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Off-duty rescuer uses emergency shelter to help injured Helvellyn walker

An off-duty mountain rescuer was able to protect a walker from hypothermia after he was injured on the flanks of Helvellyn.

Work to begin on demolition of Culra Bothy ahead of rebuilding in 2026

Work on demolishing a Highland bothy will start on Monday, the charity that cares for it said. A new building is planned at Culra on the Ben Alder ...

Pair face long jail terms after coviction for felling Sycamore Gap tree

Two men were warned they face lengthy prison sentences after being convicted of felling the celebrated tree at Sycamore Gap on Hadrian’s Wall.

Last-minute festive stocking fillers? Here are a few ideas

In a quandary what to buy your outdoors fan for Christmas? We've reviewed some stocking fillers for you...

On test: Therm-a-Rest Neoair XLite NXT sleeping mat reviewed

A lightweight sleeping mat that packs up small and provides good warmth and comfort, at a price...

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.

Runner Joss Naylor 'King of the Fells' dies aged 88

Joss Naylor, an elder statesman of the fellrunning community, has died, aged 88. The Wasdale farmer held many running records and was a familiar fa...

Police charge two men with criminal damage over felling of Sycamore Gap tree

Two men have been charged with criminal damage in connection with the felling of the tree at Sycamore Gap.

More than 40 involved in rescue of injured walker who spent 24 hours on Scafell Pike

An injured walker spent 24 hours on the flanks of England’s highest mountain before being rescued. A major search operation was mounted after the...

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.

Cockermouth rescuers pay tribute to John Dempster, who died this month

Mountain rescue team members have paid tribute to their former chair and vice-president, who died earlier this month.

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.

Father and son rescued from Cheviots after suffering heat exhaustion

A father and son were rescued from a remote hill in the Cheviots after getting into difficulties caused by the hot weather.

Injured Helvellyn walker among eight callouts for busy Patterdale rescuers

A Lake District rescue team had a busy week, with eight callouts, including three on the same day within two hours.

Two Cumbrian men appear at court over criminal damage to Sycamore Gap tree

Two men have appeared at court in Newcastle-upon-Tyne accused of criminal damage in an incident in which the celebrated tree at Sycamore Gap on Hadrian’s Wall was felled.