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Rescue teams free scores of trapped motorists as blizzards hit Cumbria

Mountain rescuers were called out to help motorists and residents in Cumbria as blizzards swept the West of the county.

Plea to Snowdon walkers after mother and son rescued in 70mph winds

A woman and her son suffering from hypothermia were airlifted from Wales’s highest mountain after losing their way.

Campaigners urge Lords to throw out 'spiteful' greens amendment

Campaigners are urging Peers to throw out a Government attempt to rush in measures that could stymie new village greens.

Floating flags will aid Pennine Way walkers in Northumberland Cheviots

Parts of the northernmost section of Britain’s first national trail will be on a firmer footing after work to repair the route.

Campaigner Kate Ashbrook blasts plans to curtail open-space rights

A leading outdoors campaigner said coalition Government proposals will do away with ancient rights used to guarantee public use of open spaces.

William Currie named as third Cairngorms avalanche victim

Police have named the young mountaineer who died in last Thursday’s avalanche in the Chalamain Gap.

Third Cairngorms avalanche victim dies in hospital

A third person who was avalanched in the Cairngorms has died in hospital. Police said the man died from his injuries in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary...

Wainwright journalist Eric Robson will star at first Cumbria Fell Fest

A mini mountain festival will raise cash for mountain rescuers and an air ambulance service. The Cumbria Fell Fest will take place in April and fea...

Government sets up new body for England's forests as sell-off abandoned

The coalition Government has announced it has finally abandoned plans to sell off England’s public forests and woodland.

Honour for Royal Navy pilot in daring rescue of stricken Ben Sgulaird walker

A rescue helicopter commander has been honoured for his grit, determination and courage during a flight to rescue an injured man on a Highland mountain.

Mountain rescuers' warning to walkers as hills remain in grip of winter

Rescuers are appealing to walkers to take extra care as wintry conditions and unseasonably cold temperatures continue despite the official start of spring.

Two Snowdonia climbers airlifted after spending night in freezing conditions

Two climbers were rescued after spending the night on a Snowdonia mountain. The women were airlifted from Glyder Fawr after spending the night in f...

Snowdonia walker rescued after major 12-hour night operation

Rescuers in Snowdonia were involved in a mammoth 12-hour overnight operation to find a stranded walker and bring him to safety.

Pair in jeans and trainers airlifted from Snowdon after getting stuck on ice

A man wearing trainers was one of two who were airlifted from the icy slopes of Wales’s highest mountain after getting stuck.

Eider's Whymper jacket offers top-notch Polartec comfort – at a price

Polartec NeoShell and Alpha materials feature in this top-of-the range jacket, with a tag to match...

Minister praises national trails but Ramblers voice concerns for future

A coalition Government minister has praised England’s long-distance footpaths, saying they are important for the economy of the areas they pass through.