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High Speed Rail plans put walking routes in jeopardy, say Ramblers
At least 150 footpaths are under threat from plans to build England’s high-speed railway between London and Birmingham.
Scottish avalanche training site is a world first
A unique winter-safety training area for mountaineers and skiers was officially launched today. The world’s first permanent artificial avalanche ...
Mountaineering leaders post first ascents of Himalayan peaks
The boss of the British Mountaineering Council and the president of the Alpine Club today released more details of their successful summit of an unclimbed peak in the Himalaya.
Wainwright devotee offers an evening in the author's company
A writer is offering audiences the chance of spending an evening with Alfred Wainwright, the celebrated guidebook author.
Injured fellrunner rescued after race tumble
A fellrunner was rescued after falling during a Lakeland race. The woman was treated by Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team after police alerted them a...
Police appeal for public help after buzzard shot
Police are appealing for the public’s help after a protected bird of prey died after being shot. The buzzard was found in the Yorkshire Dales by ...
Scots midge repellent set to help Aussies fight off the little biters
A repellent developed to fight off the scourge of Scottish summer outdoor activities is finding favour Down Under.
Scots Ramblers' boss calls on new Tory leader to tackle threat to wild land
The head of the Ramblers in Scotland has called on the nation’s new Conservative leader to lead a change in energy policy.
Controversial Highland windfarm hearing postponed
A planning hearing into the proposed building of 31 wind turbines in the Highlands has been postponed.
Lakeland footpaths will close to allow rally
National park bosses are warning walkers and mountain bikers that all rights of way will be closed later this month in a popular Lakeland forest.
Cavers' breakthrough signals successful underground Three Counties route
A team of cavers has achieved the feat of linking of establishing an underground route enabling potholers to descend in Cumbria and emerge in Yorkshire after passing through Lancashire.
Quarry gift smooths the way for Dales walkers
Walkers heading for the summit of one of Yorkshire’s Three Peaks will be on a firmer footing thanks to a donation from a quarry company.
Walker seriously injured in 300ft fall
A walker was seriously injured after falling 300ft from a Lakeland fell. The 56-year-old from Cheshire was airlifted from Grasmoor after a rescue i...
Honister mine cash helps Lake District environment project
Cash from a controversial Lake District mine has helped a conservation project in a neighbouring valley.
Bike festival provided £½m boost to local economy
A Scottish cycling festival contributed more than £½m to the local economy, organisers said. EventScotland, the national events agency, said the ...
Mountain rescuers join locals in fundraiser
A mountain rescue team is quids in after a joint fundraising evening with local community groups. Kirkby Stephen Mountain Rescue Team joined three ...
Outdoor writers' and photographers' work recognised in awards
More than a dozen outdoor writers and photographers gained awards for their work at a recent gathering in Snowdonia.
Society invites nominations for first Open Space Award
Britain’s oldest national conservation society is on the lookout for a worthy winner of its first award aimed at champions of open space and access.
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