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Publisher pays tribute after death of guidebook writer Kev Reynolds
Publisher Cicerone has paid tribute to one of its top writers, Kev Reynolds, who has died aged 78. Mr Reynolds established himself as an expert on ...
'Nonplussed' sheep rescued from disused Lakeland mine ledge
A confused sheep was helped to safety by mountain rescuers after wandering into a precarious position on the slopes of a Lake District fell.
James Gibson completes first winter round of the Wainwrights Lakeland fells
Athlete James Gibson has completed a round of all the Lake District’s Wainwright fells. It is believed to be the first winter completion of the 2...
Northumberland teams called to rescue motorists stranded in snow
Volunteer rescuers were called to the aid of motorists stranded in wintry conditions on the England-Scotland border.
Skiddaw walkers rescued after getting into difficulties in worsening weather
A group of walkers was rescued from the slopes of Skiddaw after retreating from their ascent in worsening weathers.
Two runners begin winter Wainwrights attempt within an hour of each other
It’s hard to avoid the bus analogy: you wait ages for a winter Wainwrights attempt and then two come along on the same day.
Thousands return to Kendal Mountan Festival after in-person event resumes
More than 20,000 people made their way to Kendal to take part in the return of the town’s mountain festival after a hiatus last year when the event was held online.
Cumbria rescuers called out 30 times over weekend as Storm Arwen lashes county
Mountain rescuers in Cumbria were called out 30 times over the weekend as Storm Arwen lashed the area.
Sheepdog Sam rescued after spending two days in disused Lake District mine
A missing dog was successfully rescued from a disused Lake District mine after spending two days underground.
Walker found by rescuers after spending 24 hours on Monmouthshire hillside
A man who went missing in Monmouthshire was found after being on a hillside for almost 24 hours. Abergavenney man James Huw Morgan was reported mis...
Lords propose major shake-up of government policies to get England active
Government policies have failed to get the English public active, Peers have said. The House of Lords sport and recreation committee called for wid...
Ramblers encourage people to continue walking in winter for health and wellbeing
The Ramblers are encouraging people to continue walking through the winter months. Heading out for a walk benefits health and wellbeing, even when ...
Tom Holllins ends winter Wainwrights attempt, but James Gibson continues quest
One of the two athletes attempting a winter Wainwrights round has pulled out of his challenge. Tom Hollins ended his run in the early hours of Sund...
Scots mountain experts launch campaign to provide free reliable winter advice
Mountain experts in Scotland have launched a campaign to provide reliable information to outdoor enthusiasts heading for the hills.
Helvellyn group led to safety after getting stuck on Striding Edge
Three people had to be led to safety after getting stuck on Striding Edge on Helvellyn. Rescuers said the wintry conditions on the ridge were too c...
Northumberland rescuers have busiest weekend of year as Storm Arwen hits
Volunteer rescuers in Northumberland had their busiest weekend of the year as Storm Arwen hit the North-East of England.
Walker airlifted to hospital after injuring ankle on snowy Lakeland fell
A walker was airlifted to hospital after injuring his leg on a Lake District mountain. A passer-by raised the alarm after the incident on High Spy....
Patterdale team launches appeal for new rescue boat
A Lake District team has launched an appeal to buy a new boat. Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team uses its rigid inflatable boat both in water rescues...