Marines Rescue Hiker with Icicles on Face from Ben Nevis
A hypothermic hiker was rescued near Ben Nevis summit by Royal and Dutch Marines after being found with icicles clinging to his face in subzero conditions.
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Marines Rescue Hiker with Icicles on Face on Ben Nevis
A hypothermic hiker was rescued by Royal and Dutch Marines during a training exercise on Ben Nevis after being found with icicles clinging to his face in subzero conditions.
Marines Save Climber from Exposure on Ben Nevis
Scottish Royal Marine Reserves and Dutch Korps Mariniers saved a climber succumbing to hypothermia near Ben Nevis summit during a severe blizzard with -20C wind chill.
Marines Save Climber from Freezing Death on Ben Nevis
Royal Marine Reserves and Dutch marines on a training exercise rescued a climber suffering severe hypothermia on Ben Nevis, with ice forming on his body in -20°C wind chill conditions.
Spey Dam Criticised for Threatening Endangered Salmon
A Highland aluminium smelter's green claims are under fire. Its power source, the Spey dam, obstructs migratory fish and abstracts 66% of the river's water, endangering iconic Scottish salmon.
Six Avalanche Warnings Issued for Scottish Highlands
The Scottish Avalanche Information Service has issued six warnings, including two amber 'considerable hazard' alerts, for high ground. Stay informed and plan your travel carefully.
McCartney's Highland Eco-Home Plan Sparks 3-Year Row
Stella McCartney's plans for a £5m sustainable home on Scotland's Commando Rock face fierce opposition over environmental impact, with the application stalled for nearly three years. Read the full story.
75,000 farmed salmon escape in Scottish storm
Storm Amy causes mass salmon escape from Loch Linnhe farm as wild Atlantic salmon face endangered status. Explore the ecological impact and conservation challenges.
Woman and dog killed in Scottish Highlands road accident
A devastating incident in the Scottish Highlands has claimed the lives of a woman and her dog after being struck by a vehicle while walking along the A82 near Fort William.
UK's Most Scenic Railway Journey Revealed
Discover why the West Highland Line in Scotland has been crowned the UK's most picturesque railway route, offering passengers unparalleled views of lochs, mountains and magical landscapes.
Energy crisis threatens 1,000+ UK aluminium jobs
Britain's industrial heartland faces devastating blow as soaring power prices threaten to shut down major aluminium plant, putting over 1,000 livelihoods in jeopardy and exposing UK's energy vulnerability.
ScotRail guard's incredible kindness helps stranded passenger
A ScotRail train guard went above and beyond to help a vulnerable passenger reach Fort William after she missed her connection, showcasing extraordinary compassion on Scotland's railways.
Shorts-wearing walker rescued from Ben Nevis in storm
A walker wearing only shorts was dramatically rescued from Britain's highest peak after being caught in severe weather conditions during Storm Amy. The shocking incident highlights the dangers of mountain climbing unprepared.
Storm Amy: Ben Nevis ravaged by 100mph winds
Exclusive images reveal the devastating impact of Storm Amy on Britain's highest peak as extreme weather creates dangerous conditions across Scotland.
Scottish Train Journey Named Among Europe's Most Scenic
A spectacular Scottish rail adventure from Fort William to Mallaig, famed for its Harry Potter viaduct, has been officially named one of Europe's most stunning train journeys, beating iconic routes across the continent.
Hogwarts Express train suspended for urgent repairs
The iconic Jacobite steam train, famed as the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films, has been suspended indefinitely for urgent safety repairs to its carriages, disrupting travel plans and disappointing fans.
Major ScotRail disruption on Fort William to Glasgow line
Major travel chaos hit Scotland's West Highland Line as a train failure between Fort William and Glasgow left passengers stranded, with replacement transport struggling to cope with the severe disruption on one of the UK's most picturesque routes.
Hiker's Final Text Before Vanishing on Ben Nevis: 'Love You'
The desperate search for experienced hiker Tom Brown, 64, continues after he sent a final, heartbreaking text to his wife from Scotland's Ben Nevis as a fierce storm closed in. His last message: 'Terrible weather. Very windy. Love you.'
Hero mountaineer dies saving climber on Ben Nevis
Tragic story of mountaineer who froze to death on Ben Nevis after heroically staying with a climber who broke a leg, raising urgent safety questions for UK winter expeditions.
Scotland's Stunning 31-Mile Train Journey
Discover the breathtaking West Highland Line in Scotland, a 31-mile train journey through some of the UK's most spectacular landscapes, including the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct.
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