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Writer's workshops will take in walks to Pennine landmarks

A keen walker and runner will run a series of writing workshops that incorporate walks to landmarks in the South Pennines.

Ben Cruachan is revealed as mountain marathon venue

The venue for a mountain marathon was revealed to competitors today, just two days before the event takes place.

Military exercises will put GPS units out of action

Outdoor enthusiasts are being warned their Global Positioning System receivers may be affected by military jamming exercises.

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...

Exhausted ten-stone bulldog provides challenge for mountain rescuers

A mountain rescue team was faced with a difficult casualty when it was called to help walkers on a Lakeland route.

A chill wind blows Fellsman off course in eventful 50th challenge

Jez Bragg celebrated a tough victory in the 60-mile event, but on the dark hills of the Dales, many faced bigger challenges.

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...

Kate urges gathering to 'keep Kinder torch aflame'

The new president of the Ramblers said the spirit of the Kinder Scout Mass Trespassers must be kept alive in the face of mounting challenges to the right to access the countryside.

Walker's whistles help guide rescue team

A rescue team stressed the importance of carrying basic kit after a lost walker was found by following blasts from his whistle.

Grid reference signs bid to help lost Snowdon walkers

A trial on Wales’s highest mountain to help disoriented walkers may lead to fewer calls for help. Small plaques bearing grid references have been...

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.

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.

Access group welcomes Government plans to update 'lost' paths on maps

Access campaigners welcomed coalition Government moves to speed up the process of registering ‘lost’ footpaths and other rights of way.

Three new long-distance routes boost Scotland's trail tally

Scotland has three new long-distance leisure routes, bringing its tally of trails to 23. The Great Glen Canoe Trail will allow paddlers to travel b...

Jeremy Clarkson loses human-rights case over Manx footpath

Walkers on the Isle of Man have won a rights of way victory over Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson. Mr Clarkson and his wife Frances argued that a...