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Great North Air Ambulance appeals for help with cost of new helicopter
A charity whose helicopters have flown to the aid of numerous outdoors enthusiasts is appealing to the public to help fund a replacement aircraft.
Aim low: introducing The Huws, diminutive Welsh hills to pique your interest
Hillwalking isn't necessarily about slogging to the top of the highest peaks; there's plenty of interest in Wales's less lofty summits.
Friends of Lake District say Ullock Moss car park conflicts national park policies
Campaigners say a proposed permanent car park near the foot of a popular Lakeland fell has polarised arguments.
Fellwalking spaniel Max awarded animal 'OBE' for his virtual therapy work
A dog whose fell-going adventures have helped support and comfort thousands of people has been awarded the animal equivalent of the OBE.
Welsh church scenes among Alfred Wainwright drawings up for auction
Four sketches by the celebrated author and artist Alfred Wainwright have been put up for auction. As well as two Lakeland drawings, an auction hous...
John Muir Trust completes path repairs on Quinag in north-west Highlands
A popular path on a Scottish mountain described as a ‘walker’s paradise’ has been restored. Work completed on Quinag in the north-west Highla...
Lakeland rescuers: only call us out if you're seriously injured or ill
Mountain rescuers in the Lake District have appealed to hillgoers only to request help if they are seriously injured or ill.
Mountain rescuers saw surge in callouts as Covid-19 lockdown eased, figures reveal
Mountain rescuers in England and Wales saw large increases in the number of callouts during the first easing of lockdown in 2020.
Lakeland rescuers issue 'stay at home' plea as area enters tier-four lockdown
Rescuers pleaded with visitors to stick to lockdown rules after a climber had to be rescued when he got stuck on a Lake District crag.
Outdoor Trade Show organisers confident summer event will go ahead
Organisers of the UK’s largest trade show for the outdoor industry say they are confident it will be able to take place this summer, as lockdown eases.
New Berghaus ambassadors aim to promote diversity, inclusion and mental health
Outdoors brand Berghaus has appointed four new ambassadors with the aim of promoting diversity, inclusion and mental health.
Dave Morris and Mikayla Parton honoured in Fort William fesitval awards
A long-time campaigner for outdoors rights has been recognised for his work. Former Ramblers Scotland director Dave Morris has received the Scottis...
Rescuers don skis to reach patient stranded by snow at Northumberland farm
Mountain rescuers in Northumberland used vehicles, skis and their leg power to reach a patient in a remote farm who needed medical attention.
Scottish trails get accessibility upgrade as more enjoy outdoors during pandemic
Some of Scotland’s most popular paths are being made more accessible as increasing numbers of people make use of the great outdoors during the coronavirus pandemic.
Police criticise ill equipped Rochdale couple rescued from wintry Ingleborough
Police in the Yorkshire Dales have criticised a couple who had to be rescued from the summit of Ingleborough in wintry conditions on Sunday.
Rescuer Stuart King honoured for helping save life of fallen Creag Meagaidh climber
A Northumberland mountain rescuer has been honoured for his part in helping save a man’s life in a climbing incident in Scotland.
Welsh authorities plead: don't try to travel to our national parks
National park bosses in the Wales are urging the public to stick to the latest lockdown guidelines. Authorities in the three national parks pleaded...
Westmorland Dales footbridge back in place after storms ripped it from supports
National park rangers have restored a footbridge in the Westmorland Dales after flood water lifted it from its supports earlier this year.