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Volunteer footpath 'lengthsmen' needed for fells project
Keen walkers are being urged to put something back into Cumbria’s fells and help repair some of the damage caused by millions of boots.
Cameron slip exposes William's rescue helicopter lobbying
The debate over the future of Britain’s search and rescue helicopters was revived after it emerged Prince William may have intervened in the controversy.
Outdoors fans urged to become wildlife detectives
Outdoor enthusiasts are being urged to become wildlife detectives in a push to help organisations record plants and animals in Scotland.
Wainwright fans' funds will boost disabled activity centre
A Lakeland outdoor activity centre for people with disabilities will benefit from the fundraising efforts of a fellwalking author's aficionados.
Photographer helps mountain centre celebrations
A renowned landscape photographer will help a mountain centre celebrate its 10th anniversary. Colin Prior will deliver a Mountains of Inspiration p...
Climber who died in Snowdonia gully fall is named
The climber who died in a fall in Snowdonia on Saturday has been named. Stephen John Williamson, 59, of Northop, Flintshire, was fatally injured in...
Climber dies after gully fall in Snowdonia
A climber had died after falling from a winter route in Snowdonia. The man, in his 40s, was tackling a gully in Cwm Lloer between Pen Yr Ole Wen an...
Arctic explorer's deal leads to North Pole walk with amputees
A Norwegian adventurer will join four disabled British soldiers in a walk to the North Pole as one of the first projects of his sponsorship deal with gear manufacturers Helly Hansen.
Trust condemns Monadhliath turbines decision
A conservation charity has condemned the Scottish Government’s approval of plans for a major windfarm that it says could lead to the death of up to 11 golden eagles.
Key new law will not protect open spaces, say experts
An expert group has condemned a key part of the coalition Government’s policy on protecting open spaces.
Hills set to rock to the sound of musical mountaineers
The hills of north Wales will be alive with the sound of music during a gathering that combines musicianship and mountaineering.
Railway memories needed for Peak trail
A national park officer is on the lookout for workers and residents to share memories at special listening posts to be set up along a walking and cycling route.
M'aider! Navy winchman's challenge in Nevis climbers' rescue
A rescue helicopter crewman faced an unexpected challenge when called to help two stricken climbers on Ben Nevis.
Scottish outdoor groups get political in election countdown
Outdoor campaigners have unleashed a political onslaught on the Scottish Government in the run-up to the May Holyrood elections.
Ramblers aim to recruit army of mystery walkers
Britain’s biggest walkers’ campaign group is on the lookout for recruits for its team of mystery walkers.
Helicopter rescue for walker in ravine fall
Police rescuers have called in a helicopter to winch an injured walker to safety in the Scottish Highlands.
Mountain safety legend will open avalanche training centre
A mountaineering legend will open a pioneering avalanche training site this weekend. Hamish Macinnes, who climbed with fellow luminaries Sir Chris ...
Outdoor campaigners' alarm at plans for footpath team cuts
Walking campaigners have expressed alarm at plans to cut countryside access services in one of England’s most popular outdoor destinations.