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Keen steps in with 200 pairs of boots to help Somerset flood victims

An outdoor footwear company has stepped in to help victims of flooding in the West Country. Keen sent 200 pairs of boots and 140 pairs of socks to ...

The great outdoors in 2013: our look back at the events of the year

'Sheepwrecked fells', a porcupine, octupus and bottled vole: the outdoors can be a surprising place...

North York Moors footpath work eases walkers' access to Hole of Horcum

Walkers accessing one of Yorkshire’s natural wonders will find the going a little easier after work by the North York Moors National Park Authority.

Amber weather warning as Britain's hills set for hurricane-force winds

Weather forecasters have issued amber warnings of storm-force winds on hills across northern Britain on Thursday.

Penrith mountain rescuers on lookout for new team members

A mountain rescue team is on the lookout for new recruits. Penrith Mountain Rescue Team said it is seeking new members from its area, which covers ...

Penrith mountain rescuers start search for new £½m base

A mountain rescue team is looking for public support as it looks to raise more than £½m for a new base.

North Wales mountain rescue stalwart Tony Jones honoured on retirement

A stalwart of mountain rescue in north Wales has been honoured after his retirement. Dr Tony Jones has stepped down as chair of North Wales Mountai...

Met Office: 2012 was second wettest on record for UK

Last year was the UK’s second wettest ever, with rainfall just a few millimetres short of the record set 12 years ago.

Aberglaslyn mountain team takes delivery of boat thanks to Keswick colleagues

Mountain rescuers team will be able to stay afloat after a donation from colleagues in another team. Aberglaslyn Mountain Rescue Team took delivery...

Mountain rescuers on standby as more floods predicted in latest storm

Volunteer mountain rescuers in the West of the country have been put on standby today after the Met Office warned of more storms and possible flooding.

Hurricane-speed winds will hit hills as storm continues across UK

Hurricane-force winds will hit Scotland’s mountains tomorrow as a winter storm grips the UK. The Mountain Weather Information Service said mobili...

Cumbrian mountain rescuers in 800-mile flood callout to Essex

A group of volunteer mountain rescuers made an 800-mile round trip to help victims of flooding during this week’s exceptional winter storm.

Met Office: check updates as 80mph winds and minus 10 chill loom

Weather forecasters have issued updated warnings about the impending storm expected to hit southern Britain on Sunday night and into Monday morning.

Rescuers warn Black Hill flash floods may block Pennine Way route

Mountain rescuers are warning a section of a national trail may become impassable if expected heavy rain this week causes flash flooding.

New bridge built for walkers on Wainwright's Coast to Coast route

Walkers can now set off on a long-distance route on a firmer footing with the opening of a new bridge.

Cockermouth mountain rescuers open doors to mark 60th anniversary

A Lake District mountain rescue team will throw open its doors this weekend as it celebrates a diamond day.

Rescuers on the lookout for Dogsbodies – the unsung heroes on the hills

It's one of the few pastimes where you're expected to lie down on the job; find what it takes to be a Dogsbody.

Three rescues in three days for Ogwen team as heavy rain and winds lash area

Rescuers had to battle flooded tunnels and gridlocked roads to reach an injured walker in Snowdonia. Members of Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organi...