App and map tie-up for Lakes tourism walking routes

The Lake District’s tourism body has teamed up with a leading smartphone mapping company to provide downloadable walking and cycling routes.

Airlifted walkers 'had no idea where they were going'

A group of walkers airlifted from a Snowdonia mountainside were poorly equipped and had no idea where they were going, rescuers said.

Hopes for new John Muir coast-to-coast trail in Scotland

Plans are afoot to set up a new walking trail across Scotland in honour of a pioneer of national parks.

Two airlifted after Highland avalanches

Two people were airlifted from Cairn Gorm after being caught in an avalanche. Two other climbers were able to limp away from the scene on Cairn Gor...

Forest sale on hold, but campaign not out of the woods

The coalition Government has announced it is putting on hold the sale of some of England’s publicly owned forest, in a sign being widely seen as nervousness over the outcry at a much larger planned disposal of woodland.

Chance to see last two rearranged Mick Fowler dates

There’s a last-minute chance to join the audience for two rearranged shows by top climber Mick Fowler.

Top mountain award for 'unsung hero'

An ‘unsung hero’ of the outdoor world has been awarded a top accolade. Ian Sykes is best known for his push for the development of the Nevis Ra...

Student aims to be youngest Brit to climb Everest

A student who can trace a family connection back to the first successful Everest summiteers will attempt to become the youngest Briton to climb the world’s highest mountain.

Wainwright calendar cash boost for mountain rescuers

Fans of the late Alfred Wainwright have provided a financial boost to mountain rescuers from the proceeds of calendar sales.