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Two walkers and dog rescued after straying into steep gully on Tryfan

A small dog and its owners were rescued after straying onto steep ground on a Snowdonia mountain. Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation was ale...

Hill-goers in Scotland warned of potentially dangerous conditions following storms

Mountain experts are warning severe weather is likely to continue across Scotland’s hills over the weekend, following the passage of Storm Eunice.

Critically hypothermic Cadair Idris walker could have died, say rescuers

Rescuers who went to the aid of a group of walkers on Cadair Idris said one of them, who became critically hypothermic, could have lost his life.

Elderly walker guided to safety after getting lost on birthday ascent of Blencathra

An elderly walker celebrating his birthday with an ascent of Blencathra was brought to safety after getting lost near the mountain’s summit in bad visibility.

New Year's Eve walkers rescued after getting lost in cloud on Nethermost Pike

Two walkers were rescued after getting lost in low cloud as darkness fell on the Helvellyn range. Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team was alerted by po...

Incident with walker cragfast on Cadair Idris 'could have ended very badly'

Rescuers said an incident in which a walker became stuck on steep ground on a Snowdonia mountain could have ended very badly.

Last-minute Christmas gifts guide: stocking fillers for the outdoor enthusiast

Christmas is fast approaching and we've been out trying some great items to help you choose festive gifts for the outdoors enthusiast in your life.

Cumbria rescuers called out 30 times over weekend as Storm Arwen lashes county

Mountain rescuers in Cumbria were called out 30 times over the weekend as Storm Arwen lashed the area.

'Be prepared for all eventualities' urge police, after spate of Highland rescues

Police in Scotland are urging hill-goers to make sure they are prepared for all eventualities, after a recent series of mountain rescue incidents in the Highlands.

Two Northumberland rescuers receive awards from county's High Sheriff

Two members of the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team have been honoured for their selfless devotion to the team and the local community.

Ramblers welcome decision to scrap cut-off date for recording 'lost' paths

Campaigning charity the Ramblers has welcomed news the government has scrapped plans for a cut-off date for recording ‘lost’ historic paths in England.

Welsh Three Peaks walkers rescued after getting lost on Cadair Idris

Two walkers attempting the Welsh Three Peaks were rescued after getting lost on Cadair Idris. The pair called for help when they become disoriented...

Penrith rescue team called to far reaches of its area in three incidents

A Cumbrian rescue team was called out to the far reaches of its area over the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Lakeland walker's map problems after losing glasses lead to rescue callout

A walker was rescued from a Lake District fell after getting into difficulties when he lost his glasses.

Ed Jackson, the 'lucky' quadriplegic who discovered alpine mountaineering

Four years ago, Ed Jackson's rugby career ended with an ill judged dive into a swimming pool and a broken spine; here's how he came to be on two alpine summits with top climber Leo Houlding.

Scots mountain experts launch campaign to provide free reliable winter advice

Mountain experts in Scotland have launched a campaign to provide reliable information to outdoor enthusiasts heading for the hills.

Lost Scafell Pike walkers found sheltering in stretcher box

Two walkers were found sheltering in a mountain rescue stretcher box after prompting a search on England’s highest mountain.

Walker suffers leg injury after slipping and rolling down Lakeland fell

A walker was stretchered from a Lake District fell after injuring her leg. Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team, which went to the woman’s aid, said s...

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