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.

Repairs start for Lakeland fell route damaged by floods

Repairs began this week on a high-level Lakeland walking and cycling route damaged in the 2009 floods.

High Street performers entertain hillwalkers on Lakeland fell

Two street artists entertained hillwalkers with a performance on England’s highest High Street. Jem Famous and Campbell Innes launched the Lakes ...

Ex-rugby man sets Seven Summits and Poles record

A former Wales international rugby player who was forced out of the game by a shoulder injury climbed into the record books today with an ascent of Mount Elbrus.

Famous mountain-top performance will launch Lakes Alive season

An artist will put on a street performance with a difference to kick off a summer season of events in the Lake District.

Tired climbers tell mountain rescuers: 'Come and get us'

Mountain rescuers have criticised two women who told volunteers to ‘come and get them’ when they decided they were too tired to continue.

Duke's Award pair trek four miles to get help for ill walker

A group of teenagers taking part in a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award was praised for its actions after one of the party was taken ill.

Campaigners' rally will press for ban on Peak off-roaders

Campaigners will gather at a rally to press for the banning of off-roaders from trails in Britain’s oldest national park.