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Anger at Kinloss rescue-helicopter control centre move to south coast
The coalition Government has announced that the air rescue control centre will be moved from Moray in Scotland to Fareham in Hampshire and combined with the National Maritime Operations Centre.
Patterdale team's plea to motorists as drivers rescued from Kirkstone Pass
Mountain rescuers pleaded with motorists to drive within their capabilities after they were called out to help the occupants of two vehicles stuck in snow on a high Lake District pass.
Scottish avalanche service begins today, as storms continue
The service that provides avalanche information for outdoor enthusiasts in the Scottish Highlands begins today.
Winds reach 144mph on St Kilda hill as 'weather bomb' hits Western Isles
A staggering wind speed of 144mph was recorded today on a remote Scottish archipelago with a reputation for being the UK’s windiest place.
Mountaineer Peter Pearson steps up to head John Muir Trust
A seasoned mountaineer and adventurer has taken over at the head of a major Scottish conservation charity.
Missing Langdale walker turns up safe after major 12-hour night search
A lost walker turned up safe but cold after a major overnight search on the Lakeland fells lasting more than 12 hours.
Hebrides rescuers in £15,000 crowdfunding appeal for new base
Scotland’s newest mountain rescue team is appealing to the public to help provide it with a temporary base.
Isle of Skye Whisky continues mountain rescue support for second year
A Scottish whisky brand will continue its support of mountain rescue north of the border. Ian Macleod Distillers announced it will continue its lin...
Helvellyn felltop assessor Graham Uney prepares to start 'dream job'
An outdoors instructor is about to start what many view as a dream job – one that involves climbing the equivalent height of Everest in a week.
Edale rescue team to raise cash for Sheffield hospital helipad
A Peak District mountain rescue team has decided to donate cash from its annual Christmas fundraiser to another appeal.
Mountain rescuers in action as snow traps motorists on Scotland border
Mountain rescue teams were called out overnight to help motorists stranded on the Scotland-England border in wintry weather.
Opponents urge Rannoch windfarm firm to drop plans after six-month delay
Campaigners are claiming victory in the latest stage of their fight against developers who want to build a windfarm in the Highlands.
Howgills revealed as venue for Marmot Dark Mountains winter marathon
Organisers of a gruelling overnight winter mountain marathon have revealed it will be held in the Howgills early next year.
Amber warning as violent storms, snow and thunder head for UK mountains
Tomorrow looks like a day to avoid walking the mountain tops as forecasters predict hurricane-speed winds for the western Highlands and violent storms affecting much of the North of England.
Lake District walkers rescued after getting lost in mist on High Stile
Two walkers had to be rescued after getting lost on a Lake District mountain. The pair became disoriented in thick cloud and bad weather on the Red...
John Muir Trust welcomes Holyrood deer-control plans
A conservation charity has welcomed moves by the Scottish Government to control deer numbers. Holyrood’s land reform consultation announced this ...
Nick Clegg confirms £5m boost will see Coast Path finished by 2020
The Deputy Prime Minister has confirmed plans to speed up the setting up of the coastal path around the whole of England.
Cash boost for mountain rescuers as Chancellor announces VAT relief
Mountain rescue teams will be able to reclaim value added tax, the Chancellor announced today. George Osborne said search and rescue team and air a...
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