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National parks tragedies: Two hikers die in separate falls in the Lake District and the Peak District

By Alex Foxfield published

In separate incidents, two hikers have died in England's national parks while exploring areas notorious for their scrambling terrain

Hiking

Ultra-runner summits 214 peaks in eight days to claim coveted Wainwrights challenge crown

By Will Symons published

51-year-old Tom Hollins covered more than 300 miles of rugged Lake District terrain to set the astonishing self-supported record

Climbing & Mountaineering
what is a Wainwright?: Alex on Fairfield

What is a Wainwright? A quick guide to the famous Lake District fells

By Julia Clarke last updated

What is a Wainwright? We explain this ubiquitous term in English hillwalking, and offer some advice for your fell bagging exploits

Travel