Training
The Team trains hard to be ready to deploy at any time; 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Want to know more about how we operate? Come down to Buttermere and see a presentation by one of our Team members!
TO CALL MOUNTAIN RESCUE DIAL 999, ASK FOR POLICE, THEN MOUNTAIN RESCUE
Rescues
93 rescues in 2023, the most recent...
| 93 | 3 Dec | Team Leaders were contacted by Wasdale MRT regarding an overdue party, who had parked at Gatesgarth, Buttermere to visit Scafell Pike on 2nd December more... |
| 92 | 2 Dec | Keswick MRT received reports of a 23-year old male becoming unwell, whilst camping near Sprinkling Tarn more... |
| 91 | 2 Dec | Cockermouth MRT members assisted with the co-ordination of LDSAMRA's response when a major incident was declared in Cumbria following a snowfall event more... |
70th Anniversary
23rd February 2023 marks 70 years since the formation of Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team.
We are holding a series of events throughout the year in celebration.
Take a look at some key CMRT moments in history here.
Stay safe
- Do I have the right gear?
- Do I know what the weather will be like?
- Am I confident I have the knowledge and skills for the day?
- Not sure? Visit Adventure Smart
About us
- Available 365 x 24
- Unpaid volunteers
- Equipped for all weathers
- Founded 1953
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- Registered charity
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Magazines
Our 2023 Annual Report magazine is available to download, with details of our rescues, training and adventures
