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Runner Brennan Townshend claims Three Peaks Race victory at first attempt
Fellrunner Brennan Townshend has claimed victory in the Three Peaks Race at his first attempt. The Keswick Athletic Club member beat previous winne...
Cotswold Outdoor parent company seeks costs cut with voluntary arrangement
The owners of troubled retailers Cotswold Outdoor and Snow+Rock are reported to be seeking a company voluntary arrangement.
Keswick rescuers called out three times in eight hours to aid Lakeland walkers
A Lakeland rescue team was called out three times in one day to help walkers. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was first alerted about 11.10am on Wedne...
Mountain Bothies Association takes ownership of Glenpean bothy in west Highlands
The Mountain Bothies Association has taken ownership of a shelter that was one of its earliest renovation projects.
Woman rescued from Lancashire river after leaping into water to save dog
A woman was rescued after she injured her back jumping into a Lancashire river to save her dog. The 27-year-old entered the River Lune at Caton whe...
Firefighters in operation to control major wildfire on Ilkley Moor
A major wildfire has devastated a large area of Ilkley Moor in West Yorkshire. At the height of the blaze, about 70 firefighters were at the scene ...
Wander Woman Phoebe Smith confirmed as Long Distance Walkers' president
Members of the Long Distance Walkers Association have confirmed adventurer and writer Phoebe Smith as their president.
Rescuers praise climbers after woman breaks wrist in Tryfan fall
Rescuers have praised a rock-climber for her efforts after she injured herself in a fall on a Snowdonia mountain.
Helmet saves Lake District mountain biker from serious injury in high-speed crash
A mountain biker’s helmet saved him from a more serious injury when he fell off at high speed on a Lake District fell.
Woman rescued after injuring leg in fall into Lake District beck
A woman who injured her leg when she fell into a Lakeland beck during the night was rescued by volunteers from Keswick Mountain Rescue Team.
Two women rescued after getting stuck on north Wales coast scramble
Two young women were rescued from a north Wales coastal scramble route after getting stuck while hunting Easter eggs.
Former winners line up for bonus attempt on Three Peaks Race records
Five former winners will be joining the field for this year’s Three Peaks Race at the weekend. Runners tackling the gruelling ‘Marathon with Mo...
Peak District walker dies in 50ft fall on Kinder Scout
A walker has died after falling 50ft on the Peak District’s highest hill. Kinder Mountain Rescue Team was alerted late on Easter Monday afternoon...
Woman rescued from Lakeland fell after breaking ankle in slip
A woman was rescued from a Lakeland fell after breaking her ankle when she slipped. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was called out shortly after 11pm ...
Peak District mountaineers offer free activities to Pick and Play clean-up participants
Mountaineers in the Peak District are calling on members of the public to do their bit to tidy up the national park.
Dry weather leads to wildfire warnings for outdoor fans over Easter period
Outdoor enthusiasts heading for the British countryside over the Easter holiday are being urged to be on their guard against starting wildfires.
Duke of Edinburgh's Award teen stretchered from Lakeland fell after passing out
A teenager on a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition was stretchered from a Lake District fell after he passed out.
Mountain weather service rejigs forecast areas to offer better service to walkers
A specialist mountain weather forecasting service has upgraded its coverage for the North of England.