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.

Hadrian's Wall walkers warned after car break-ins

Walkers are being warned not to leave valuables in their cars, following thefts from vehicles in the Hadrian’s Wall area.

Ramblers' hope for crossing at Highland 'Berlin Wall' site

Campaigners are confident a crossing for walkers and riders will be in place within a couple of years where an ancient route crosses the main Highland road.

Lakeland walker suffers broken leg in high winds

A walker was stretchered from a Lakeland fell after breaking her leg. The 50-year-old was near Scarth Gap, between Haystacks and High Crag when she...