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Whitehall announces opening of OS data but little cheer for outdoor sector
The Westminster Government has announced a limited freeing of part of Ordnance Survey’s extensive database covering the whole of Great Britain.
Yorkshire Dales planners approve major changes at Scargill House Christian centre
National park planners have approved a major redevelopment at a Christian centre in the Yorkshire Dales.
Injured husky dog stretchered from mountain after Scafell Pike ascent
An injured dog was stretchered from England’s highest mountain after getting into difficulties. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was alerted late on ...
British Mountaineering Council members urged to vote ahead of crucial meeting
Members of the British Mountaineering Council are being urged to vote on crucial proposals ahead of the organisation’s annual meeting in Kendal.
Awards for Janet Davis, Mick Nield and Nicky Spinks in Queen's Birthday Honours
A retired worker for walking charity the Ramblers has been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours, along with a top fellrunner and a long-serving mountain rescuer.
Nigel Clifford steps down as Ordnance Survey boss as interim chief is appointed
The boss of Britain’s national mapping agency has left the organisation. Nigel Clifford has been replaced as chief executive of Ordnance Survey b...
Two Dales potholers brought to safety from Lost John's Cave in 12-hour rescue
Two cavers were rescued after getting lost during a trip underground in the western Dales. A major operation involving two teams and volunteer cave...
Yorkshire Dales walkers asked for sightings of missing man Duncan Burgess
Police are appealing to outdoor enthusiasts for sightings of a man who has gone missing in the Yorkshire Dales.
North York Moors bosses pay tribute to Barry Dodd who died in helicopter crash
National park bosses have paid tribute to a man who died in a helicopter crash in North Yorkshire. The North York Moors authority said Barry Dodd w...
Donations help keep Central Beacons rescuers on the road after blaze at base
Help from the police and a specialist equipment company is helping to keep volunteer rescuers on the road after a devastating fire at their base last year.
Charity walkers set out on 569-mile Bryson Line from Cape Wrath to Bognor Regis
A group of Anglo-Americans has embarked on a month-long walk following a route inspired by writer Bill Bryson.
Wander Woman Phoebe Smith appointed Long Distance Walkers' president
Outdoors journalist Phoebe Smith has taken up the post of president of the Long Distance Walkers Association.
Peak District climber dies after fall at Horseshoe Quarry
A climber has died after falling at a Peak District Quarry. Edale and Buxton Mountain Rescue Teams were called out to the incident at Horseshoe Qua...
Mountaineering Scotland student safety project extended for two years
A pioneering project that aims to help students gain mountaineering skills is being extended for another two years.
Kirkby Moor windfarm owners appeal against ruling to dismantle Cumbrian turbines
The owners of a windfarm near the Lake District national park say they are appealing against a planning ruling to dismantle the development.
Police appeal after vandals damage Brimham Rocks crag
Police are appealing for information after a National Trust beauty spot was vandalised. North Yorkshire Police said five young people were seen pus...
Rescuers continue searches for Marcin Bialas who fell from Ben Nevis in January
Rescuers in the Highlands say they are still carrying out regular searches for a man who fell from Britain’s highest mountain in January.
Rescuers searching for missing Knoydart walker Ian Stalker find man's body
Rescuers searching for a missing walker in the Highlands have found a man's body. The family of Ian Stalker have been informed after the discovery ...