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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.

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.

New Lake District visitors push rescuers' 'avoidable' incidents to new high

Rescuers in the Lake District said they are having to deal with avoidable incidents, many involving visitors new to the area during the coronavirus pandemic.

Royal Marines aid injured teen after fall on Whernside

A group of Royal Marines went to the aid of a teenager who fell while descending Yorkshire’s highest mountain.

Mountain man Kílian Jornet attempts new 24-hour challenge: running on the flat

Record-breaking mountain runner Kílian Jornet is planning a new challenge outside his comfort zone: running on the flat.

Couple's Blencathra date ends in man falling from Sharp Edge

A couple enjoying their second date together had an eventful outing in the Lake District. An ascent of Sharp Edge on Blencathra ended with the man ...

Peak District team's plea to hillgoers after walker located at home after callout

Rescuers in the Peak District pleaded with hillgoers to let them know if they reach safety after calling out the team.

Ex-rights-of-way inspector will be campaigners' eyes and ears on Isle of Wight

A retired rights-of-way inspector will be the eyes and ears of campaigning group the Open Spaces Society on the Isle of Wight.

Wales closes to visitors as much of UK faces stricter lockdown measures

Wales will be out of bounds to visiting outdoor enthusiasts from Friday, and other parts of the UK will be subject to increased restrictions due to the coronavirus crisis.

Rescue teams have busy Christmas Day aiding injured and lost walkers

Several rescue teams were in action on Christmas Day to help walkers and others in distress. Members of Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team were called...

Rescuers offer advice for staying safe on Cross Fell, the Pennines' highest hill

Rescuers in Cumbria have warned of the potential pitfalls of those venturing on to the highest hill in the Pennines.

Christmas stocking fillers for the outdoor fan: here's our last-minute festive gift guide

In a quandary over what to buy your favourite outdoors enthusiast? Here are some last minute gift ideas...

On test: Leatherman Free T4 multi-tool reviewed

Leatherman's small but sturdy multi-tool is a good addition to the backpacker's rucksack as well as being useful round the house.

Rescuers in seven-hour operation to aid Cadair Idris walker with head injury

A walker was airlifted to hospital after suffering a head injury on a Snowdonia mountain. The woman, in her 40s and from Anglesey, was crossing the...

On test: 15 to 35 litre daysacks reviewed

We spent the past few months lugging loads across the hills to test 16 different rucksacks; here's how they fared.

Post-lockdown visitor surge leads to path erosion on trust's Scottish hills

Increasing numbers of walkers using mountain paths in Scotland during the coronavirus crisis has led to damage to routes.

Dartmoor and Yorkshire Dales car parks to stay open during second English lockdown

Car parks and toilets in the Yorkshire Dales will stay open during the latest lockdown, national park bosses said.

Wales bans high-risk UK residents from travelling to low-coronavirus countryside

Much of Wales’s countryside is now out of bounds to large numbers of visitors from the rest of the UK.

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