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'Step off the paths and erode idea of trespass', ex-Ramblers boss tells Kinder crowd

A former Ramblers boss urged outdoor enthusiasts to start stepping off rights of way in a quest to erode the concept of trespass.

Walkers prepare to celebrate Pennine Way's 50th anniversary this weekend

Walkers will gather this weekend to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Britain’s first long-distance national trail.

Scouts announce TV adventurer Bear Grylls reappointed as chief

Television adventurer Bear Grylls has been appointed head of the UK’s Scouting movement for a further three years.

Walker stretchered from Kinder Scout after slip leads to ankle injury

A walker suffered a suspected broken ankle on a Peak District hill. Edale and Buxton Mountain Rescue Teams were called out shortly after 1.30pm whe...

Rescuers praise Kinder Scout walkers' skills after one suffers ankle injury

A group of Peak District walkers was praised by rescuers for its skills in guiding them accurately to its position after one of them suffered an ankle injury.

Have the right skills and kit, plead Edale rescuers after callouts more than double

A mountain rescue team has appealed to walkers to be properly prepared when heading for the Peak District’s hills.

Rescuers return to their beds as lost Kinder Scout walker finds his way

Rescuers were saved a major search on the Peak District’s highest hill when a lost walker managed to find his own way to safety.

Rescuer appeals for help after keys lost during Kinder Scout search

A rescuer is appealing to walkers who might find a set of keys on the Peak District’s highest hill to get in touch.

Eiger North Face speed climber Ueli Steck joins Kendal festival trail-run

Fancy pitting yourself against the man who holds the world record for the fastest ascent of the imposing North Face of the Eiger.

Adam Perry posts third Fellsman win as Jasmin Paris sets new women's record

Three wins a row for Adam Perry, who finished at the head of a field of more than 300 entrants in the gruelling 60-mile Yorkshire Dales challenge.

Coniston rescuer Lee Harris will scale height of Everest to raise cash for team

A mountain rescuer will climb the height of Everest on his local peak to raise funds for his team. Coniston Mountain Rescue Team member Lee Harris ...

Scientists reveal plan to cover Kinder Scout in green slime

Conservationists plan to cover parts of the Peak District’s highest hill in green slime. Walkers have been warned to expect scenes reminiscent of...

Brunton TruArc compass deal will help Scouts find their way

The Scout Association has signed a deal with Brunton to make the TruArc its official compass...

Pull on your boots and hit the trail to celebrate the Pennine Way's 50th anniversary

The UK’s oldest national trail hits its 50th birthday this year, and tourism bosses are urging walkers to celebrate the anniversary by pulling on their boots and visiting the route.