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World's biggest potash mine planned next to Coast to Coast Walk route

A national park authority has received an application for the world’s biggest potash mine close to the route of Alfred Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk.

On test: outdoor t-shirts

Ten different t-shirts put to the test for your summer outings on the hill ...

Three art works unveiled as part of Lomond scenic routes project

Three works of art have been unveiled to encourage visitors to appreciate the landscape of Scotland’s first national park.

Vango's Cheeky Little Campers campaign aims to get kids outdoors

One of the UK’s best known tent brands is helping to encourage children into the outdoors with a project involving 10 primary schools.

Ramblers back Monadhliath group's opposition to Allt Duine windfarm

The Ramblers have backed a call from a Scottish outdoors luminary for a power company to abandon plans for a windfarm on the edge of the Cairngorms national park.

Stanage moors will benefit from heather 'haircut'

A popular Peak District moor will be getting a haircut to keep in top trim. The area close to Stanage Edge will have heather cropped by machinery t...

Eric Robson to set record straight on 'fun-loving Jack-the-Lad' Wainwright

A writer and broadcaster will attempt to debunk the reputation of Alfred Wainwright as an old curmudgeon.

On test: midlayers

Midlayer clothing comes in a huge variety of forms and we put 11 different examples to the test to see how they performed.

MPs slam Government 'missed opportunity' to tackle wildlife crime

The future of the organisation that co-ordinates the policing of wildlife crime remains in doubt after the coalition Government refused to confirm its continued funding.

Win VIP tickets to Kendal Mountain Festival with Go Lakes lift-sharing scheme

If we said you could travel to the Lake District, Cumbria, make friends, cut costs and look after the area at the same time would you be interested.

Minister gives green light to new Somerset section of England Coast Path

The latest stretch of the English coastal path has been given the go-ahead. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs approved 90km (5...

Ramblers boss urges Scots to walk from sofa to summit

The boss of the Ramblers in Scotland said people should be encouraged to walk from sofa to summit. Dave Morris today welcomed the launch of the Sco...

Changes afoot as Mountain Training launches novices' hillwalking courses

New enthusiasts will be offered skills courses in walking the hills from next month, and a new leadership award for lowland countryside will be launched.

Dont panic! Here's our last-minute festive outdoor stocking-filler gift guide

Christmas is nearly upon us. Here are a few suggestions to put under the tree for the outdoor fan in your life...

Alan Hinkes urges outdoors fans to join Borrowdale fell care day

A record-breaking mountaineer has thrown his weight behind a volunteering day in the Lake District. Alan Hinkes, the only Briton to have climbed al...

sugru: the colourful little bit of kit that could get you out of a fix

A silicone rubber repair material that sticks to most outdoor gear and has many more uses...

Honour for Royal Navy pilot in daring rescue of stricken Ben Sgulaird walker

A rescue helicopter commander has been honoured for his grit, determination and courage during a flight to rescue an injured man on a Highland mountain.

Folk band The Moonbeams donate album cash to Yorkshire Dales groups

A fundraising effort is music to the ears of two organisations in the Yorkshire Dales. Contemporary folk band The Moonbeams have pledged to donate ...