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Bidean nam Bian and Stob Coire Sgreamhach from Glencoe
A grand day out in fine mountain scenery takes in two munros and one munro top from this imposing Highland glen.
Wainwright manuscript and maps go under the hammer
An original manuscript notebook produced by Lakeland fellwalking author Alfred Wainwright goes under the hammer later this month.
Green award for mapping agency's new headquarters
The head office of Britain’s national mapping agency has been recognised as one of the most sustainable in the country.
Tube-style munro map will help rescuers and John Muir Trust
An ex-geography teacher has produced a unique new map of Scotland’s 3,000ft mountains. Peter Burgess’s innovative MunrOverground is a represent...
Ordnance Survey aerial camera unit moves to new base
Britain’s national mapping agency has set up its aerial photography unit at a new site. Ordnance Survey’s flying unit, which produces the photo...
Adventurers sought for second mountain rescue team challenge
A mountain rescue team has thrown down the gauntlet to adventurous outdoors fans who fancy finding their way round a forest on foot and on a bike.
The great outdoors in 2011: the year in view
Our customary look-back at the past year provides a mix of triumph and controversy; tragedy and humour, with a few heroic acts.
Winter sunshine guides offer escape from autumn gloom
As autumnal gloom and early darkness envelop Britain, and the Met Office dashes hopes of widespread early snowfall, walkers could be forgiven for letting their thoughts wander to sunnier destinations.
Tweeting surveyors give insight into Ordnance Survey work
Surveyors from Britain’s national mapping agency are putting themselves on the map, with the help of microblogging network Twitter.
Wainwright notes will go on display after auction success for fans
Unique notes by Lakeland author Alfred Wainwright will go on show to the public after aficionados of the late guidebook creator helped secure them in an auction today.
Supporters' club takes control of long-distance Wainwright route
A new supporters’ club has been formed to promote a long-distance route first walked by Lakeland author Alfred Wainwright 74 years ago.
Pennine Bridleway and Chamonix feature in new guidebooks
Mountain bikers have a new guide to one of the country’s newest national trails. Outdoor guidebook specialist Cicerone’s Cycling the Pennine Br...
Pennine website has more than 200 walking and cycling routes
Walkers and cyclists heading for the Pennine hills are being offered a choice of more than 200 routes set up on a website supported by a rural regeneration agency.
Wainwright fans hand over Pennine Journey route to new club
Aficionados of the late Alfred Wainwright have passed on responsibility for a route following his first long-distance walk to a new group.
Runners tackle Peak District's three highest hills for mountain rescuers
Hardy fellrunners took to the Peak District hills to help raise cash for a mountain rescue team. The inaugural Trigger event was run in cold clear ...
Last-minute stocking fillers for outdoors fans
Looking for a last-minute gift for the outdoor enthusiast in your life? We have a few pointers to stocking fillers for outdoor fans...
The UK's County Tops, by Jonny Muir
Fancy a varied walking challenge? Jonny Muir guides you to the top of the UK's 91 county high points, with some surprising finds...
Duke gets first-hand view during Ordnance Survey opening visit
The Duke of Edinburgh got a first-hand view of how Britain’s national mapping agency operates when he officially opened its new headquarters.