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Rescuers praise resilience of group trapped in freezing Yorkshire Dales cave for 26 hours
Rescuers have released more details about a major operation to save five cavers trapped below ground in the Yorkshire Dales at the weekend.
Scots hillgoers asked to pledge price of a bobble hat to 'Mend Our Mountains'
Hillgoers are being asked to spare the price of a bobble hat – to improve conditions underfoot on two of Scotland’s mountains.
Three teams in operation to find five lost Yorkshire Dales cavers trapped for 26 hours
A major rescue operation to locate a group of lost cavers in the Yorkshire Dales ended successfully when they were brought to the surface unharmed.
Cumbrian mountain rescue volunteers in action as blizzards sweep county
Mountain rescuers had to dig through a quarter of a mile of snowdrifts to reach a patient with heart problems in Cumbria.
Walker suffers head injuries after slipping on ice on Scafell Pike route
A walker was airlifted from a route on England’s highest mountain after suffering a head injury after tumbling 200ft.
Lakeland walker airlifted after injuring head in tumble while descending Pillar
Two helicopters were called to aid an injured walker who tumbled a considerable distance while descending a Lake District fell.
Climber enlists public's help to rescue dogs stranded on Helvellyn for two days
Climbers have rescued two dogs that were stuck for two day in a precarious position high on England’s third tallest mountain in freezing conditions.
Flip! Experts warn new clothing trend could be fatal attraction for your compass
Mountain experts have identified a new hazard for hillgoers, after analysis of a recent rescue in the Highlands.
Shauna Coxsey heads medal hopes as climbing gets £630,000 Olympic boost
The UK’s Olympic sport climbing hopes were boosted today with the announcement that up to £630,000 is being made available to support the push for medals at the Tokyo games in 2020.
Calder Valley team's four-legged members retire after more than 10 years' service
Two long-serving members of a rescue team have retired after numerous missions. Four-legged friends Nell and Pepper have each assisted the Calder V...
On test: waterproof trousers reviewed
The UK climate makes a pair of waterproof trousers an essential piece of outdoor kit. So how well did our test pants perform in typically British weat...
Injured Lakeland walker rescued after falling 300ft on Great End
A man was airlifted to hospital after injuring himself when he fell more than 300ft on a Lake District mountain.
Lomond national park camping restrictions come into force at lochside sites
Camping bylaws are now in force, bosses at the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs national park have warned.
Rescuers' winter advice after man suffers serious injuries in Crinkle Crags fall
A man suffered serious injuries after falling more than 300ft on a Lake District fell. Langdale Ambleside Mountain Rescue Team was called out about...
Man dies in 300ft fall from scrambling route on Dow Crag near Coniston
A man has died after falling more than 300ft from a Lake District cliff. Coniston Mountain Rescue Team was alerted about 12.05pm on Thursday to rep...
Lake District rescuers in seven-hour operation after man falls 160ft on Great End
A man who fell more than 160ft on a Lake District mountain was rescued in an operation lasting seven hours.
OutDoor trade show says goodbye to Fred with move to Munich
A major outdoors trade show will switch venues from next year. OutDoor, which is run by the European Outdoor Group, will move to Munich from 2019...
Broadcaster Cameron McNeish to receive Scots mountain culture award
Writer and broadcaster Cameron McNeish has been recognised for his contribution to mountain culture. The former magazine editor will receive the Sc...