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Rescuers in searches for two missing challenge walkers
A walker reported overdue while tackling the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge was found by rescuers late on Sunday evening.
Everest summit joy for the man who fell 1,000ft and lived
The climber who survived a 1,000ft fall from a peak in the western Highlands in January has successfully summited Everest.
Rescue team will show its fun side with open day activities
A rescue team will be throwing open its doors next week to give the public a behind-the-scenes look at their work.
Tunnel route officially opens to walkers and cyclists
A walking and cycling trail through disused railway tunnels was officially opened by retired workers who last used them when they were employed by the Midland Railway.
Visitors warned not to spread 'devastating' moorland plant disease
Walkers and climbers are being asked to take care not to spread a devastating disease affecting plants in one of the Peak District’s most popular climbing areas.
British teenager aims for Seven Summits record with Everest attempt
A British teenager will attempt to snatch the record as the youngest person to climb the world’s Seven Summits.
Pastures new for retailers as grass-covered van hits the road
An outdoor retail firm headed for pastures new with its novel ‘grassed-up van’, which made its first appearance at the weekend’s Keswick Mountain Festival.
Outdoor gear firm's cash on offer for youth outdoor projects
A gear company has launched a fund to encourage young people to participate in outdoor activity. The North Face’s Explore Fund is inviting bids f...
£500 fines loom for wild campers on West Highland Way
Walkers on the West Highland Way face fines of up to £500 if they are found wild camping on a 10-mile stretch of the route.
Three airlifted after spate of Lakeland rescues
Three Lakeland hillgoers were airlifted in separate incidents after suffering injuries in falls. The first casualty was a man running as a supporte...
Forestry Commission cuts 'undermine bishop's panel'
Britain’s biggest walkers’ campaign group said cuts to the Forestry Commission put in doubt the coalition Government’s commitment to the independent panel set up to look at the future of public woodland.
Highland estate manager had 'enough poison to kill all UK's birds of prey'
A manager on a Highland estate today pleaded guilty to possessing enough illegal pesticide to kill every bird of prey in Britain.
Sporting Giants' donations help mountain rescuers
Mountain rescuers have teamed up with sporting giants to help raise funds. The Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team has received gifts galore from local r...
George, 16, bags Seven Peaks record with Everest summit
A British mountaineer has realised his dream of being the youngest person to summit the highest peaks on the Earth's seven continents.
Footpaths at risk from weather as climate changes, says report
Extreme weather which is becoming more common with climate change will put a strain on Scotland’s footpath network, a Government body said.
Ramblers boss will join new canal charity board
The Ramblers chief will join the board of the new charity that will oversee Britain’s canals. The coalition Government is removing British Waterw...
Outdoor retailers to introduce new training scheme
Workers in the outdoor retail industry will be able to gain professional qualifications later this year.
£30m credit deal will aid outdoor retailer's expansion
Gear retailer GO Outdoors will continue its expansion after securing £30m-worth of credit financing from Lloyds Banking Group.
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2 Walker winched from Lakeland mountainside after 40m fall
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4 Off-duty rescuer uses emergency shelter to help injured Helvellyn walker
5 That's a wrap: team rescues wild camping film students in difficulties on fell
6 Work on 'dreaded' stretch of Coast to Coast Walk paves way for National Trail opening
7 Rescuers offer guidance after callouts to Lakeland wild campers
8 On test: Danner Mountain 600 EVO boots reviewed
9 Work to begin on demolition of Culra Bothy ahead of rebuilding in 2026
2 New West Yorkshire national nature reserve will include Brontë moorland (4)
3 Rescuers offer guidance after callouts to Lakeland wild campers (4)
4 Rebuild of Culra Bothy will be charity's most expensive project to date (3)
5 Heading for the winter hills: should you pack your crampons or micro-spikes? (3)
6 Happy 60th birthday to the Pennine Way (2)
7 Man dies in 70m fall from Sharp Edge on Blencathra (2)
8 Work on 'dreaded' stretch of Coast to Coast Walk paves way for National Trail opening (2)
9 The Angry Corrie founder Dave Hewitt dies, aged 64 (2)
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