Government splits contract for Coastguard search and rescue helicopters

The coalition Government has confirmed that the company operating the Coastguard’s search and rescue helicopters will lose the contract for half the services.

Airlifted 19-year-old walker dies from injuries

A walker who was airlifted to hospital has died from his injuries. Craig Cathie, 19, fell between 6m and 9m (20ft and 30ft) yesterday while walking...

Official New Year go-ahead for walkers' safety beacons

Outdoor enthusiasts will be able to use a radio safety device legally for the first time in the New Year.

Coasteerers 'advised' after instructor forced to swim to boat for help

A group on a coasteering trip was given safety advice after being rescued by a lifeboat crew. The instructor with the group of eight had to swim to...

Climbers rescued after series of incidents

A climber was airlifted to hospital after a fall on one of the Peak District’s most popular crags. The man fell about 3m (10 feet) from a route o...

Walkers caught out as perigee Moon causes high tides

Coastguards have pleaded with walkers to check tide times after a spate of rescues as people were cut off by high spring tides.

Search for Nevis walker missing overnight called off

A major search for a walker missing for 24 hours on Britain’s highest mountain has been suspended. Three mountain rescue teams and search and res...

Upturned kayaks lead to Lake District search

Mountain rescuers launched a search for missing paddlers in the Lake District after two upturned kayaks were found.

Comfort for Ullswater death man who 'died in place he loved'

The family of the man who died on Ullswater has thanked rescuers for their efforts. Mark Bryant was described by his partner as ‘a loving and car...