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Cyclist Katherine Moore dies on Wrynose Pass during Coast to Coast sportive

A cyclist has died in an incident on a Lake District pass. Katherine Moore was taking part in a Coast to Coast event when she was injured on the Wr...

Cockermouth rescuers mark 50th anniversary of death of members in rockfall

Members of a Lake District rescue team gathered this weekend to mark the 50th anniversary of a tragedy in which two of its volunteers died.

Scottish Natural Heritage marks creation of 100 miles of new or improved paths

More than 100 miles of new and improved paths will be created in Scotland in a bid to boost access for the public.

Lost Scafell Pike man walks to safety after windswept night on fells

A man made his way off the Lake District fells after spending a night on the mountains when he got lost.

Sixties' gear back in vogue as walkers celebrate Cleveland Way's 50th anniversary

A group of national park apprentices stepped out in 1960s gear to mark the 50th anniversary of the Cleveland Way.

Passing nurse and doctors aid Lakeland walker suffering chest pains on Cat Bells

A walker was airlifted from a Lake District fell after suffering chest pains. The 65-year-old reached the summit of Cat Bells when he began to feel...

On test: two- to three-season walking boots reviewed

Twelve pairs of walking boots put to the test through extensive hoofing across the hills, but which scored best?.

Keswick rescuers called out three times in eight hours to aid Lakeland walkers

A Lakeland rescue team was called out three times in one day to help walkers. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was first alerted about 11.10am on Wedne...

Dry weather leads to wildfire warnings for outdoor fans over Easter period

Outdoor enthusiasts heading for the British countryside over the Easter holiday are being urged to be on their guard against starting wildfires.

Friends of Lake District in solstice fell gathering to mark 85th birthday

A charity that was set up to establish a national park in the Lake District has celebrated its 85th anniversary.

Seriously injured Langdale climber airlifted after being hit by falling rock

A climber was airlifted to hospital from a Lake District crag when he suffered serious injuries in a rockfall.

Trail record claimed as pair complete charity run round Peak District boundary

A Mountain Leader is claiming a new record for the fastest circuit of a route tracing the boundary of the Peak District.

UK Wild Camp suspends pay-to-pitch scheme after outdoors community uproar

Organisers of a controversial scheme to monetise wild camping in two national parks have backtracked after widespread opposition from the outdoors community.

Mountain Aid urges more walkers to bag a corbett for its May challenge

A charity wants more walkers to take to the Scottish hills before May is out. Mountain Aid’s Corbetts4Courses challenge aims to see all 222 of th...

Work underway on Scottish path repairs after Mend Our Mountains appeal

Work has begun on repairing one of the UK’s most eroded hill paths. And a second project will start next month following success in raising cash ...

Wainwright Society hands £10,800 donation to Great North Air Ambulance

The Wainwright Society has handed over more than £10,000 to the Great North Air Ambulance charity. The group, which promotes the values of the lat...

Former winners line up for bonus attempt on Three Peaks Race records

Five former winners will be joining the field for this year’s Three Peaks Race at the weekend. Runners tackling the gruelling ‘Marathon with Mo...

National Trust shelves Wasdale Head loo plans but will build Lake Head toilets

The National Trust has shelved plans for a new toilet block at Wasdale Head in the Lake District. It said the proposal received several objections,...