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On test: Zamberlan Salathé Trek GTX boots reviewed
These Italian-made boots are a good all-rounder for UK hillwalking...
The Pennine Way: my route at 66
Last year I decided to celebrate qualifying for the state pension by tackling another oldie: Britain's first national trail.
Explorer Scout Ben Leonard was unlawfully killed in Great Orme fall, jury finds
An Explorer Scout who fell to his death in north Wales was unlawfully killed, an inquest jury found. Neglect by the Scout Association also contribu...
Police seek information after red kites shot in North York Moors
Police in the North York Moors are appealing for information after a red kite was shot. They are linking the incident with another shooting of a re...
On test: Danner Mountain 600 boots reviewed
They have a cool retro feel, but how did these boots from the USA-based footwear makers perform on Britain's hills and moorland?.
Wainwright's 'unofficial' Coast to Coast Walk to gain national-trail status
The Coast to Coast Walk devised 50 years ago by author Alfred Wainwright is to gain national-trail status.
Moorland wildfire released emissions equivalent to small town's carbon footprint
Experts have revealed a moorland wildfire released emissions equivalent to the carbon footprint of a small town.
Mountain Training organisation pitches new Camping Leader qualification
The organisation behind schemes such as the Mountain Leader has introduced a new Camping Leader qualification.
On test: three- to four-season walking boots reviewed
Designing a boot that can be used throughout the year in all but the most severe winter conditions isn’t easy; we tested six pairs to see if they fulfilled the task.
On test: Danner Mountain 600 Leaf GTX boots reviewed
Danner's addition to its Mountain 600 range offers good comfort on the trail...
On test: Adidas Terrex Free Hiker 2.0 Gore-Tex boots reviewed
Terrex's lightweight boot proved comfortable over extensive trail walking...
On test: trail-walking shoes reviewed
Eight pairs of walking shoes, suitable for use on the UK's trails, evaluated over extensive testing...
Warning to outdoor enthusiasts after tick-borne virus found in England
Health experts have warned that a new virus carried by ticks has been found in England. The UK Health Security Agency said the risk to the general ...
On test: lightweight walking boots reviewed
The return of more typical UK weather after an unprecedented dry spell enabled us to complete our evaluation of 11 pairs of lightweight boots in the British countryside and hills.
On test: Danner Trail 2650 Campo GTX shoes reviewed
Danner's trail shoes feel as light as running shoes but are ideal for trail walking...
Ross Maloney joins the Ramblers as new chief executive
Campaigning charity the Ramblers has appointed Ross Maloney as its new chief executive. Mr Maloney joins the walkers’ organisation from the Scout...
Outdoor and adventure bodies pledge to work to increase diversity
A group of eight outdoors and adventure bodies said they need to work to improve the diversity of people taking part in activities.
South Pennines Park inspires movement for Muslim women to explore great outdoors
A woman who was inspired to discover the great outdoors by the moorland around her home town is encouraging fellow women from the Muslim community to enjoy the countryside.