Lakeland paths and tracks to close for rally cars

Walkers and mountain bikers are being warned to avoid some of the Lake District’s forests when the customary peace of the area will be broken by the sound of more than 100 rally cars speeding along tracks.

Walker airlifted after injury halts mountain descent

A woman was airlifted from a Snowdonia mountain after an injury left her unable to reach the valley. The 18-year-old was with a large walking group...

Lakeland fell marathon invites entries

An off-road marathon in the Lake District will see competitors tackle circuits of the hills above Keswick.

Rescuer's knowledge puts teams on right track after wrong mobile fix

A couple were tracked down after a rescuer’s local knowledge located them miles from where their mobile phone told them they were.

National park will celebrate its own diamond jubilee this year

A national park will celebrate its diamond jubilee this year. The North York Moors national park was Britain’s sixth, and came into existence in ...

British company's energy storage system could boost windfarms' potential

A British company has unveiled what it claims is the solution to one of windpower’s major drawbacks: storage of surplus energy which can then be released during periods of calm.

Walker airlifted from Lakeland fell after leg injury

A walker was airlifted from a fell after injuring her leg. Langdale Ambleside Mountain Rescue Team was called out at 1.30pm yesterday, Friday, afte...

Bridge work will close part of national park trail

Walkers and cyclists are being warned part of a popular trail will be closed for at least two months.

National park appeals for recruits to access forum

An appeal has gone out for new members of an influential group advising on access in a national park.