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Walk in Wainwright's footsteps or take a Lakeland stroll as guided walks begin
A series of guided walks in the Lake District kicks off at the weekend. The volunteer-led walks have taken place since the 1960s and more than 70 d...
Identity of woman whose body was found 15 years ago on Pennine Way revealed
Police have solved the mystery of the identity of a woman whose body was found near the Pennine Way almost 15 years ago.
Grough's great big Christmas gift guide to goodies for the outdoor fan
We've taken a peep inside Santa's North Pole headquarters to bring you suggestions for seasonal gifts for the outdoor enthusiast in your life.
Kendal Mountain Festival: big names mingle with big crowds as event grows
Another successful year for the Cumbrian town's festival as the stars descend for four days of outdoor-oriented entertainment.
Charge your phone before you head for the hills, advise Lake District rescuers
Rescuers reminded walkers that charging their mobile phones before they set off on a trip to the hills is a sensible precaution.
Ramblers: post-Brexit farming subsidies should depend on keeping paths clear
Farmers should only receive post-Brexit subsidies if they fulfil their responsibilities for maintaining footpaths across their land, the Ramblers said.
Northumberland rescue team seeks new members to cover largest English area
Rescuers with the largest patch of any team in England are recruiting new members. Successful applicants will receive a year of training with the N...
Police launch international social media campaign to solve Pennine Way body mystery
Police are turning to the international social media community to try to solve a mystery death in the Yorkshire Dales.
Charity walkers set out on 569-mile Bryson Line from Cape Wrath to Bognor Regis
A group of Anglo-Americans has embarked on a month-long walk following a route inspired by writer Bill Bryson.
Campaign groups mark 70th anniversary of access law with pledge on national parks
Five campaign groups have sealed a pledge to protect national parks and make them more accessible. A time capsule containing the pledge was buried ...
Spare the glitter and use porridge to help Rudolph fly, says expert
Families helping Rudolph and his friends on Christmas Day are being advised he doesn’t need a glittering trail to find his way.
Kendal Mountain Festival attracted 16,000 visitors to 'biggest event yet'
Organisers of the Kendal Mountain Festival said this year’s event was the biggest ever, with about 16,000 visitors attending.
Keswick rescuers pay tribute to former leader Mike Nixon who has died, aged 90
Keswick Mountain Rescue Team has paid tribute to a former stalwart who has died aged 90. Mike Nixon had more than 60 years’ service with the team...
Three teams in four-hour stretcher carry of injured Kinder Scout walker
An injured walker was stretchered for four hours from Kinder Scout in a rescue operation lasting 7½ hours altogether.
Two children among group rescued from Snowdonia cliff in five-hour operation
Two children were among four people rescued from a precarious position when they got stuck on a Snowdonia cliff.
Moorland group joins Emily Brontë bicentenary celebrations with Bogtastic visit
A conservation group will join celebrations to mark the bicentenary of an author whose work inspires thousands of visits to the moors around her former home.
Thinking of heading up Tryfan? Read this first
Tryfan's rocky ridges and easy access make it a popular target for walkers, but it's easy to get into difficulties.
Calder Valley team pays tribute to member Richard Graves who lost cancer battle
A rescue team has paid tribute to a member who lost his battle with cancer. Richard Graves was described by Calder Valley Search and Rescue Team as...