Vixen Tor owner fights footpath across 'private' crag

A public inquiry into the long-running saga of access to a Dartmoor crag has reopened, six months after snow and ice led to the abandonment of the hearing last winter.

Grateful injured walker's partner buys rescuers a round

Mountain rescuers were treated to a round of drinks by the grateful partner of a rescued woman. Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team enjoyed the unexpec...

Railway trail will get national park cyclists steamed up

Cyclists visiting a national park can get steamed up on a newly introduced service. Lake District national park bosses are urging outdoor enthusias...

Vince Cable's department takes Ordnance Survey under its wing

Control of Britain’s national mapping operation has been passed to the Department for Business Innovation and Skills.

National park bosses vow to act on off-roaders after public rally

National park bosses have vowed to act on the problems caused by off-roaders damaging routes. The Peak District National Park Authority’s audit, ...

Two walkers airlifted after separate falls

Two walkers were airlifted to hospital after they were injured in separate incidents just 300m apart.

Euro grant will help Three Peaks walkers avoid worst bog

Future walkers on one of the country’s most challenging walks will be able to keep their feet dry thanks to a cash boost from the European outdoors industry.

Access campaigners aim to put the wind up Olympic sail plans

Outdoor campaigners are trying to take the wind out of the sails of Olympics organisers who want to close off part of a public area and charge for entry to view nautical events off the English coast.

Electric power provides Peak performance boost for cyclists

Cyclists whose muscle strength is not up to the mark can power along trails in a national park with the help of new electric bikes.