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Snowdonia closes its most popular mountains in response to Covid-19 crisis
Snowdonia’s most popular mountains are being closed to the public with immediate effect. The national park authority announced it was stopping ac...
Peak District boss pleads: stay away from our national park
The boss of England’s oldest national park has pleaded with visitors to stay away. Peak District National Park Authority chief executive Sarah Fo...
Lakeland walker rescued after slip leads to leg injury
A walker was rescued after slipping on a Lake District path and injuring his leg. The 79-year-old was descending Cat Gill above Borrowdale on Sunda...
Mountain council: 'hillwalking and climbing on hold' as Covid-19 closures gather pace
The British Mountaineering Council has said hillwalking and climbing should be put on hold during the present coronavirus crisis.
Outdoor bodies say: stay close to home to walk or ride
A group of major outdoor organisations in the UK has echoed the Prime Minister’s advice for the public to exercise close to home.
Snowdonia bosses threaten to close trails as crowds flock to its mountains
National park bosses in Snowdonia may have to close trails and car parks if the public fails to heed government advice to curtail travel.
Lochaber rescue team: 'stay off our mountains during Covid-19 crisis'
A Highland rescue team has urged outdoor enthusiasts to stay away from its mountains during the coronavirus crisis.
Walker airlifted to hospital after injuring knee on Lakeland fell
A walker was airlifted to hospital after injuring herself on a Lakeland fell. The 20-year-old from Worcestershire was descending from Grisedale Tar...
Keswick Mountain Festival postponed for 12 months due to Covid-19
Keswick Mountain Festival will not take place this year, organisers have announced. The festival, which was due to run over three days in May, has ...
This year's Outdoor Trade Show falls victim to Covid-19
The UK’s biggest trade gathering for the outdoor industry will not take place this year. The Outdoor Trade Show had been scheduled to take place ...
Firefighters diverted from virus work after controlled burning causes wild fire
Fire chiefs have called for all controlled moorland burning to be halted after a blaze on the Pennine hills.
Team advises stranded snapper to 'go home' after Tryfan rescue
A poorly equipped hillgoer had to be rescued after getting stuck on a Snowdonia mountain. Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation was called out ...
Lakeland cyclist dies after crashing on Honister Pass
A cyclist has died after crashing on a Lake District pass. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was called out to the incident on the Honister Pass about 1...
Mountain rescuers plead: help our volunteers stay healthy during Covid-19 crisis
Volunteer rescuers in England and Wales have issued updated advice for anyone heading for the hills. Many mountain rescue team members have day job...
Cumbria police urge tourists not to come to Lake District during Covid-19 crisis
Police in the Lake District have urged visitors to stay away from the area. Cumbria Constabulary said tourists should stay at home. A spokespers...
Outdoor Industries Association to lobby government to limit Covid-19 impacts
The umbrella body for the outdoors industry said it is needs to work with government departments to reduce the impact of the Covid-19 crisis on the industry.
Lomond bosses say visitors can still enjoy national park's open spaces
Bosses in the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs national park said visitors can still enjoy the fresh air and exercise opportunities offered by its outdoor spaces.
Mountain bothies charity: 'use commonsense' in deciding whether to use shelters
The Mountain Bothies Association said anyone planning to use one of its buildings should use their own judgement as to whether to go ahead in the light of the Covid-19 epidemic.
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