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Three rescued unharmed after night on Mamores mountain in 'wild' weather
Three walkers were found unharmed after spending the night on a Highland mountain. The trio was reported overdue after going walking in the Mamore...
Two climbers die in fall on Stob Coire nam Beith in Glen Coe
Two climbers have died on a Glen Coe mountain. Their bodies were found by two other climbers on Saturday on Stob Coire nam Beith...
Bergans of Norway kits out Lake District felltop assessors
The Lake District's felltop assessors have been kitted out with gear from Bergans of Norway to protect them on their daily trips up Helvellyn.
Mountaineers and police urge walkers and climbers to leave route details
Mountaineers have backed a police plea for outdoor enthusiasts to leave details of their intended route when heading for the hills.
Check the reports before heading for the hills, Lake District experts plead
National park bosses are urging walkers and mountaineers to check a dedicated weather service before heading for the hills.
Free talks by mountain expert Heather Morning aim to boost winter safety
A mountain expert and rescue team member is offering a personal insight into winter safety with a series of talks.
New crankmonkey charger for outdoor fans' gadgets is no wind-up
Powertraveller's hand-cranked charger can keep your electronic gadgets working in the great outdoors.
Peak District rescue team overwhelmed by mountain of gear donated for Nepal
Mountain rescuers have been overwhelmed by a response for outdoor gear it launched for victims of the Nepal earthquake.
Up to 20 climbers feared dead as quake triggers avalanche at Everest Base Camp
Up to 20 mountaineers are feared dead after a huge avalanche struck Everest Base Camp, triggered by a major earthquake in Nepal.
Climber rescued after falling more than 1,000ft in Creag Meagaidh avalanche
A climber was airlifted to hospital after falling more than 1,000ft after being caught in an avalanche on a Highland mountain.
Climbers plucked from avalanche-prone Snowdonia crag after night on mountain
Two climbers were plucked from an avalanche-prone Snowdonia gully after spending the night in sub-zero temperatures on the mountain.
The outdoors year in view: our look back through 2015's triumphs, tragedies and curiosities
The year provided plenty of outdoor adventures, not least provided by Mother Nature herself, as exceptional weather became the norm.
Scottish avalanche service begins as full-depth slide hits Creag Meagaidh peak
It’s officially winter in the Scottish Highlands with the arrival of avalanche reports from today. The Scottish Avalanche Information Service is ...
Winter's here; time to up your gear, says mountaineering expert
What’s in your rucksack? That’s the question mountain experts are asking hillgoers in Scotland with the onset of the main winter season. The Mo...
Lake District felltop assessors resume Helvellyn climbs as winter service begins
The Lake District’s two felltop assessors will resume work next week, as they take it in turns to make the journey to the summit of England’s third highest mountain.
Sherpa Adventure Gear Nepal earthquake appeal raises £90,000
The Kathmandu-based brand has raised thousands of dollars and also provided shelter to earthquake victims .
Everest Base Camp leader Chris Harling: 'Today my tears came'
A mountain rescuer caught in the Nepalese earthquake has described the desperate situation at Everest Base Camp.
Rescuers find body of missing Ben Nevis walker Kyle Knox
Rescuers have found the body of a walker who went missing more than two weeks ago on Ben Nevis. The crew of a Royal Navy helicopter spotted the bod...