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Mountaineering on the up, says survey
More people are mountaineering: that’s the finding of a survey conducted by Sport England, which found that the sport is the tenth fastest growing in the country.
Groups come together to oppose holiday plan for Borrowdale
Another pressure group has thrown its weight behind the campaign to stop a development of luxury holiday homes on the eastern edge of the Lake District.
Minnie Mouse calls out mountain rescuers after tumble
Mountain rescuers had to rescue Minnie Mouse after she broke her ankle. The woman mountain biker was taking part in a fancy-dress ride on Elterwate...
Climbers rescued from Lakes route
Two winter climbers had to be rescued earlier today after getting stuck. The pair, from West Yorkshire, were attempting a gully on Helvellyn when t...
Snowdon policeman's death was natural, rules coroner
A policeman who died after being airlifted from the Snowdon area died of natural causes, a coroner ruled.
Sat-nav drivers run into trouble on Lakes passes
Motorists in the Lake District are having to be rescued on high mountain passes because they are relying on their satellite navigation systems.
Naked Rambler back behind bars after court acquital
The Naked Rambler was yesterday cleared of a breach of the peace – and promptly rearrested as he left the courtroom.
Two footpath victories, but common defeat for campaigners
The Open Spaces Society, guardians of rights of way and green areas, has scored victories in Somerset and Tyneside.
Marathon runner's £500 gift helps rescue fund towards target
An Original Mountain Marathon competitor has weighed in with a hefty £500 donation to mountain rescue services as a thank you for being rescued.
Rescue teams vie for £2,000 top prize
One lucky mountain rescue team could be £2,000 better off – with your help. Nine teams are in the running to pick up the Team of the Year Award ...
Scafell walker's death was accident
A coroner recorded a verdict of accidental death on a woman who fell earlier this year on Scafell. Journalist Antonia Clare Wright – known as Cla...
Jetboil stoves in safety recall
The importers of a popular camping stove have issued a recall warning after a potentially dangerous fault was found with the latest models.
Scots mountain council joins in climbing push
Scotland’s mountaineering body has launched a major push to promote climbing. The Mountaineering Council of Scotland is teaming up with climbing ...
Thumbs-up as Queen signals move to open England’s coastline
The right to walk and climb along the whole length of England’s coast came a step closer today with the announcement in the Queen’s Speech that a Marine Bill will be introduced in this parliamentary session.
New Arran marilyn confirmed as survey confirms drop
Baggers, get your boots on! There’s a new marilyn to be conquered. Sail Chalmadale, a modest hill on the western side of the isle of Arran, has b...
Lifetime award for Butterfield, author of 'hillwalkers' bible'
The author of one of the best known hillwalking tomes was today granted a lifetime achievement award.
Power lines go in Peak view improvement
Now you see them, now you don’t: there will be no crossed wires for walkers in a Peak District beauty spot thanks to a scheme to bury unsightly electricity lines.
Mountain council produces guide to Scots peaks
If you’re about to start out on your bagging career, or simply want a bit of guidance on which of Scotland’s high mountains class as munros, marilyns, grahams or the rest, you could do worse than download a free guide by one of the best known outdoor writers around.