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Wainwright's signature will adorn Coast to Coast route as waymarking approved

A long-distance route tackled by thousands of walkers every year will be officially waymarked after authorities approved the move.

Birkenhead river walk opens after 12-year campaign by Rachel's uncle

A young woman is finally able to enjoy a riverside walk thanks to 12 years of campaigning by her uncle.

Four Bowland walkers rescued after pair swept away by river torrent

Four walkers were rescued after two of their companions were swept away by a swollen river. The four were stranded in the Langden Valley in the For...

Government's rural statement 'missing a trick' says Open Spaces Society

The coalition Government is missing a trick by ignoring the worth of green spaces and public footpaths.

Campaigners object to plans for 22,000-panel 'solar farm'

Campaigners are objecting to plans to build a ‘solar farm’ in rural Somerset, close to the route of the East Mendip Way.

Campaigners say ancient rights of way must not be lost as deadline looms

Access campaigners said the Government must not implement a cut-off date on rights of way until all missing paths have been recorded.

Night rescue for climbers trapped after rope jams

Three climbers were rescued from a Snowdonia mountain in a night-time operation lasting more than four hours.

Work begins on Yorkshire Three Peaks diversion route

Footpath work will start shortly on a popular challenge trail in the Yorkshire Dales. The project will involve walkers on the Three Peaks Challenge...

Footpath work completed on popular Snowdonia path

A footpath leading to the Rhinogs in Snowdonia has been restored and improved in the light of its popularity.

New Blengdale bridges will open up 'secret' part of Lake District

National park bosses say the construction of two new bridges will open up a secret part of the Lake District for outdoor enthusiasts.

Lost Cadair Idris walkers use grid reference plaques to guide rescuers

A scheme that placed markers bearing grid references at points in a national park is credited with aiding the rescue of three lost walkers.

Charity group appeals for volunteers for Lakeland Fell Care Days

A litter pick by canoe is just one of the activities on offer at an upcoming mass volunteering event in the Lake District.

Trust volunteers step up to capital munro challenge

Six seasoned hillwalkers will climb the heights of three of Scotland’s best loved munros – in the nation’s capital city.

Ticket for illegal bridleway biker after sergeant gives chase

An off-road motorcyclist was given an on-the-spot fine after a police officer gave chase to a group illegally riding on a bridleway.

Stone sculptures replace unloved visitor centre on Scots mountain

An unloved visitor centre on Scotland’s 10th highest mountain has been removed and replaced with facilities described as ‘more in keeping with the mountain landscape’.

Injured walker airlifted after 'amazing' Sea King landing

A walker was airlifted to hospital after suffering a suspected broken ankle. The woman was walking in the Pentland Hills yesterday, when she slippe...

Landowners: reform of unfair rights of way system 'desperately needed'

The organisation representing country landowners said the rights of way system is unfair and weighted against them.

Rescue for group stuck on Snowdonia scramble

Four men were rescued from a Snowdonia scrambling route after getting stuck retreating from a ridge. The men in their early 20s and from Cheshire c...