Free via ferrata trips for residents and tourism workers

Cumbrian residents are being offered the chance to enjoy a high-level climbing route free of charge. A place on the Honister Slate Mine via ferrata...

Reunion with rescuers for man who fell 1,000ft from mountain

A man who survived a 1,000ft fall from a Highland peak today met the aircrew who winched him to safety.

Charity offers fell for mountain rescue dog training

Search dogs will be able to enjoy regular training sessions on a Cumbrian fell after its owners offered the land for their use.

Forest sell-off warning as protest turns to celebration

A rally originally intended to protest at forest sell-offs turned into a victory celebration. An estimated 500 people gathered at Whinlatter Forest...

Climbing gear team will work to deal with cam fault recall

A climbing gear manufacturer says a special team will be working through the weekend to deal with recalls of a popular camming device.

Victory for campaigners as Government announces u-turn on forests

Outdoor campaigners have welcomed the news that the Government has abandoned plans to sell off England’s public forests.

Cameron admits he's not happy with forest plans

David Cameron has admitted he is not happy with the coalition Government’s policy on forests. Quizzed by Labour leader Ed Miliband at Prime Minis...

Society joins fight to save Robin Hood's forest

Britain’s oldest national conservation body is fighting to save one of England’s most celebrated forests from being sold off.

App and map tie-up for Lakes tourism walking routes

The Lake District’s tourism body has teamed up with a leading smartphone mapping company to provide downloadable walking and cycling routes.