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Scotland's Snowy Peaks See Surge in Avalanches and Stunning Winter Scenes

The Scottish Avalanche Information Service reports a significant rise in avalanches this season, with 294 recorded, alongside strong winds, heavy snowfall, and extended snowsports opportunities in Scotland's mountain regions.

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SAIS Lochaber The hut has a corrugated roof and walls. It is almost buried by snow. A ski life is visible in the gloom behind it.

72-Year-Old Amputee Travels 1,200 Miles Across UK Using Only Bus Pass

Barry Mackleston, a 72-year-old amputee from Greater Manchester, is traveling 1,200 miles across the UK by bus to raise funds for his local rugby club.

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Barry Mackleston Barry takes a selfie wearing dark sunglasses in front of a yellow stagecoach bus

Dad and Daughter Tackle 7,500-Mile Race Across Europe and Asia on BBC Show

Molly Clifford and her father Andrew undertook a 7,500-mile journey across Europe and Asia on BBC's Race Across The World, traveling without phones or flying. Their adventure tested their endurance, strengthened their bond, and fulfilled lifelong dreams.

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BBC/Studio Lambert two people looking at the camera - they are a bald man and a red-headed woman. Both are wearing big rucksacks

Sioned a Fin Rhannu Eu Profiad Unigryw ar Race Across the World

Sioned a Fin o Race Across the World yn rhannu eu profiad bythgofiadwy, eu heriau a sut y newidiodd y rhaglen eu bywydau.

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England’s Coast to Coast Trail Reopens After £5.5m Upgrade

England's Coast to Coast trail, spanning 190 miles across three National Parks, has been upgraded with £5.5m investment improving accessibility, signage, and surfacing. Originally created by Alfred Wainwright over 50 years ago, the trail offers a challenging yet scenic walk from St Bees to Robin ...

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Getty Images St Bees beach is pictured in the background with groups of houses near the water's edge with groynes lining the beach itself, and in the foreground is a coastal path surrounded by vegetation, on a cloudy day.

Couple Faces £21,000 Medical Bills After Spinal Injury in Thailand

Jo Ingram broke her back in Thailand and faces £21,000 in medical bills not covered by insurance. The couple urges travelers to check policies carefully before activities.

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Supplied A man and woman smiling in a selfie, their heads touching. He is on the left with grey hair and stubble, she is to his right and has brown long hair. Behind them are tropical-looking trees.

How Climate Crisis Insurance Could Protect El Salvador’s Surfing Economy

El Salvador’s Oriente Salvaje surf community pilots parametric climate insurance to protect waves, livelihoods, and ecosystems from extreme weather impacts.

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King Charles III Opens World’s Longest Managed Coastal Walk Amid Access Challenges

King Charles III opens the world’s longest managed coastal walk, but 20% remains closed due to landowner disputes, erosion, and infrastructure issues.

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King Charles looks to the distance against the backdrop of the Seven Sisters cliffss

Budget-Friendly Austrian Hostel Offers Cozy Access to Montafon Ski Slopes

A youth hostel in Austria’s Montafon valley offers affordable, cosy accommodation just minutes from ski slopes, making skiing accessible for families on a budget while providing a unique, community-focused experience.

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smiling boy in ski gear, helmet and goggles in front of snow-covered trees

Experience Solitude and Wildlife on Cornwall’s Looe Island

Stay overnight in Smuggler’s Cottage on Cornwall’s Looe Island, a nature reserve managed by Cornwall Wildlife Trust. Experience intimate wildlife encounters, explore trails, and enjoy solitude away from day trippers.

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Aerial view of a small tree-shaped green island off a green coastline with distant houses on the shore

Caddy Faces Toughest Weeks on 3,000km New Zealand Trek for Charity

Dougie Haynes, a caddy from Oxford, is nearing the final stages of his 3,000km New Zealand trek, facing the hardest sections while raising funds for Kids Can and Mind charities.

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Dougie Haynes Dougie Haynes is doing a V peace symbol with both hands, whilst carrying two full golf bags on either shoulder. He is standing in front of a point where ocean meets land, with land visible on the other side of the water.

Trekking Morocco’s Highest Peak: A Journey to Mount Toubkal

Explore Morocco’s Atlas Mountains with a trek to Mount Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak, staying at the historic Kasbah du Toubkal boutique hotel.

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A hiker on the summit of a mountain with a low sun