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Duke gets first-hand view during Ordnance Survey opening visit
The Duke of Edinburgh got a first-hand view of how Britain’s national mapping agency operates when he officially opened its new headquarters.
Hill-baggers' list celebrates 10 years of peak accuracy
What drives a walker to gird his or her loins and huff and puff up the mountains and hills of Great Britain.
Vince Cable's department takes Ordnance Survey under its wing
Control of Britain’s national mapping operation has been passed to the Department for Business Innovation and Skills.
Cross Fell and Great Dun Fell
Save your ascent of the highest hill in the Pennines for a clear day to enjoy superlative views....
Pen-y-ghent from Horton in Ribblesdale, via Plover Hill
Add a little interest to the ascent of Pen-y-ghent by taking in a visit to England's biggest hole and neighbouring Plover Hill.
Bleaklow from Longdendale
Pity poor Bleaklow. Few have a good word to say about this boggy hulk, glowering above the busy valley of Longdendale, itself a victim of human engine...
Ingleborough: the complete walking guide
It’s easy to see how the mistaken view was once formed that Ingleborough was England’s highest mountain.
Whernside: Yorkshire's highest point, with a hint of Cumbria
England’s biggest county can claim a few records, but when it comes to the heights of its hills, Yorkshire’s record books can be a little confusing.
Giant map adds to aerial photography project
Countryside lovers can now walk the length of Britain in just a few strides with the opening of a large-scale open-air Ordnance Survey map of the country.
Duke will open new Ordnance Survey headquarters
The Duke of Edinburgh will today officially open the new headquarters of Britain’s official mapping agency, 42 years since he and the Queen opened the Ordnance Survey’s previous head office.
Military will jam GPS signals next to long-distance routes
Walkers using GPS receivers are being warned of further military jamming exercises in the coming months.
Pendle Hill from Barley
Take a short, steep walk up the witches' hill for some great views from the peak that inspired the vision for a new religion.
Pen-y-ghent from Horton in Ribblesdale via the Pennine Way
Jon the crowds on the most popular route up Pen-y-ghent, one of Yorkshire's Three Peaks. Easy navigation makes this route easy to follow...
A hard day's night: dogged determination helps rescuers find their man
A walker is missing high on a Peak District mountain. It's a hard day's night for the men and women of the Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team as they searc...
App and map tie-up for Lakes tourism walking routes
The Lake District’s tourism body has teamed up with a leading smartphone mapping company to provide downloadable walking and cycling routes.
2010 in retrospect: join us in a look back at the outdoors year
As the year draws to a close, we take a look back at the events that have shaped the events in 2010. From tragedy to triumph, heartbreak to ecstasy, t...
'National trust for waterways' planned in quango shake-up
The organisation in control of more than 2,000 miles of canals and towpaths walks is to be turned into a ‘national trust’ for waterways.
Navigation advice on offer from Trust expert
Walkers are being offered the chance to learn how to navigate on the hills, with advice from an expert ranger.