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Ramblers launch 'virtual trespass' as Kinder anniversary approaches

Walkers’ campaigners are urging outdoor enthusiasts to take part in a ‘virtual trespass’ as the 80th anniversary of the Kinder Scout Mass Trespass approaches.

Kenton's Olympic Everest bid will be 'an emotional ride'

Kenton Cool flies out today on a quest to take an Olympic medal to the summit of Everest. We hear his thoughts on a tribute to 'amazing climbers'...

Red-tape plans 'put green spaces at risk'

Campaigners said that coalition Government plans to cut red tape threaten mediaeval green spaces. The Open Spaces Society expressed its concern tha...

Gold mine company claims platinum find near West Highland Way

The company reopening a gold mine in a Scottish national park says it has found traces of platinum at a site close by.

Children of jailed Kinder trespassers will help mark 80th anniversary

The children of two of the Kinder Scout Mass Trespassers who were jailed for their part in the incident will take part in the celebrations to mark the 80th anniversary of the event.

Photographer charts decay of Pennine Way farm building passed by thousands

A professional photographer will chart the decay of a ruined farmhouse high on the Yorkshire hills, which is passed by thousands of walkers on the Pennine Way.

Rescue team challenges walkers to complete 45-mile witch route

A mountain rescue team is challenging walkers to complete a 45-mile route to help it raise funds. Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team Pendle...

On test: Vaude Alpamayo softshell waterproof jacket

The Alpamayo features the new NeoShell fabric. We took the jacket for a walk or two to see how this top-of-the-range waterproof performed...

Outdoors groups say landowners' plans would hit access for walkers

Outdoor campaigners have accused the country landowners’ organisation of reneging on a two-year-old agreement to work together on rights of way.

Rescue dogs and handlers make the grade in Welsh test

Four specialist members of search and rescue teams passed their tests with flying colours during a weekend assessment in north Wales.

Ramblers to press panel for increased access during final visit of tour

Campaigners will press for increased access to woodland as a Government-appointed panel makes its final visit to an English region before it prepares its recommendations.

Broadcaster Maconie's follow-up book will chart his fellwanderings

A broadcaster, music presenter and journalist is following up his bestselling book with a collection of tales from his wanderings on the British fells.

Military exercises will zap GPS signals in three areas

Outdoor enthusiasts are being warned of a series of military jamming exercises that may put their GPS receivers temporarily out of action in the coming months.

How to be a Mountain Leader: we take the first faltering steps

How does an outdoors enthusiast become a Mountain Leader? We take the first steps towards competence in the hills...

No criminal charges over polar bear death of Eton student on Arctic trip

Authorities in Svalbard say no-one will be prosecuted over the death of a 17-year-old Eton College student who was attacked by a polar bear last year.

Peak fund grant will help create Kinder Trespass archive

A two-year project to create an archive of the Kinder Scout Mass Trespass has received a cash boost. The Peak District National Park Authority’s ...

Kayak tragedy city urges Government to keep adventure licensing

A councillor from the city which lost four teenagers in a kayaking tragedy has started an e-petition calling on the Government to halt the proposed abolition of statutory licensing for adventure activities.

Access fears as Ramblers condemn council land sell-off

The Ramblers have condemned the decision by a local authority to sell off parts of an area of outstanding natural beauty despite a 35,000-name petition against the move.