Scottish outdoors body warns of increased deer risk as clocks go back

Scotland’s official outdoors body is urging people to take extra care on the nation’s roads as the end of British Summer Time signals an increased risk of hitting deer.

Outdoor groups pay tribute to Michael Meacher, architect of right to roam

Outdoor campaigners paid tribute to a former Labour Environment Secretary who has died. Michael Meacher was the architect of the right-to-roam laws...

Paraglider rescued after crash landing on Whernside summit

A paraglider had to be rescued after crash landing on Yorkshire’s highest fell. The man was airlifted from Whernside after landing on the summit ...

Mountain federation takes over Respect the Mountains after cash crisis

An organisation dedicated to preserving the world’s mountain environments has been rescued after it was forced to fold when it failed to secure a European Union grant.

Appeal to Buttertubs Run drivers for sightings of cyclist Patrick McDonough

Police have repeated their appeal for sightings of a cyclist who died after being found on a high Yorkshire Dales pass.

Man dies after collapsing while walking with friends on Skiddaw

A walker has died after collapsing on a Lake District mountain. The 51-year-old suffered a suspected heart attack while on Skiddaw with two compani...

Campaigners frustrated at 'pathetic' two-year Lakes and Dales decision delay

Campaigners say they are frustrated by Government delays on a proposed extension of two national parks in the North of England.

Lord Lieutenant hands Queen's award to bothies association chairman

The head of the organisation that cares for Britain’s mountain shelters received a royal accolade on behalf of the charity.

Two teams in eight-hour rescue of injured walker on Northumberland fell

Members of two rescue teams had to carry an injured walker almost two miles during an operation lasting eight hours.