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North Yorkshire Village Embraces the Night Sky with Innovative Dark Sky Project

In a pioneering move towards environmental conservation, the village of Hawnby in North Yorkshire has been designated as one of the first ‘dark skies friendly’ sites in England. This accolade comes as part of an ambitious project aimed at reducing […]

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Valentine’s Day Rescue: Edale Mountain Rescue Team Aids Injured Woman Near Peak Cavern

In a poignant Valentine’s Day operation, the Edale Mountain Rescue Team sprang into action to assist a woman in distress near the Peak Cavern, affectionately known as “The Devil’s Arse,” in the Peak District on Wednesday, 14th February. The incident,

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Derby Mountain Rescue Team Boosted by Generous Donation

In a significant boost to its life-saving capabilities, the Derby Mountain Rescue Team has been awarded a £2,500 grant from the Morrisons Foundation. This generous donation marks a pivotal moment for the team, enabling them to acquire a specialist lightweight

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Introduction of Parking Charges Marks the End of Free Parking Era at Fairholmes

In a significant change that has surprised many, the once free layby car parks near Fairholmes in the Derwent Valley in the Peak District have introduced parking charges, ending over a decade of free access. This move has left regular

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Dartmoor Search & Rescue Team Tavistock Aids Injured Walker on Brat Tor

In their seventh callout of 2024, the Dartmoor Search & Rescue Team Tavistock sprang into action at 17:32 yesterday to assist a lady walker who had suffered a lower leg injury after slipping on her descent from Brat Tor in

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Community Spirit Shines as Elderly Walker Rescued on Houndkirk Track

In a heartwarming display of community assistance and quick response, the Edale Mountain Rescue Team (EMRT) was called into action on Tuesday, 13th February 2024, to aid an elderly walker who had experienced a fall on the Houndkirk track in

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Edale Mountain Rescue Team Swiftly Aids Injured Walker at Parkin Clough

On Monday, 12th February 2024, the Edale Mountain Rescue Team (EMRT) was called into action following a request from Derbyshire Police to assist an injured walker near Parkin Clough, in the Peak District. Demonstrating their commitment to community safety and

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Community Effort Leads to Coastal Defence Boost with Christmas Tree Initiative in St Annes

In a remarkable display of environmental stewardship, the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, in partnership with Fylde Council and dedicated volunteers, is set to enhance the coastal defences of St Annes by planting hundreds of used Christmas trees in the sand dunes.

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Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team Announces Closing Date for Search & Rescue Member Applications

The Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team (Cleveland MRT) has issued a reminder that the application process for individuals wishing to join as Search & Rescue members is drawing to a close in the coming weeks. This call to action encourages those

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Cairngorm and Kirkby Stephen Mountain Rescue Teams Collaborate in Ice Slip Rescue

In a display of teamwork and swift action, the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team (CMRT) was called into action following an incident where a male sustained a lower leg injury due to a slip on ice. Before the CMRT’s arrival, the

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