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Yorkshire Three Peaks trio call for rescue 'somewhere on 11-mile route'

Rescuers were called out to search for three walkers who got lost as darkness fell while attempting a challenge walk.

The great outdoors in 2013: our look back at the events of the year

'Sheepwrecked fells', a porcupine, octupus and bottled vole: the outdoors can be a surprising place...

Shouts for help prompt Tryfan rescuers' callout

Mountain rescuers were called out twice to a Snowdonia mountain after climbers and scramblers got into difficulties.

Met Office: check updates as 80mph winds and minus 10 chill loom

Weather forecasters have issued updated warnings about the impending storm expected to hit southern Britain on Sunday night and into Monday morning.

Rescue team seeks challenge walkers to help raise cash to buy HQ

A mountain rescue team is looking for determined walkers to step out to help it raise cash to buy its new base.

Eight outdoors groups plead with Scots politicians to protect wild land

Eight leading bodies, including those representing outdoor enthusiasts, have called on the Scottish Government to increase protection for wild land.

Blea Tarn walker flown to hospital after ankle injury

A walker was airlifted from a Lakeland fell after slipping and injuring his ankle. The 84-year-old was with a group of friends in the Blea Tarn are...

Mountaineers call to reject 'irresponsible' Stronelairg windfarm plans

Mountaineers are calling on councillors to reject plans for a windfarm in the Highlands which they said is irresponsible.

Throw out Stronelairg windfarm proposal, mountaineers tell planners

Mountaineers are calling on planners to throw out a controversial proposal to build 83 wind turbines in a wild area of the Highlands.

Lakeland forest paths will close on Saturday for Malcolm Wilson Rally

Outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful outing in the Lake District are being warned to steer clear of three forests this weekend.

Scottish hilltracks are 'vandalism', campaign group says

Scotland’s hills are being subjected to environmental vandalism as tracks are gouged across the nation’s uplands, campaigners said.

On test: Asolo Reston WP boots

Innovative anatomical design makes for comfortable boots suited to less technical routes...

Walker Brian Couzins completes seven-year Peak District marathon

A determined rambler braved swarms of bees and animal traps to walk into the record books and complete an epic seven-year journey in the Peak District.

Four national parks get £17m as part of Government plans to boost cycling

Four English national parks will get a £16.8m boost to encourage cycling under measures announced by the UK Government.

Walkers urged to turn detective for Scottish hilltracks campaign

Outdoors campaigners are recruiting the public to turn detective and reveal examples of ugly tracks on the Scottish mountains.

Mountaineers' shock at Sallachy and Glencassley windfarm plans

Mountaineers have expressed their shock at the prospect of two new windfarms being built in one of Scotland’s national scenic areas.

Jess the collie's radio message is plea to walkers to clean up after their dog

A four-legged expert is taking to the airwaves to encourage dog owners to clean up after their animals in the Scottish countryside.

Smartphone software helps find lost Glentress walker after major search

A walker lost in a forest was found by mountain rescuers using specialised smartphone tracking software.

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