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Fundraiser Focus – Jon Ryley
Jon has been a supporter and fundraiser for our team for many years. In memory of his Mum and Dad, in September 2020, he started a challenge to walk 1,000 miles in aid of our team. If you are able to Read more
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James, Phoebe and Ethan raising funds for WMRT
Congratulations to James, Phoebe and Ethan who on 20 August 2020 completed their challenge to walk, run or cycle 500 miles over the summer holidays, whilst raising money for our team. They originally challenged themselves to complete this over 42 Read more
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John Fletcher Running to Raise Funds
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, Read more
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New Team Shop
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 Read more
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Thank You to Leanne Ritchie
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 Read more
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Probationer Intake 2020
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 Read more
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The Length of Britain for WMRT
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 Read more
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#BeMoreChris
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 Read more
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Thank you to the ‘Two Headed Sheep’ Morris dancers
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.
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Be Adventure Smart
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 Read more
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Lingmell Dash Fell Race 2019
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
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New base entered into the Local Authority Building Control Awards Scheme.ÂÂ
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 Read more
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Cotswold Outdoors donates reusable bottles
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 Read more
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The team attended Drigg Gala
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 Read more
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Review of Rescues in 2018 & Over the Past 15 Years
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 Read more
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50th Anniversary Book – Mountain Rescue In Wasdale
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 Read more
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WMRT is 50 years old today
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 Read more
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New Base Official Opening
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 Read more
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New Base Operational!
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 Read more
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New Base Progress – May 2018
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 Read more