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Outdoor Trade Show organisers confident summer event will go ahead

Organisers of the UK’s largest trade show for the outdoor industry say they are confident it will be able to take place this summer, as lockdown eases.

On test: insulated jackets reviewed

As the mercury drops, an insulated jacket becomes a hill essential. So we've been out and about for the past few weeks to see how well nine different ...

Lakeland rescuers concerned as callouts rise 72 per cent, many to tier-three residents

Rescuers in the Lake District say they are concerned by the high number of incidents they have been called out to in December.

On test: 15 to 35 litre daysacks reviewed

We spent the past few months lugging loads across the hills to test 16 different rucksacks; here's how they fared.

Wales closes to visitors as much of UK faces stricter lockdown measures

Wales will be out of bounds to visiting outdoor enthusiasts from Friday, and other parts of the UK will be subject to increased restrictions due to the coronavirus crisis.

On test: trail and approach shoes reviewed

We've been hitting the trails to put 13 pairs of walking shoes to the test; but which were best?...

New short films help Westmorland Dales visitors identify meadow wild flowers

Can you tell a melancholy thistle from a common knapweed? Would you be able to identify red clover or yellow rattle?...

Police plea for sightings of missing Highland walkers Stuart Campbell and Paul Cairney

Police in the Highlands have issued a new photograph of a man who has gone missing. The picture shows Stuart Campbell wearing the hooded, grey Berg...

Trees for Life charity submits detailed plans for Highland 'rewilding centre'

A conservation charity has submitted plans for what it says is the world’s first rewilding centre in the Scottish Highlands.

Dave Morris and Mikayla Parton honoured in Fort William fesitval awards

A long-time campaigner for outdoors rights has been recognised for his work. Former Ramblers Scotland director Dave Morris has received the Scottis...

Mountain rescuers saw surge in callouts as Covid-19 lockdown eased, figures reveal

Mountain rescuers in England and Wales saw large increases in the number of callouts during the first easing of lockdown in 2020.

Christmas stocking fillers for the outdoor fan: here's our last-minute festive gift guide

In a quandary over what to buy your favourite outdoors enthusiast? Here are some last minute gift ideas...

Ramblers' citizen geographers find 49,000 miles of 'lost paths'

More than 49,000 miles of footpaths in England and Wales are at risk because they have not been officially recorded.

Rescuer Geraint Thomas among outdoors award recipients in Birthday Honours

A mountain rescuer is among outdoors luminaries recognised for their service in the Queen’s Birthday Honours.

Outdoor Trade Show decamps to new Merseyside venue for 2021

Britain’s largest trade gathering for the outdoor industries is decamping to Merseyside. Organisers of the Outdoor Trade Show said next year’s ...

Bearded vulture's Peak District visit underlines wildlife importance, says chief

The boss of the Peak District national park said the interest caused by the visit of a rare vulture to the area is testament to the importance of wildlife to the park.

On test: Rab Skyline mountain-running clothing reviewed

We headed to the hills to put Rab's range of mountain-running gear to the test: two jackets, a vest and shorts.

YHA to begin limited re-opening of English youth hostels in July

Youth hostels in England will begin a limited re-opening in mid-July as Covid-19 restrictions are eased.

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