Following the tragic news of fatalities resulting from an avalanche on Ben Nevis this week, mountain safety experts have issued a reminder to walkers, climbers and backcountry skiers that their enthusiasm should always be tempered by close attention to avalanche and weather forecasts.
Chris Nicholson, who has pushed his way to the top of Snowdon in his wheelchair, has joined event organisers OMM to setup the first ever able bodied & disabled inclusive trail race in the UK at Cannock Chase on the 6th May.
Many outdoor enthusiasts were dismayed to hear of the recent approval of seven hydro-electricity schemes in Glen Etive. With Highland Council due to meet soon to reconsider three of the schemes, Richard Baynes takes a look at the arguments
A fascinating new piece of research released today, on International Women’s Day, reveals the huge positive impact of adventurous activity outdoors on the lives of women in the UK and around the world.
Path repair work got underway on Yorkshire’s highest peak this week, funded through money raised in the BMC’s Mend our Mountains: Make one Million appeal.
A dramatic image of Snowdon taken by an amateur photographer from Cheltenham has been selected as the new cover for Ordnance Survey’s best-selling paper map.
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Intricate pieces of art that tell the story of the history, wildlife and people of heathlands have been designed for an educational trail in the South Downs National Park. Inspired by stories from communities and drawing upon sources such as…
70 years after an Act of Parliament was passed creating National Parks in the UK, five of the original campaigning organisations have come together once again, pledging to protect and preserve the Parks for future generations and make access for…
The atmosphere of an Alpine climbing village paired with the best mountain scenery in North Wales – what's not to like?
Mikey Kay spent three years making a documentary about his autistic older brother and their ambitious trips out together in the Welsh mountains. Emily Rodway spoke to Mikey to find out more about the film and the family whose story…
As spring approaches and lighter days come back into our lives, it’s an opportunity to stay outdoors for longer.
This week’s top reads from our Blogger Network: the other Welsh Carneddau, Warnscale Head bothy and Hay Stacks, recovering from an injury, and is backpacking sustainable?
Coul Links plan could damage the landscape and access rights, say charities.
Our review of Quest into the Unknown, an exciting new book on climbing, trekking and exploration by Tony Howard – plus a revealing interview with Di Taylor.
