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Scots mountain groups working on government submission for re-opening hills
Mountaineering Scotland said it is leading discussions about how people may be able to return to the hills in a phased way.
Yorkshire Dales boss calls for visitors' respect and warns many facilities closed
The boss of the Yorkshire Dales national park has asked visitors to show respect to the countryside and its communities.
North Wales rescue teams urge hillgoers: be patient; don't become a patient
Mountain rescuers in north Wales are urging hillgoers to be patient, and not become a patient. The umbrella body for teams in the area thanked peop...
Take charge of your own safety on hills, say rescuers, as lockdown eased
Anyone heading for the hills after the coronavirus lockdown is relaxed should take responsibility for their own safety, rescuers have said.
Welsh national parks warn driving to reach exercise locations still forbidden
Wales’s three national park authorities are urging the UK public to comply with rules restricting visits.
Boris Johnson eases English rules to allow driving to exercise locations
People in England will be permitted to drive to destinations to take their exercise from Wednesday. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson made the announ...
Final Nick Estcourt Award goes to Tom Livingstone and Luka Strazar for Jannu attempt
Organisers of the Nick Estcourt Award have announced this year’s recipients, adding that it will be the final year it will be granted in its present form.
The North Face launches €1m fund for exploration in response to Covid-19 crisis
Major outdoors brand The North Face has launched a €1m fund to help exploration continue after the coronavirus crisis.
'Poignant' callout for Keswick rescuers as farmer dies in accident on fellside
Mountain rescuers were called out to a incident in which a farmer suffered fatal injuries. The Keswick team said the callout was poignant as the 52...
Police issue penalties to eight wild campers in Yorkshire Dales
Police in the Yorkshire Dales have handed fixed-penalty notices to a group found wild camping. A local resident reported five tents had been pitche...
Free grough route mapping and planning service continues during Covid-19 crisis
We’re happy to announce we’re continuing our free online mapping and route planning service, launched in response to the coronavirus crisis.
Aberdyfi team uses Covid-19 protocols during callout to teen stuck on steep ground
Rescuers in Snowdonia were called out to bring to safety a teenager who was stuck on a steep slope. Aberdyfi Search and Rescue Team put in place it...
Cumbrian rescuers plead with outdoor fans not to head to fells as lockdown eased
Mountain rescuers in the Lake District have appealed to outdoor enthusiasts to stay off the area’s high fells when lockdown restrictions are eased.
Lake District boss says stay away as national parks prepare for lockdown easing
The boss of the Lake District national park has appealed to the public not to visit the area, despite the Prime Minister announcing an end to restrictions on travelling for exercise in England.
Rescuers called out to Derbyshire walker attempting Yorkshire Three Peaks
Rescuers in the Yorkshire Dales expressed disappointment at having to go to the rescue of a man who travelled from Derbyshire to attempt to walk the Yorkshire Three Peaks.
National parks repeat 'stay at home' message as Johnson hints at lockdown easing
Police and national park authorities are urging people to stay at home over the bank holiday weekend, emphasising Covid-19 restrictions remain in place.
Peak District Hope Valley Explorer bus service cancelled due to Covid-19 crisis
A planned seasonal bus service in the Peak District will not now take place this year. Coronavirus restrictions have led to the cancelling of the H...
Rescuers will resume search for missing Fisherfield walker Martin Rhodes after lockdown
Rescuers in north-west Scotland have assured the family of missing walker Martin Rhodes that he has not been forgotten.