Endurance runner Tom Hollins has set a new record for a self-supported round of the Wainwright fells.

Government to repeal deadline that risked paths being lost to public

The Westminster government said it will repeal a deadline for recording paths as rights of way, to allow local authorities more time to ensure they will remain available for the public.

Phone satellite feature helps lost Kinder Scout walkers summon rescuers

Two walkers found their luck was in after they got lost on Kinder Scout, the Peak District’s highest hill.

Mountain expert Graham Uney will give this year's Wainwright memorial talk

Mountain expert Graham Uney will be the guest speaker at this year’s annual memorial lecture of the Wainwright Society.

On test: Adidas Terrex Free Hiker 2.0 Gore-Tex boots reviewed

Terrex's lightweight boot proved comfortable over extensive trail walking...

On test: Danner Cascade Crest boots reviewed

They come with a hefty price tag, but these USA-manufactured boots ooze quality...

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.

Keswick rescuers called out to injured walker less than an hour into New Year

Members of Keswick Mountain Rescue Team were called out 44 minutes into the New Year when a pair of walkers requested help on a trip to Great Gable.

On test: Danner Mountain 600 EVO boots reviewed

The 'EVO' version of Danner's Mountain 600 is upgraded to make them a backpacking boot. How did they fare over the months?...

Heading for the winter hills: should you pack your crampons or micro-spikes?

It’s winter, and you want to stay safe on the hills as snow and ice blanket the uplands. So should you pack your crampons, or will micro-spikes d...

Open Spaces Society seeks donations to action fund after year of fighting legal cases

Campaigning body the Open Spaces Society is pleading for donations to replenish its legal action fund.

On test: Danner Mountain 600 Leaf GTX boots reviewed

Danner's addition to its Mountain 600 range offers good comfort on the trail...

The Pennine Way: my route at 66

Last year I decided to celebrate qualifying for the state pension by tackling another oldie: Britain's first national trail.

Campaigning Kate Ashbrook celebrates 40 years as head of Open Spaces Society

A champion of public access has celebrated 40 years’ leadership of Britain’s oldest national conservation body.

On test: trail-walking shoes reviewed

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

Thousands of routes at risk as government u-turns on lost paths deadline

Campaigners have condemned the Westminster government for reneging on a commitment to ditch a deadline for recording lost paths in England.

On test: lightweight walking boots reviewed

The return of more typical UK weather after an unprecedented dry spell enabled us to complete our evaluation of 11 pairs of lightweight boots in the British countryside and hills.