Welcome to Bolton Mountain Rescue Team
Bolton Mountain Rescue Team is a voluntary search and rescue charity and a member of Mountain Rescue England and Wales that represents 49 teams. Bolton MRT is made up entirely of volunteers who are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We cover an area of over 800 square kilometres extending from Darwen in the West Pennine Moors to the north to beyond Manchester Airport in the south, and from Wigan to the west to the centre of Manchester in the east.
Bolton Mountain Rescue Team
The chances are you will never need our services. However, since 1968, a great many have. Our callouts are diverse. For example, we help walkers, runners, bikers, climbers and even dogs that have found themselves in a precarious position. We also search for members of the public who are missing outside of urban areas, particularly those classed as vulnerable by the police.
It costs around £50,000 per year to run the team. Securing this amount of money each year is a constant challenge. We rely on the generosity of the public and other organisations who provide us with donations. Visit the donations page to learn more about how you can help raise money for the team.
Latest News
Yesterday, Bolton Mountain Rescue Team provided standby rescue cover for two fantastic local events.
Firstly, we covered the Bolton North Runners 5km, proudly supported by Last Drop Village. 190 runners took part on a glorious, autumn morning.
Secondly, we were on the beautiful moors above Darwen, helping keep safe the 73 runners who took part in the Darwen Dashers Running Club Public David Staff Memorial Fell Race.
We are pleased to report there were no injuries on either event. Well done to all runners, and thanks to the organisers for once again including us in your events.
Last month, the team were delighted to receive a generous £1,000 donation from Horwich RMI Harriers. This contribution was made as a thank you for the support Bolton MRT has provided at the club’s races throughout the year.
A big thank you to Horwich RMI Harriers for their ongoing support. Donations like this make a real difference and help us continue our voluntary work throughout the area.
On Saturday 8th November, Bolton MRT members were pleased to provide first aid cover for the Greenmount Scouts Family Bonfire & Firework Display. Eight team members covered the event for three hours. Thankfully everyone enjoyed the fireworks and bonfire, and there were no injuries to be dealt with.
On Call 24 Hours
Search & Rescue
Event Safety Cover
In case of an emergency, DIAL 999, ask for ‘Police’ then ‘Mountain Rescue’
Give all your prepared details of the incident and ‘STAY WHERE YOU ARE’ until contacted by the rescue team.
If you have to make a further 999 call, follow this procedure in full again.