AdventureSmart
Water Safety
At the start of the summer holidays take a moment to watch, read and share some advice in how to enjoy the Lakes and surrounding waters safely Do not swim alone Always use a bright tow float and cap for Read more
News
Lake District Rescue on Channel 4
The highly popular Lake District Rescue series filmed throughout the summer of 2023 and first aired early April 2024 on More4 is to be repeated, starting on Friday 12 July on Channel 4! The four one hour episodes can be Read more
News
Joss Naylor MBE
Rest in Peace Joss Naylor, a legend of fell running and the Wasdale valley. Joss has been a huge inspiration to many people and a friend of the team and many of its members. We are proud to say that Read more
Local Community
WMRT at Seascale Gala
Perfect weather for Seascale Gala today and consequently, lots of visitors so WMRT had a busy day, showing people our kit, talking about what it means to be a member, and selling our merchandise. From sales and donations we made Read more
News
Lucy Belson – Unsung Hero Of Immediate Care Award
Congratulations to our Medical Officer, Lucy Belson, who recently received the inaugural Unsung Hero Of Immediate Care Award from the Resuscitation Council UK. Lucy’s attention to detail, diligence and passion for improvement has made a huge difference to our capability Read more
Local Community
WMRT visit to St Patrick’s school, Cleator Moor
Team members had a great time this week with a visit to St Patrick’s school, Cleator Moor. Pupils were shown around a response vehicle and medical bag. A demonstration from the team drone seemed to be especially interesting! Some future Read more
Fundraising
Brown family fundraising
It was fantastic to meet up with Allan and Marie Brown recently at our base. Once again they had organised a fund raising event for the team, this time raising an amazing £4110.64 for us. Marie’s Dad, Les, enjoyed a Read more
Fundraising
Casualty fundraising
We were delighted yesterday to welcome Deborah Lovell and her family and friends who had kindly raised funds for the team. The team responded to Deborah’s call after she slipped at Black Sail Pass and broke her leg quite badly. Read more
Fundraising
Fundraising at Egremont Farmers’ Market
We were fundraising at the Egremont in the Market Hall with lots of yummy treats. A MASSIVE thank you to all the generous people of Egremont and beyond for supporting us at the Fairtrade Farmer’s Market yesterday. It was a Read more
News
A casualty’s story
Last week we had the pleasure of meeting up with Ben, a casualty from a serious and complex callout in Piers Gill in early March. It was fantastic to see him recovering well from his injuries. We’d like to thank Read more
Training
Mountain First Aid Training
A wild, windy, and wonderful weekend doing Outdoor First Aid training. Lots of hands-on and practical scenario-based first aid, with both new and experienced team members. A fantastic course enjoyed by all who attended. Great acting skills and even better Read more
News
Lake District Rescue
A new series following several Lake District Mountain Rescue Teams including Wasdale over last summer, airs on More 4 at 9pm on Sunday (7th). Produced by Summer Films for C4, the programme is the first in a series of four. Read more
Press Releases
Piers Gill – Something has changed.
Mountains by their very nature are inherently hazardous, and this is part of their attraction (at least for some). Piers Gill has always been an accident blackspot for the team and there is a long history of serious events and Read more
News
Celebrating women in mountain rescue on International Women’s Day
Meet most of the Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team women! Thank you for all you do.
Fundraising
Jamie fundraising for WMRT
Jamie recently contacted the team to say he is running the Manchester Marathon to raise funds for our team. Jamie is running in remembrance of Alex who was tragically, fatally injured after an accident on Scafell in July 2023 (WMRT Read more
Training
2024 Probationer Intake
Last week we were delighted to welcome our new probationary intake for this year. We wish them all the best and thank them in advance for their commitment to the team.
Press Releases
MBE for Penny Kirby
Penny Kirby, Duty Team Leader of Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team has been recognised in the New Years Honours. Penny is one of four Operational Duty Team Leaders within the Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team with over 40 years voluntary service. Penny Read more
Fundraising
Fundraising in Egremont and Whitehaven
Members of the team were in Egremont on Saturday 16 December and in Whitehaven on Saturday 23 December for the annual fundraising event in the towns. It was great to talk to so many people and we were so grateful Read more
Fundraising
Lakeland Lights Company – Advent Calendar
Lakeland Lights Company are a small family team of candle makers based in Cleator Moor. This year they’ve developed their Wax Melt Advent Calendar with a search and rescue theme in honour of the Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team with £1 Read more
News
Fell runner Finlay Wild
Team member Chad’s latest podcast – listen to this episode from Fell World on Spotify. This weeks guest is the brilliant Finlay Wild who doesn’t take much introducing to most fell runners. A gentleman and great to chat with from Read more