This time next week one of our team members will have set off running from Pooley Bridge in the northern Lake District back to Wasdale, attempting to complete the Joss Naylor Lakeland Challenge. John Fletcher hopes to run 48 miles, climb 17,000 feet and cross 30 summits and is fundraising for Wasdale MRT. (The route is included in comments) Joss Naylor MBE is a legendary Fell runner and completed the inaugural run from Pooley Bridge Read more…
As a volunteer team we are solely reliant on public donations to keep our team operational. We raise some of funds through the sale of our branded merchandise, however, due to the current situation we have had to cancel all fundraising events over the summer. We have several new items available this year including Enamel Pin Badges, Supporter Car Stickers and Cotton Tote Bags. We are therefore offering these items, along with our popular Head Read more…
The team would like to say a big Thank You to Leanne Ritchie who has raised the fantastic sum of £1,150 for the team. Having already completed part of the walk from Lands End to John O’Groats in memory of her father in 2015, last year she set herself the challenge to complete the remaining 415 miles whilst at the same time raising money for both our team and Guide Dogs for The Blind. Leanne Read more…
We’re very happy to introduce you to our nine new probationary members!All of them are willing and keen to volunteer their time helping others who may be injured, lost or in need of assistance in the western fells. They bring with them skills and qualities which will help us continue providing this service to the public. 24 hours a day, 365 days per year whatever the weather! We look forward to keeping you updated as Read more…
This week the team had a visit from Gill Mackay, who cycled from Lands End to John O’Groats and raised funds for the team in the process. The Lands End to John o’Groats cycle route equates to a total of 1000 miles of distance, 15,000m of accent covering the length of Great Britain between its two extremities. Gill who completed her journey over 10 days covering an average of 100 mile a day with an Read more…
Wasdale and Duddon & Furness MRT had a special visit at our base yesterday from the Brown family, who presented us with two very generous donations. They have been fundraising in the memory and celebration of their loved one, Chris Brown, who sadly lost his life earlier this year whilst out in the fells. They have raised a significant amount for the teams involved, with over £19k going to good causes already, and they wish Read more…
We were happy to be visited by the ‘Two Headed Sheep’ Morris dancers group yesterday, who kindly presented a donation of £375. Thank you for your continued and valued support.
Ask yourself 3 questions before you set off: Do I have the right gear? Do I know what the weather will be like? Am I confident I have the knowledge & skills for the day? After the success of the Adventure Smart Wales website it has been extended to add the lakes. See below for more information
The annual Lingmell Dash takes place on 27th July at 14:30. All proceeds to the team. Category: AS Distance: 7.2km / 4.5m Climb: 762m / 2500ft Venue: Wasdale Head Inn carpark, CA20 1EX. Grid ref: NY187088 Skills & experience: ER, LK, NS Minimum age: 16 https://fellrunner.org.uk/races.php?id=6525
Wasdale MRT’s new base has been entered into the Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Awards Scheme. The good news is has reached the final, in two categories: Best Small Commercial Project and Best Public Service Building. The award night is Friday 5 July 2019 and both the Team and our principle Contractor Roland Hill LTD, will represented More information can be found at: http://www.rolandhills.co.uk/ and https://www.labc.co.uk/awards
Wasdale MRT has taken the decision to move away from single use plastic water bottles for environmental and cost implications. Huge thanks to Cotswold Outdoors for supplying all team members will a reusable water bottle we will now be taking genuine tap water on the hills! We even have spare bottles (thanks again to Cotswold Outdoors) so that there will also be a supply in the team vehicles, much needed on the the way back to Read more…
Thank you to the communities of Drigg and Carlton whom invited us too their Gala today. Its a great opportunity to attend these type of events as we get to meet new people and answer questions to give a better understanding on what we do. Its also a great way to recruit new team members and inspire the budding young mountaineers whom will replace us in future when we become to old and knackered 😀 https://www.facebook.com/driggevents/
After the record year in 2017, 2018 was a comparatively quiet year in terms of incidents, although with a number of more serious incidents it didn’t necessarily feel like a quiet year. This review considers the 2018 statistics, both for the year as a whole and in the wider context of the past 15 years. In total 1603 incidents are included in the analysis. The presentation of data and definitions used is the same as Read more…
A book has been pulled together to celebrate the first 50 years of Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team (WMRT). All funds raised from the sales of the publication will be used to fund the future operation of the team. Fifty years is a long time and this publication would not have been possible without the contributions of many people to tell the story of the team. The book describes the early years and the development of Read more…
Wasdale MRT has been assisting people in the western fells for 50 years, since its formation on 1 October 1968, and was formed from the Wyndham Search Team. It is now one of twelve teams in the Lake District Search and Rescue Association (LDSAMRA). To celebrate this anniversary, the team has published a book in full colour 256 page format detailing the history of mountain rescue in the Wasdale area and the development of the Read more…
On Saturday 16th September, Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team’s purpose-designed new base was officially opened by the legendary fell-runner and Team Vice-President, Jos Naylor MBE. You can watch the video here https://vimeo.com/290675469/6f7d35f9d3 The base, which is near Gosforth in Copeland has cost £643,000 and has taken several years to achieve. It was made possible after an allocation from the Copeland Community Fund (CCF) of £218,000, funding from the Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association (LDSAMRA) Rescue Read more…
This week has seen the new base become operational after several years of planning and a huge amount of work from a dedicated group of team members who worked tirelessly in surmounting many challenges. This is a magnificent achievement from everyone involved and we thank you all. On day one of becoming operational, the first callout was successfully run from the new base. The base will be officially opened by Jos Naylor MBE on Saturday Read more…
Yesterday Wasdale MRT accepted handover of their purpose-built new base from principal contractor Roland Hill Ltd. Some fitting out and testing of communications by the team is required prior to going operational in July. Thank you to all in the community who have supported this project and are instrumental in achieving this important milestone. Here are some pictures.
April has seen the building nearing completion. Progress continues with plastering, painting, cabling, fitting of doors, doorframes, stairs and the myriad of jobs to make the base useable. The kitchen is in the final stages of fit out. The radio mast has been fitted with aerial and cabling. Early in April, the vehicles were parked in their locations to help with the final fit out of racking and positioning of the emergency generator in the Read more…
March has seen a huge amount progress with plaster boarding, cabling, plastering, the laying of the concrete floor, the commissioning of the garage doors and the ground source heat pump. The kitchen has been fitted out as have both bath rooms and the communications installation is in progress.
