KINDER MOUNTAIN RESCUE TEAM
Kinder Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) has been in existence since 1971, and is one of seven mountain rescue teams that operate within the Peak District National Park, as part of the Peak District Mountain Rescue Organisation (PDMRO).
Our 50 members operate on an purely voluntary basis and are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to assist members of the public on the hill or in urban search and rescue situations.
We are almost exclusively funded by public donations, and all proceeds from fund raising go towards equipment and resources used on our call outs.
169 runners took to the hills this year for the Cracken Edge Fell Race, the rain held and sunshine held off for some lovely running conditions. Thanks to all the runners for taking part and helping raise funds for the team, we hope everyone enjoyed the route. Thanks also to all the volunteers – we...
The team are delighted to announce that the date for the 2025 fundraising Fell Race has been confirmed – Wednesday 6th August at 19:30. Put it in your diary – it’s a popular event! • Registration 18:00 – 19:15. Race starts at 19:30. • Country: England • Region: Peak District • Category: BM • Distance:...
The duty controller called the team out to a to a group of walkers around the Kinder Low area, one reportedly with a leg injury. They group had ascended onto the plateau and walked past the Downfall and had become lost around Kinder Low, one of the party was unable to continue. The controller had...
Following on from the amazing night last year that raised a considerable amount for team funds, we are pleased to announce that we will be returning to The Strines Nightingale on the 20th December 2024 for an even better night. Music will be provided once again by The Hayes Sisters and The Strines. Tickets for...
The team was called to a pair of walkers lost in the Kinder Low area. They had been following the Edge path, but in fading light had taken a wrong turn and were now lost. Initially we were unable to get through on their phone, so we started a general search of the area. Not...
Follow us here:
