Mountain rescuers combine to help 150 stranded in snow

Record snowfall this week saw mountain rescue teams combine to help more than 150 motorists stranded on a South Yorkshire route.

Pitch dark and minus 11C for helicopter rescue of climber

The crew of a Royal Navy helicopter has described a difficult rescue in freezing conditions on England’s third highest mountain.

Snow leads to postponement of hall-closure meeting

A meeting planned for this week to discuss the future of a national park education centre has been postponed due to the wintry weather.

Police appeal for sightings of missing fellwalker

Police are appealing for the public’s help in tracing a missing fellwalker. Gwenda Merriot, from Wilton near Marlborough in Wiltshire, was last s...

Chance for public to have their say on Peak hall closure

Outdoor enthusiasts concerned about the proposed closure of a renowned Peak District education centre can have their three minutes’ worth at an upcoming meeting.

Mountain rescuers battle snow to reach stranded hostellers

Mountain rescuers were called to a remote youth hostel to rescue visitors stranded by snow and ice. Police contacted Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Te...

Mountain rescuer airlifted after remarkable flying events in Beacons

A mountain rescue team member had to be airlifted to hospital after suffering head injuries while aiding a walker found on the highest mountain in south Wales.

Avalanche service starts early, as risk rises in Cairngorms

Parts of the Highlands are at high risk of avalanche, experts have warned. With much of Britain in the grip of early winter conditions, the sportsc...

Spoof mountain signs find new permanent home

Spoof road signs which caused a stir when they were photographed on some of the Lake District’s best loved mountains will go on permanent display.