Avalanche warnings across Britain as thaw starts

Walkers and mountaineers are being warned to take care in Snowdonia after reports of two separate avalanches.

Outdoor enthusiasts needed to light up Hadrian's Wall

Organisers of an ambitious project to illuminate Hadrian’s Wall are on the lookout for keen lovers of the outdoors who will help light 500 torches along the route of the wall.

Police appeal to walkers to help catch badger baiters

Police in the Peak District have appealed to walkers to keep an eye out for badger baiters. The plea comes after visitors and residents to the High...

Business booms for outdoor companies as freeze continues

While many shopkeepers have seen business frozen as the longest spell of snow and ice in decades continues, the outdoor trade has seen a boom in sales.

BMC membership at an all-time high

The British Mountaineering Council’s membership has climbed to record levels. The council, which represents hillwalkers, mountaineers and climber...

Walkers' views sought on eagle protection zones

Scotland’s official nature advisory body is seeking the views of walkers and climbers over plans to extend areas of protection for golden eagles.

Mountain teams rescue second couple on Lakeland pass

A Lake District mountain rescue team has been called to a mountain pass for the second time in less than a week to rescue stranded motorists.

Wales bothy misuse risks ban for future walkers

The Mountain Bothies Association has warned that misuse of a north Wales shelter may put its further availability at risk.

Rescuers battle waist-high snow to save stranded walkers

A mountain rescue team had to walk through waist-deep snow for an hour yesterday evening to rescue a group of walkers stranded in the North York Moors national park.