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On test: winter waterproof jackets reviewed

We've been busy out on the hill in the worst that the UK climate can throw at us to evaluate nine waterproof jackets.

Glen Nevis road to be closed for four days to allow filming

The road along Glen Nevis will be closed at the end of February to allow a film crew to operate in the area.

Presents in mind? Here’s the grough guide to outdoor festive stocking fillers

Looking to treat your favourite outdoors enthusiast for Christmas? Here are a few ideas...

Luxury £15,000 trail-run organisers accused of damaging Arran mountain

Organisers of a ‘luxury’ ultrarunning event in Scotland have been widely criticised for marking parts of the course with yellow paint.

Pressure grows on rail bosses to reopen Dalwhinnie crossing as MSPs join campaign

Pressure is growing on railway bosses to reopen a crossing used by outdoor enthusiasts to access Highland mountains and lochs.

Endurance walker James Forrest claims record for National Three Peaks challenge

An adventurer has claimed a new record for the ascent of the National Three Peaks. James Forrest summited Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, walk...

Rescuers issue advice after lost walkers call for help from Fisherfield peak

Rescuers in the Highlands stressed the need for groups to stay together on the hills, after three walkers reported themselves lost.

Scottish trails get accessibility upgrade as more enjoy outdoors during pandemic

Some of Scotland’s most popular paths are being made more accessible as increasing numbers of people make use of the great outdoors during the coronavirus pandemic.

Walker stuck on An Teallach rescued in nine-hour night operation

A walker stuck on a mountain ridge in the north-west Highlands was rescued in an operation lasting almost nine hours.

North York Moors go on fire alert as dry spell continues

National park bosses in the North York Moors are urging visitors to be vigilant as the risk of wildfires increases.

New bothy opens on Mar Lodge Estate in southern Cairngorms

A new bothy has opened in the southern Cairngorms after volunteers completed renovations on the building.

Walkers and injured dog Cooper rescued from Fisherfield mountainside

Two walkers and their dog were rescued from a mountainside in the Highlands after getting into difficulties.

Karen Darke and Kirsty Muir win Scottish mountain excellence awards

Inspirational athlete and adventurer Karen Darke has received a top mountain award. The Inverness-based Paralympian has been named as the 15th reci...

Anna Taylor completes self-powered Classic Rock round, climbing's 'Wainwrights' challenge

A rising star of climbing has completed a self-powered round of all the Classic Rock routes. Anna Taylor cycled 2,400km reaching the climbs, and as...

Network Rail accused of high-handed act in locking Ben Alder walkers' crossing

A walkers’ charity has accused a rail authority of acting in a high-handed manner after it padlocked a level crossing used by walkers to reach popular hills in the Highlands.

Dave Morris and Mikayla Parton honoured in Fort William fesitval awards

A long-time campaigner for outdoors rights has been recognised for his work. Former Ramblers Scotland director Dave Morris has received the Scottis...