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The outdoors world in 2012: our backward glance at the year past

Our rearward glance at a news-packed 2012 includes, as always, tragedy as well as uplifting stories of the great outdoors, and a few oddities.

Ramblers urge Government to act on stalled outdoor commitments

Britain’s biggest walking charity called on the coalition Government to kick-start a number of stalled commitments to the outdoors.

Public's views sought on north Norfolk stretch of England Coast Path

Outdoor enthusiasts are being asked for their views on the next stages of the planned England Coast Path.

Government seeks public views on coastal access to Dover's White Cliffs

Proposals for public access to one of England’s best known stretches of coastline have been published.

England's national trails at risk in Government 'gamble' say campaigners

England’s national trails are at serious risk of decline under Government proposals, the Ramblers said.

Views sought on next two stretches of English coast path

The Government’s advisory body on the outdoors has started a consultation on the next stretches of English coastline to be opened up to public access.

Weekend of events will launch Wales Coast Path

Hundreds of walkers will pull on their boots this weekend to celebrate the opening of the world’s longest coastal path round a whole nation.

Outdoors groups say landowners' plans would hit access for walkers

Outdoor campaigners have accused the country landowners’ organisation of reneging on a two-year-old agreement to work together on rights of way.

Free booklet offers guidance to novice hillwalkers

Walkers raising their sights and thinking of heading for the hills have a new guide, produced by experts.

Walkers in South-West warned of landslide danger following heavy rain

Walkers in south-west England are being warned to take care after the Met Office issued a landslide warning.

Country landowners say no need for new Isle of Wight coastal access

The organisation that represents country landowners said there is no need to extend the England Coast Path to the Isle of Wight.

Call for walkers to tackle Northern Ireland's top peak for charity

A children’s cancer charity is looking for walkers willing to tackle Northern Ireland’s highest mountain to raise funds for their cause.

Government to consult public on extending coastal access to Isle of Wight

The coalition Government has announced it will consult the public on extending the England Coast Path to the Isle of Wight.

First section of England Coast Path officially opened

The first few miles of the long-awaited path around the whole of England’s coast officially opened today.

Three new long-distance routes boost Scotland's trail tally

Scotland has three new long-distance leisure routes, bringing its tally of trails to 23. The Great Glen Canoe Trail will allow paddlers to travel b...

Kate urges gathering to 'keep Kinder torch aflame'

The new president of the Ramblers said the spirit of the Kinder Scout Mass Trespassers must be kept alive in the face of mounting challenges to the right to access the countryside.