For over 70 years UWFRA has been rescuing people and animals from the caves, mineshafts, fells and crags of Wharfedale, Nidderdale, Littondale and Mid-Airedale. Our rescue services remain free to all who need us, day or night and are financed entirely by fundraising events and donations.
To call a rescue team
Call 999, ask for the Police,
Ask the Police for Cave or Fell rescue,
Say where you are, give description and grid reference
Describe the problem
Stay near a phone or where your mobile works.
The Wharfedale Three Peaks Challenge
We are pleased to announce that our Wharfedale Three peaks challenge is back and will take place on June 25th 2022. Make a note of the date. Fundraising has been difficult over the last year. If you feel that you would like to donate to the team please go to the link, Support UWFRA, at the bottom of this page. Many thanks
13th Jan 2022: Fell runner with injured knee March Ghyll Reservoir Denton Moor
An early call to assist a fell runner with an injured knee. Local members were on the scene quickly to provide shelter and first aid. The ambulance service gave further first aid and splinted the casualty's leg. The offer of the local farmer's quad bike...
