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Trust plans to re-open Scottish countryside sites but reveals 400 jobs at risk

The National Trust for Scotland is preparing to re-open some of its properties as the Scottish Government continues its easing of lockdown.

Lakeland teams warn: be prepared for longer wait for rescue during Covid-19 crisis

Rescuers in the Lake District are warning the public it will take longer to reach them if they need help during the coronavirus crisis.

Ingleborough Hall steps into the stretch zone for outdoor learning during lockdown

Staff at a Yorkshire Dales outdoor education centre have had to step outside their comfort zone as the Covid-19 lockdown completely changes their approach to outdoor learning.

Northumberland rescuers mount overnight vigil after Simonside wildfires

Mountain rescue volunteers spent the night on a Northumberland hill mounting a watch for wildfires. The vigil followed a blaze on Simonside, near R...

Welsh groups warn Covid-19 measures risk 'stigmatising' outdoor fans

A group of outdoor organisations has called on the Welsh Government to issue advice on taking outdoor exercise, as those making safe use of paths and green spaces risk becoming stigmatised.

Group rescued in 11-hour operation after getting stranded on Tryfan

A group stranded on a Snowdonia mountain was rescued in a night-time operation lasting more than 11 hours.

Lochaber rescuers respond to 'charge them' demands: be careful what you ask for

Mountain rescuers have warned social media commentators to beware of what they wish for, after several posts saying four Ben Nevis walkers should be charged for their rescue.

'Extremely lucky' walkers rescued from icy Ben Nevis in blizzard

A group of walkers caught out in ‘horrendous’ weather on Britain’s highest mountain were extremely lucky to survive, rescuers said.

Four callouts over Christmas period for Cockermouth rescuers

Volunteers from Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team were kept busy over the Christmas period, responding to four incidents on the Lake District fells.

Peak District rescuers plead with public to plan properly as callouts rise 360 per cent

Volunteer rescuers in the Peak District have appealed to those heading to the countryside to plan and prepare for their outings, after the number of callouts more than tripled.

Free grough route mapping and planning service continues during Covid-19 crisis

We’re happy to announce we’re continuing our free online mapping and route planning service, launched in response to the coronavirus crisis.

We've made grough route free to help you plan your local walk during Covid-19 crisis

Grough is today launching a special, free Covid version of its online mapping and route planning system grough route.

Instructor Mark Reid takes heads online with course as Covid-19 shuts outdoors

Outdoors instructor Mark Reid has taken his courses online as much of the countryside remains off limits for visitors.

Outdoor bodies say: stay close to home to walk or ride

A group of major outdoor organisations in the UK has echoed the Prime Minister’s advice for the public to exercise close to home.

Rescuers in major day-long search after Tomas Gafrik reported missing on Ben Nevis

A major search involving 39 mountain rescuers has been underway all day for a man who has gone missing on Britain’s highest mountain.

Don't Lose Your Way: Ramblers recruit citizen geographers to save paths at risk

The Ramblers have begun a quest to find an army of citizen geographers to find lost rights of way as a deadline approaches.

Rescuers' 'adventure smart' plea after Ingleborough walkers get lost in dark

Rescuers have pleaded with walkers to be ‘adventure smart’ after they went to the aid of two walkers who got lost in the dark in the Yorkshire Dales.

Injured walker's poetry helps keep up rescuers' spirits during stretcher carry

An injured walker kept up rescuers’ spirits by regaling them with poetry and literary recitals as he was stretchered from a Lakeland fell.

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