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Buxton rescuers undertake special snowstorm delivery: a new-born lamb
Mountain rescuers unexpectedly turned veterinary midwives during a callout as blizzards swept their area.
Rescuers voice concerns after two further incidents on wintry Lakeland mountains
Rescuers were called out to two incidents where outdoor enthusiasts were injured in falls on wintry Lake District mountains.
Outdoors fans urged to take 5km challenge to help reinstate flood-hit Lakeland path
A charity is asking outdoor enthusiasts to get active to help it raise funds to reinstate a Lake District route that was severely damaged by floods.
Blown-over trees halt rescuers' vehicle at Thirlmere incident
Rescuers’ progress was halted by trees blown down by the Beast from the East in a Lake District forest.
Rescuers praise resilience of group trapped in freezing Yorkshire Dales cave for 26 hours
Rescuers have released more details about a major operation to save five cavers trapped below ground in the Yorkshire Dales at the weekend.
Scots hillgoers asked to pledge price of a bobble hat to 'Mend Our Mountains'
Hillgoers are being asked to spare the price of a bobble hat – to improve conditions underfoot on two of Scotland’s mountains.
Five young walkers rescued from Helvellyn summit after hypothermia concerns
A group of young walkers was rescued from England’s third-highest mountain after getting into difficulties in bad weather.
Women's anthology Waymaking aims to step up gender balance in outdoor writing
Outdoors publisher Vertebrate has marked International Women’s Day by announcing an anthology of women’s work.
Police seek information after jackets theft from York Go Outdoors store
Police are appealing for help after jackets worth £1,000 were stolen from an outdoors store. North Yorkshire Police said two men entered the Go Ou...
Hypothermic cyclist among those helped as Calder Valley team goes on snow patrol
A hypothermic mountain biker and a coach-load of stranded passengers on a high Pennine road were among numerous people helped by a rescue team over the weekend.
Man dies in 200ft fall from Helvellyn in snow and icy conditions
A man has died after falling more than 200ft on England’s third-highest mountain. Rescuers were quickly at the scene on Helvellyn yesterday but w...
New Mend Our Mountains campaign gets underway with Peak District walk
A group of walkers took to the Peak District hills to help kick off an ambitious appeal to raise £1m to improve some of Britain’s most popular paths.
Walker suffers multiple injuries in Helvellyn fall
A walker suffered numerous injuries after she slipped and tumbled 50ft on England’s third-highest mountain.
Calder Valley team's four-legged members retire after more than 10 years' service
Two long-serving members of a rescue team have retired after numerous missions. Four-legged friends Nell and Pepper have each assisted the Calder V...
Three teams in operation to find five lost Yorkshire Dales cavers trapped for 26 hours
A major rescue operation to locate a group of lost cavers in the Yorkshire Dales ended successfully when they were brought to the surface unharmed.
Yorkshire Dales report points finger at grouse moors for bird of prey decline
A report compiled by national park bosses in the Yorkshire Dales points a finger at the management of grouse moors for the decline in birds of prey in their areas.
Vango company continues growth with new depot and extra staff
The company behind some of the best known outdoor brands in the UK said its growth is continuing and it has increased staff by 15 per cent.
Injured Lakeland walker rescued after falling 300ft on Great End
A man was airlifted to hospital after injuring himself when he fell more than 300ft on a Lake District mountain.