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Gay weddings plan for Everest base camp
Gay couples could soon have their weddings in the shadow of the world’s highest mountain if plans by a Nepalese politician go ahead.
New trail will follow in Wainwright's footsteps
September 1938, and the dark cloud of National Socialism cast its shadow over Europe as Britain prepared for war with Hitler’s growing army.
Climber airlifted after fall from sea cliffs
A climber was airlifted to hospital today after suffering suspected back injuries in a fall on a Dorset sea cliff.
Water grant will aid moorland bog habitats
The moorland environment in the South West will benefit from a £4.1m grant from a water company. South West Water has provided the cash, which wil...
'Lucky' Lakes climber survives being swept 240m by avalanche
A Lake District climber had a lucky escape today after an avalanche swept him 240m (785ft) down a mountainside.
Cairngorm ski centre closed because of snow
One of Scotland’s busiest ski centres has had to close – because there is too much snow. The Cairngorm Mountain centre announced today’s clos...
Ramblers celebrate access victory in battle of Boquhan
The Ramblers have welcomed a landmark court victory in a long-running access battle with a Scottish millionaire.
Naked Rambler: 'I'm like Rosa Parks'
The man known as the Naked Rambler has been told he will be arrested again and again if he continues to refuse to wear clothes in public.
Stornoway rescue crew's busiest year yet
A search and rescue helicopter based in the Hebrides had its busiest ever year in 2009. The Stornoway Coastguard aircraft took part in 183 missions...
Lakes authority opposes new Cumbrian nuclear plants
An authority says building three new nuclear power stations close to England’s biggest national park could have a serious impact on tourism and the natural environment.
Man and dog rescued from Welsh hillside
One man and his dog were rescued from a Welsh hillside yesterday. Members of North East Wales Search and Rescue were airlifted to the site by polic...
Walkers' champion takes up presidency with rally pledge
A campaigning octogenarian has been elected president of a group of Ramblers which is pushing for improvements to a long-distance path in its area.
William gains wings in move to search and rescue training
Prince William today received his wings after completing his year-long advanced rotary training at RAF Shawbury.
First Minister sees avalanche site during mountain visit
The Welsh First Minister met members of the mountaineering community yesterday to hear at first hand issues affecting climbers and hillwalkers.
Avalanche warnings across Britain as thaw starts
Walkers and mountaineers are being warned to take care in Snowdonia after reports of two separate avalanches.
Outdoor enthusiasts needed to light up Hadrian's Wall
Organisers of an ambitious project to illuminate Hadrian’s Wall are on the lookout for keen lovers of the outdoors who will help light 500 torches along the route of the wall.
Police appeal to walkers to help catch badger baiters
Police in the Peak District have appealed to walkers to keep an eye out for badger baiters. The plea comes after visitors and residents to the High...
Business booms for outdoor companies as freeze continues
While many shopkeepers have seen business frozen as the longest spell of snow and ice in decades continues, the outdoor trade has seen a boom in sales.