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Aberdeenshire gamekeeper George Mutch jailed for killing goshawk
A gamekeeper has been jailed for four months for killing a protected bird of prey. George Mutch of Kildrummy, was found guilty of four offences inv...
Man who died on Helvellyn might have lain on mountain for four days
Details have been released of the massive search for the missing man who died after being found on Helvellyn.
Walkers and mountaineers urge Government to step in over Lomond camping row
The row over a national park’s plans to ban wild camping along many of its loch shores intensified today as two organisations representing walkers, climbers and mountaineers condemned the proposals.
Fatigued walker helped from Base Brown by rescuers
A woman was helped to safety from a Lake District fell after getting into difficulties. The 40-year-old, who rescuers said had a medical history, w...
Rescuers praise RAF pilot's 'awesome' flying after climber falls on Cairn Gorm
Rescuers have praised the skills of the crew of an RAF search and rescue helicopter during an incident in the Cairngorms.
Ed Catmur wins The Challenger race after enduring hail, snow and gales
A gruelling race along the southern part of the Pennines has been won by Surrey-based runner Edward Catmur.
Growth in outdoor industry group enables more conservation grants
An organisation formed by outdoor companies to help fund conservation projects said it has gone from strength to strength.
Talks by Sandy Irvine's great-niece will raise cash for Mountain Trust
A relation of a tragic adventurer at the centre of a mountain mystery will entertain outdoor fans with a series of talks.
'Lucky' pair rescued from Ben MacDui in 100mph winds and blizzard
Two walkers were rescued from the UK’s second highest mountain after getting into difficulties in atrocious conditions.
Rescuer appeals for help after keys lost during Kinder Scout search
A rescuer is appealing to walkers who might find a set of keys on the Peak District’s highest hill to get in touch.
Man's body found by rescuers on Helvellyn
The body of a man has been found on England’s third-highest mountain. Members of Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team made the discovery today on Helv...
Plea to be on lookout for injured climber's gear in Coire an t-Sneachda
Rescuers are appealing to walkers and climbers to be on the lookout for gear that was left on a Cairngorms mountainside after its owner was airlifted to hospital.
War of words breaks out as deadline looms for Lomond camping-ban views
A war of words has broken out between a national park boss and outdoor commentators over plans to extend camping bans along the shores of several lochs.
Navy Sea King forced to land during rescue of Ben Nevis climbers
A search and rescue helicopter had to make an unscheduled landing while taking part in an operation to help missing climbers on the UK’s highest mountain.
Three cavers rescued after getting stranded in Gaping Gill system
Three cavers were rescued from a Yorkshire Dales system after getting stranded underground. The men were reported overdue after going into the Gapi...
Terry Abraham's Scafell Pike film set for BBC screening
A film chronicling a year in the life of England’s highest mountain will be shown on national television.
Runners prepare to tackle The Spine, the country's 'most brutal race'
Almost 100 hardy runners are gearing up for what has been described as Britain’s most brutal race. The Spine starts this Saturday and involves a ...
Warnings issued as Scottish mountains set to be hit by 100mph winds
Winds reaching speeds of 100mph are expected on Scottish mountains over the next two days. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for the Highl...