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On test: waterproof jackets reviewed
We've been out in all weathers to put 14 waterproof jackets to the test; here's what we think...
Runner Damian Hall smashes Pennine Way record by more than three hours
Athlete Damian Hall has broken the record for running the length of the Pennine Way. He arrived in Edale in Derbyshire on Friday shortly after 7.30...
Runner Damian Hall plans attempt on Pennine Way record set a week before
Less than a week after John Kelly set a new record for running the Pennine Way, another athlete is lining up to post a fastest known time for the route.
Another record falls as John Kelly posts fastest time for running Pennine Way
Another endurance record has fallen with ultrarunner John Kelly posting a new fastest time for running the Pennine Way.
Retailer GO Outdoors expects surge in camping when lockdown ends
Britain’s biggest outdoors retailer said it is expecting a surge in customers’ interest in camping.
Online box office to open for new National Outdoor Expo to be staged in 2021
Organisers of a new outdoors show say they will open its box office on Thursday with a Facebook event.
Yorkshire Dales visitors can 'clear their heads' but Cumbria not ready for large influx
National park bosses in the Yorkshire Dales said the area would be a place where key workers and members of households could come to exercise over the coming bank holiday weekend.
Lake District boss says stay away as national parks prepare for lockdown easing
The boss of the Lake District national park has appealed to the public not to visit the area, despite the Prime Minister announcing an end to restrictions on travelling for exercise in England.
Peak District wildfire risk adds to park authority 'stay away' message
Peak District national park bosses have repeated the message to stay at home this weekend as the coronavirus lockdown continues.
Bearded vulture's Peak District visit underlines wildlife importance, says chief
The boss of the Peak District national park said the interest caused by the visit of a rare vulture to the area is testament to the importance of wildlife to the park.
Emergency parking measures introduced around Snowdon after weekend chaos
One of the most popular car parks for walkers setting off to ascend Wales’s highest mountain will be closed at weekends.
Yorkshire Three Peaks path on Ingleborough to close for repairs
A section of the Yorkshire Three Peaks route will be closed for up to six months while the steep path is repaired.
Berghaus co-founder Gordon Davison dies, aged 85
The co-founder of the Berghaus brand of outdoor gear has died. Gordon Davison had suffered a heart attack and passed away surrounded by his family ...
Lake District police go on patrol to catch campers breaking lockdown rules
Police in the Lake District have been carrying out patrols where visitors are suspected of camping. Under current government rules, overnight stays...
Peak District rescuers plead with public to plan properly as callouts rise 360 per cent
Volunteer rescuers in the Peak District have appealed to those heading to the countryside to plan and prepare for their outings, after the number of callouts more than tripled.
Cumbrian rescuers plead with outdoor fans not to head to fells as lockdown eased
Mountain rescuers in the Lake District have appealed to outdoor enthusiasts to stay off the area’s high fells when lockdown restrictions are eased.
Ingleborough Hall steps into the stretch zone for outdoor learning during lockdown
Staff at a Yorkshire Dales outdoor education centre have had to step outside their comfort zone as the Covid-19 lockdown completely changes their approach to outdoor learning.
Parkinson's adventurer Alex Flynn plans isolation vertical marathon up and down stairs
An adventurer who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease will attempt to a vertical marathon, using his home staircase.