News
Youth critically ill after falling 50ft in Dufton Gill
A youth is critically ill in hospital after falling 15m (50ft) into a Cumbrian gill. Penrith Mountain Rescue Team was alerted yesterday and the Gre...
Scafell Pike charity walk organisers 'need to reflect' after pair rescued
Mountain rescuers said charity challenge organisers need to think about the effect of their events after a pair of walkers got lost on England’s highest peak.
Walkers urged to celebrate Mark Richards' book with pint of Fellranger ale
An outdoors publisher is urging walkers to raise a glass to celebrate the completion of a set of its guidebooks.
Duke of Edinburgh's Award teen airlifted from Edale after back injury
A teenager tackling a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition was rescued after injuring himself. The 18-year-old was walking in the Peak District w...
It's hotting up for outdoors fans as Cliffhanger opens gates this weekend
Organisers are counting down to the UK’s biggest outdoors event aimed at outdoor enthusiasts. Cliffhanger takes place this weekend at its new ven...
Loughrigg Fell walker rescued after head injury
A walker was rescued from a Lakeland fell after falling and injuring her head. Langdale Ambleside Mountain Rescue Team was called out this afternoo...
Lake District team upgrades Eskdale stepping stones to help walkers
National park workers have replaced stepping stones across a Lakeland river to make it easier for walkers to use.
GO Outdoors challenges public to Walk Around the World in 80 Days
Britain’s biggest outdoor retailer is teaming up with industry bosses and mountain rescuers in challenging to the public to walk round the world.
Blind climber Red Széll: Old Man of Hoy ascent was dream come true
The man who claimed the record as the first blind person to climb an imposing Scottish sea stack has spoken of his experience.
Collapsed Pavey Ark walker has 'fighting chance' after teacher performs CPR
A teacher has been praised for performing vital resuscitation on a student when he collapsed on a Lake District fell.
Berghaus scheme offers outdoor fans chance to persuade buddies to walk
Seasoned walkers are being urged to get a friend on to their feet in the great outdoors with help from a top gear brand.
Lakeland walker rescued after breaking ankle near Grisedale Tarn
A walker was airlifted to hospital after breaking his ankle on a Lake District fell. The 60-year-old from Preston in Lancashire was walking with hi...
Eight outdoors groups plead with Scots politicians to protect wild land
Eight leading bodies, including those representing outdoor enthusiasts, have called on the Scottish Government to increase protection for wild land.
Ramblers work with Government to simplify footpath mapping process
Britain’s biggest walkers’ charity said it is working with the Government to simplify the process to get maps recorded on official maps.
Duke's Award youngsters airlifted from Llyn yr Adar after injury
A team of young people tackling a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition was rescued after getting into difficulties in the north Wales hills.
Creeping Toad will reveal Peak District past in Longdendale children's event
Families are being invited to follow a Creeping Toad in a journey of discovery in the Peak District. The Creeping Toad, storyteller and environment...
Arnison Crag fellruner rescued after breaking ankle
A runner in a Lakeland fell race was rescued after suffering a suspected broken ankle. The runner was taking part in the Arnison Dash, run from the...
Two walkers airlifted after falling 200ft during Welsh 3,000s challenge
Two men tackling the Welsh 3,000s challenge were airlifted from the mountains after falling 200ft. The pair had set off early on Saturday morning w...