Peak District pioneer ranger Ken Drabble dies aged 79

A Peak District outdoors pioneer who helped set up mountain rescue in the national park has died. Ken Drabble, the park’s retired chief ranger, p...

Chris Townsend steps up to mountaineering council's ambassador post

An expert on Britain’s hills has been appointed an ‘ambassador’ to inspire existing and new walkers to pull on their boots and head for the high ground.

Plaque provides history for walkers visiting Top Withins on Pennine Way

A ruined farmhouse with literary connections high on the Pennine Way has a new information panel offering walkers a glimpse into its history.

Hypothermic walkers airlifted from Cheviots after getting lost in dark

Five walkers were rescued after getting lost in the dark on the Pennine Way and suffering early symptoms of hypothermia.

Pen-y-ghent from Foxup

For anyone fancying a longer walk up Pen-y-ghent, this 10-mile stroll from the end of Littondale provides a different approach to one of Yorkshire's Three Peaks.

Rescues for injured Yorkshire Three Peaks cyclo-cross riders and walker

Mountain rescuers were kept busy on the Yorkshire Three Peaks at the weekend treating injured cyclists and a walker.

Peak District planners give go-ahead to two campsites for outdoor fans

Planners in the Peak District have given permission for a campsite catering for climbers, walkers and cyclists near The Roaches.

Peak Park bosses seek views on planned motor ban on Leys Lane byway

Motor traffic could be banned from another Peak District byway under proposals by the national park authority.

Plea to take map and compass after walkers get lost on Cross Fell

Rescuers pleaded with walkers to take a map and compass when heading for the skills, along with the skills to use them.