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Sledging accidents keep Cleveland mountain rescuers busy

A mountain rescue team was called out three times in one day – all to people injured while sledging in the snow.

Red alert issued as blizzards forecast for south Wales hills

Britain’s official weather forecasters have issued a red alert as blizzards and strong winds are due to hit part of Britain tomorrow.

Helly Hansen adds trail-running gear to its spring collection

Four new additions to the Norwegian brand's spring collection are aimed at runners and high-intensity outdoor enthusiasts.

Rescuers Mark Hodgson and Gari Finch made MBEs in New Year Honours

The leader of one of the Lake District’s busiest mountain rescue teams has been appointed an MBE in the New Year Honours.

Mountain experts recommend items for outdoor fans' Santa's list

Mountain experts have come up with a last-minute Christmas shopping list to help outdoor fans stay safe on the hills.

Spiro Bodyfit compression baselayer claims to increase muscle performance

Compression garments, used by athletes to enhance performance, are now being aimed at the outdoor enthusiast.

Major Goyt Valley search by 80 rescuers fails to find missing man Kevin Bird

A huge search involving more than 80 volunteers from three mountain rescue teams failed to find a man missing in the Peak District.

Weekend avalanche service kicks off as snow takes hold on hills

Walkers and climbers heading for some winter thrills on Scotland’s hills will be able to check out avalanche conditions from this weekend.

On test: Patagonia Capilene 4 Expedition Weight Bottoms

These Patagonia baselayer bottoms use Polartec's new Power Dry fabric that boast its best ever wicking properties.

Rescuer says 'hats off' to runners as blizzard hits The Spine end stages

Rescuers have described how they helped competitors enveloped in blizzards during the closing stages of one of the country’s toughest races.

On test: Sherpa Lithang jacket and Tsepun baselayer

We put to the test two offerings from the new-to-the-UK Nepalese brand Sherpa Adventure Gear...

The outdoors world in 2012: our backward glance at the year past

Our rearward glance at a news-packed 2012 includes, as always, tragedy as well as uplifting stories of the great outdoors, and a few oddities.

New Year's Day lake swim by Ogwen Valley rescuers will help keep gear dry

Mountain rescuers will take a dip in a Snowdonia lake – to help keep their gear dry. Members of the Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation pla...

On test: Zamberlan Baffin GT RR WL boots

Zamberlan's Italian-made updated Baffin boots are now made on a wider-fitting last specially aimed at UK walkers.

Ramblers threaten court action over closed footpath on Sussex coast

A Ramblers group is threatening to take court action against a water company it says has unlawfully blocked a footpath.

Your guide to the ideal Christmas presents for the outdoor fan in your life

We've lots of suggestions for Christmas stocking-fillers for the outdoor enthusiast in our look at festive gear and clothing.

British technology underpins Sir Ranulph Fiennes's The Coldest Journey

On the eve of the departure of Sir Ranulph Fiennes’s expedition party for one of the most ambitious Antarctic journeys ever undertaken, more details have emerged of the equipment he and his team will use to try to keep warm in temperatures as low as –90C.