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Children help create gateway to Cuillin range

Schoolchildren on a Hebridean isle have helped create part of a gateway to one of Scotland’s most challenging climbing ridges.

Rescue team will show its fun side with open day activities

A rescue team will be throwing open its doors next week to give the public a behind-the-scenes look at their work.

New rescue team will serve island walkers and climbers

The first new mountain rescue team to be established in Scotland for 11 years is hoping to get official recognition soon.

Island nature reserve will welcome walkers

An island nature reserve will welcome walkers from next month. The Isle of May, in the Firth of Forth, will be accessible by boat from 1 April. The...

First ever Base jump from north Harris crag recorded on video

So what are your first thoughts when you gaze at a huge overhanging gneiss rockface? If you’re Dave MacLeod and Tim Emmett, it’s: let’s see i...

Lifetime award for Doug Scott at climbing's 'Oscars'

Veteran British climber and mountaineer Doug Scott will receive a lifetime contribution award at this year’s Piolets d’Or.

A very English revolt: tubthumping and online activism force forest u-turn

It was a peculiarly English revolt, and it resulted in that rarest of events: a politician saying ‘sorry’.

Top gear firm extends climbing star's sponsorship

Top climber and adventurer Leo Houlding has signed a five-year extension to his current sponsorship with outdoor company Berghaus.

Sheffield festival unveils 'biggest and best' film list

What unites wild swimming in Wordsworth country; skateboarding in war-torn Afghanistan; cross-country snowboarding, and Arctic aerobics.

Cross Fell and Great Dun Fell

Save your ascent of the highest hill in the Pennines for a clear day to enjoy superlative views....

Newest mountain rescue team gets approval

Scotland’s newest mountain rescue team has got the seal of approval. Hebrides Search and Rescue gained official affiliation to the Mountain Rescu...

Walker found safe after eight-hour overnight search

A walker was found safe after going missing overnight in the Highlands. The Glen Doll ranger raised the alarm after 68-year-old Dundonian Leo Fewst...

Underground, overground, and not a Womble in sight

A festival celebrating the outdoor world’s ups and downs will take place in the Yorkshire Dales. Ingleton’s Overground Underground will feature...

Adventure film subjects tell their stories in online podcasts

Adventure enthusiasts have a chance to hear the stories behind some of the top films forming part of this weekend’s Sheffield Adventure Film Festival.

Forest sell-off warning as protest turns to celebration

A rally originally intended to protest at forest sell-offs turned into a victory celebration. An estimated 500 people gathered at Whinlatter Forest...

Chance to see last two rearranged Mick Fowler dates

There’s a last-minute chance to join the audience for two rearranged shows by top climber Mick Fowler.

Downhill race to the bar will feature in mountain festival

A mass downhill race to the bar will feature in a mountain festival next month. Competent skiers and boarders are invited to take part in the event...