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A regulation too far?

Posted 2 March 2012
The Mountaineering Council of Scotland has come out in firm opposition against possible plans for a licensing scheme for voluntary outdoor groups proposed by the Scottish government.

Climbers receive nesting advice

Posted 1 March 2012
Rock climbers have been reminded that restrictions come in to force from today (March 1st) because of the nesting season, meaning some crags are off-limits.

Volunteers sought for climbing site clear-up

Posted 14 February 2012
The British Mountaineering Council is seeking volunteers to help clear up litter at a popular climbing site in Gloucestershire.

Cairngorms ski-mountaineer gains mountain award

Posted 10 February 2012
An expert on the Cairngorms is to receive an award for his contribution to the area's culture and public understanding.

Pair survive Glencoe avalanche

Posted 7 February 2012
A pair of climbers have survived an avalanche that caused them to fall 1,000 ft down a Scottish mountain gully.

Outdoor lovers quizzed on wilderness

Posted 3 February 2012
A poll is being carried out to establish the views of those living in Scotland on the issue of what constitutes 'wilderness'.

Avalanche warning for Scottish mountains

Posted 25 January 2012
Walkers and climbers have been warned that avalanche risks have increased in the highlands, particularly in westerly areas.

Mountaineer's archive collection goes public

Posted 24 January 2012
A collection of papers belonging to mountaineer Sir Chris Bonington are to be made available to the public.

National Park rangers receive new grants

Posted 23 January 2012
The Cairngorms National Park Authority has agreed a new funding package for its ranger service.

YHA in refurbishment deal

Posted 18 January 2012
The Youth Hostels Association has acquired funding that will lead to a range of improvements in its facilities across England and Wales.

Ben Nevis hut repaired

Posted 16 January 2012
A famous mountain hut in Scotland has been repaired after recent storm damage.

Ticket offer made for Outdoors Show

Posted 5 January 2012
Outdoor fans who are British Mountaineering Council members have been offered discount tickets for this month's Outdoors Show in London.

MP group 'could make Lake District more democratic'

Posted 21 December 2011
Ordinary people may find they can influence Lake District National Park Authority decisions through the influence of a new grand committee of Cumbrian MPs.

Mountain Rescue group gains police cash

Posted 19 December 2011
A rescue organisation has had an equipment boost after receiving a donation from the police of seized criminal cash.

Roaches lease decision 'the best choice'

Posted 29 November 2011
The decision to hand control of the Roaches in Staffordshire to the county's wildlife trust is the best one to secure its future and public access, the Peak District National Park authority has said.

New climbing wall praised

Posted 28 November 2011
The British Mountaineering Council has praised the new faclities on offer at a climbing wall in the Welsh town of Harlech.

Group aims to encourage lads to be out in the outdoors

Posted 24 November 2011
A group aimed at getting the gay community out into the countryside has announced a series of events over the winter period.

Go Outdoors activity site to champion outdoor activities

Posted 23 November 2011
Go Outdoors is launching a new website for outdoor lovers looking for adventure, offering thousands of things to do and places to stay.

Mountain festival to offer wintersports special evening

Posted 17 November 2011
An evening of wintersports films will be one of the highlights of the Kendal Mountain Festival, which starts today (November 17th).