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Blacks extends borrowing as spring sales fall

Struggling outdoor retailer Blacks has had to increase its borrowing facility to £40m after being hit by a drop in sales of more than £6m over the spring period.

Police chief takes on mountain rescue group's presidency

The new president of an organisation representing mountain rescue teams in the North-East said she is inspired by their dedication and commitment.

Is our new-gear obsession costing us the earth?

An outdoors expert is asking if we are too ready to bin our waterproof and boots, and is looking at ways to re-use discarded gear.

Anger as mountain of rubbish greets Scafell Pike walkers

The summit of England’s highest mountain is becoming a dump, because of inconsiderate walkers. Large amounts of rubbish are blighting the top of ...

Forest groups tells bishop: come and visit the Lakes

Campaigners are urging the Bishop of Liverpool to visit the Lake District, so he can see the area’s forests at first hand.

Rescue team will show its fun side with open day activities

A rescue team will be throwing open its doors next week to give the public a behind-the-scenes look at their work.

Official figures show more Scots heading for the outdoors

More people are heading for the outdoors in Scotland, according to figures released today. Walking is the most popular outdoor activity, Scottish N...

Outdoors 'Red Tape' exercise: is Cameron facing another climbdown?

Britain’s largest campaign group for walkers has hit out at coalition Government plans to undermine right-to-roam laws in England and Wales.

Supporters urged to go in the red for mountain rescuers

Rescuers are appealing to outdoors enthusiasts to go in the red to show their support for the volunteer team.

Euro grant will help Three Peaks walkers avoid worst bog

Future walkers on one of the country’s most challenging walks will be able to keep their feet dry thanks to a cash boost from the European outdoors industry.

High Street performers entertain hillwalkers on Lakeland fell

Two street artists entertained hillwalkers with a performance on England’s highest High Street. Jem Famous and Campbell Innes launched the Lakes ...

Aritist's Three Peaks gift will help upkeep of her subjects

An artist will donate part of her commission from an exhibition featuring the Yorkshire Three Peaks to a scheme to help their upkeep.

Walkers urged to enjoy short walks on long trails

Walkers are being encouraged to use Scotland’s long-distance path network for short trips. Environment Minister Stewart Stevenson pulled on his w...

Rivers, coasts and wetlands worth £1.3bn, scientists say

Scientists have put a price on Britain’s nature following groundbreaking research. Living with a view of green space is worth up to £300 a year,...

National park plea to keep dogs under control as birds nest

Right-to-roam walkers are being urged to keep their dogs under control to avoid upsetting ground-nesting birds in a national park.

National trail running scheme ignites controversy

A trailblazing scheme to encourage long-distance runners in the countryside has ignited controversy, with a petition launched against the installation of a series of electonic boxes fixed in remote locations.

Outdoor groups say: quiz election candidates on wild land

Outdoor bodies are calling on electors to put the country’s wild lands on the political agenda in the run up to polls for members of the Scottish Parliament, Welsh Assembly and Northern Ireland Assembly.

Squeezed budgets 'Could still put English forests at risk'

England’s public woodland could still be at risk if the Government starves the Forestry Commission of cash, according to a leading outdoors campaigner.

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