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Wild camping on Dartmoor will continue after agreement reached with landowners
Dartmoor National Park Authority said people will continue to be able to wild camp in certain areas, after it reached an agreement with landowners’ representatives.
Ramblers Scotland videos on respecting outdoors viewed more than ½m times
A series of light-hearted short videos aimed at responsible use of the outdoors has seen more than half a million views in its first month.
Mountain Training organisation pitches new Camping Leader qualification
The organisation behind schemes such as the Mountain Leader has introduced a new Camping Leader qualification.
Last-minute Christmas gifts guide: stocking fillers for the outdoor enthusiast
Christmas is fast approaching and we've been out trying some great items to help you choose festive gifts for the outdoors enthusiast in your life.
Rescuers' plea to check weather reports after wind flattens wild campers' tent
Rescuers urged hillgoers to check weather reports after two people got into difficulties while wild camping in the Lake District.
Social media query prompts pair's gruelling straight-line walk across Cairngorms
An expert’s answer to a geographical social media query prompted what turned out to be a gruelling Highland expedition for a pair of adventurers.
Visitors urged to enjoy outdoors responsibly as Scotland readies for heatwave
Authorities in Scotland are urging the public to respect the outdoors environment as the nation readies itself for an expected weekend heatwave.
Social media star Jarad Rowan learns wild camping rules in Ramblers Scotland video
Walking charity Ramblers Scotland has enlisted a young social media star to encourage responsible wild camping.
Yorkshire Dales businesses prepare to welcome back visitors as lockdown eases
Businesses in the Yorkshire Dales are looking forward to welcoming visitors when Covid-19 restrictions are eased on Monday.
Public loses right to wild camp on Dartmoor after High Court judge backs landowner
A Dartmoor landowner has won a High Court case which challenged the right to wild camp in the national park.
Outdoor firms Terra Nova and Lyon Equipment hand ownership to workers
Two major outdoors companies have transferred their ownership to their workers. Terra Nova Equipment and Lyon Equipment have both formed employee o...
Helvellyn campers call for help after high winds flatten tent
Two people wild camping on Helvellyn called for help after severe weather made their night a little wilder than expected.
Climate change puts Scotland's coastal wild camps at risk, say researchers
Some of Scotland’s best coastal wild camping areas could disappear because of increased coastal erosion, research suggests.
Dartmoor campaigner urges outdoor fans to resist plans to restrict wild camping
A veteran campaigner is urging people to join him in resisting proposals to restrict wild camping on Dartmoor.
On test: Unibank powerbank reviewed
A powerbank that allows you to add charge via a pull cord, but its bulk and weight are a drawback...
On test: 30-45 litre rucksacks reviewed
Eight packs with different designs and a variety of sizes put to the test to help you decide which is best for you.
Snowdonia bosses prepare for problems caused by influx of bank holiday visitors
Authorities in Snowdonia are urging visitors to plan ahead as they anticipate an influx of people over the bank holiday weekend.
Ex-sports manager Paul Davies appointed chief of British Mountaineering Council
A former manager of England Netball and British Wheelchair Basketball has been appointed chief executive of the British Mountaineering Council.