With bank holiday weekend just around the corner, were you thinking of going walking but not 100% certain, well after reading this that’s your plans sorted. Or more specifically the Scottish hills. A charity wants you to head to the hills before the end of May. Mountain Aid, wants all 222 of the nations Corbett’s …
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A new BBC series is start next Saturday 18th May, looking at some of the hidden gems within Yorkshire. Paul Rose the explorer and presenter is highlighting The Yorkshire Dales in this short three part series. Paul has done similar shows in the past about the Pennine Way, Lake District and the Yorkshire Wolds Way. …
North Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team got a call yesterday afternoon for a male with a broken leg. Not that uncommon a call out for the team. What was a surprise was that he broke his leg the night before while wild camping just east of Great Nodden. He had managed to get himself back …
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I am not sure what makes them so magical, but waterfalls are just a draw for everyone young and old. Whether you want just the perfect Instagram photo or fancy a swim we have found 6 of the best in the UK. Please read our water safety guide before you enter the water. Not all …
Whenever I tell people I am going to climb at moment at the weekend they always assume its one of the Famous Three Peaks, Ben Nevis, Snowdon or Scafell Pike and while these are three great mountains to climb – there are so many other wonderful mountains that make up the UK. In fact, did …
A camper in Snowdonia mountain range called mountain rescuers requesting help after one of his tent poles broke. He called on Tuesday from the Summit of Glyder Fach, where he was wild camping. Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation was alerted about 12.45am. A team spokesperson said: “He was contacted by a team leader who confirmed …
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Bag A munro – that is the challenge your being invited to take part in to celebrate 100 years since the death of the man who gave his name to the 3,000 ft+ mountains. Are you up for the challenge. Whether you are a hill walker, climber or fell runner – the challenge is simple, …
Outdoor enthusiasts are being advised to check the weather information before venturing out. Mountain experts from Scotland have issued the warning for the Highlands, but the advice applies everywhere – knowing the weather forecasts allows you to plan and take the right gear. Mountaineering Scotland said, that hikers and other people heading to the area …
Many popular routes in the Yorkshire Dales have been left flooded after heavy rain. Don’t attempt the Yorkshire Three Peaks is the simple message from the Cave Rescue Organisation. A section of the 39km (24-mile) route between Pen-y-ghent and Ribblehead is under water. Check out the below video from their Facebook page which shows the …
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This has been updated with the latest recommendations. The origianl press release which we have left below, has been misquoted, even by myself. However there recommednation is to check the weather, make sure you have the right gear and stay safe. In these conditions, it can be a lot more dangerous, especially with reduced visibility, …
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