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Cave rescuers ask public to be on lookout for stolen safety gear
Rescuers in the Yorkshire Dales are asking fellow cavers and climbers to shop anyone who offers them knocked-off gear at knock-down prices.
Rescuers condemn theft of safety gear installed in Yorkshire Dales cave for festival
Vital safety equipment placed underground in the Yorkshire Dales by a rescue team has been stolen. The Clapham-based Cave Rescue Organisation conde...
Olympics bosses confirm sport climbing will be included in 2020 Tokyo games
Climbing will become an Olympic sport, the movement’s bosses have announced. A much anticipated announcement in Rio de Janeiro by the Internation...
BMC and MCofS rebrand themselves as Climb Britain and Mountaineering Scotland
Two bodies that represent climbers, hillwalkers and mountaineers throughout Britain have announced changes to their names.
Longest new stretch of England Coast Path opens to walkers along Yorkshire shore
The longest section of the England Coast Path so far created opened this week. The 68-mile stretch along the north Yorkshire shore from Filey Brigg...
Brexit champion Andrea Leadsom appointed Environment Secretary
A prominent Brexit campaigner and failed Conservative party leadership candidate has been appointed Environment Secretary.
Campaigner Kate Ashbrook will open 'unique' Welcome Way linking three towns
An access champion will officially open a unique long-distance walking route at the weekend. Kate Ashbrook will walk part of the Welcome Way from t...
Scotland's national parks seek volunteer walkers to 'adopt' mountain paths
Walkers are being asked to ‘adopt’ paths in Scotland’s two national parks. The Mountains and the People project will also see 36 traineeships...
Tweed rescue team uses defibrillator for first time to save mountain biker's life
Rescuers used a defibrillator acquired by their team to help save the life of a mountain biker suffering a heart attack.
Lyon Equipment donates gear to replace stolen Kingsdale cave safety line
A leading outdoor gear company has stepped in to help a rescue team whose vital safety equipment was stolen from a Yorkshire Dales cave.
Lights, boots, action: new gear set to hit the shops next year
Here's a glimpse at some of the new products from outdoor brands that will be in your favourite store next year.
Team pleads with public to stay away from parts of Ben Nevis during survey
Climbers, mountaineers and walkers are being asked to avoid areas of Britain’s highest mountain while a survey takes place.
Mountain rescuer escapes unharmed after Land Rover overturns during moorland callout
A rescuer escaped unhurt after a Land Rover overturned while on a callout to help an injured walker. Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team described th...
White Cliffs of Dover latest stretch of shore to be added to England Coast Path
One of the country’s best known stretches of shoreline has been added to the England Coast Path. The White Cliffs of Dover are among 66 miles of ...
Campaigner Kate Ashbrook: Brexit threat to countryside 'deeply worrying'
A tireless fighter for access rights is worried the exit from the European Union will have serious effects on the great outdoors.
More than 100 jobs at risk as National Trust for Scotland consults on restructure
More than 100 jobs are at risk as Scotland’s biggest conservation charity looks at restructuring its departments and devolving decision making.
Stuck Peak District couple send selfie to guide rescuers to them
A couple stuck on steep ground at a Peak District beauty spot guided rescuers by sending them a selfie showing their position.
Renewed appeal as search for Glen Coe walker Edward Davies continues
Police have renewed their appeal to walkers and climbers for sightings of a missing Glen Coe walker. Edward Davies has not been seen for five days...