About the Team

The Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team was founded in 1964 by Dr James Ogilvie, Patterdale's local G.P. A man of vision and action, experienced climber and mountaineer, his efforts established the Team which has now developed into one of the busiest in the Lake District.

It's members come from all walks of life giving their services entirely voluntarily, a tradition they are proud to maintain. The Team is available and 'on call' for 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Team members all have mountaineering skills and local knowledge, but over and above this they are skilled and qualified in other areas. Most members hold the Mountain Rescue Council Casualty Care Certificate, Off-Road Driving qualifications, RYA Power Boat Certificates and are experienced in Search Management Techniques.

The Team can also count on the services of search dogs, and Tony Burton's Jess gave long and loyal service to the Team. Sadly Jess died last year but she will long be remembered for her many years of service to mountain rescue and undoubtedly saved many lives on the fell. We are lucky to have two new dogs, Labrador 'Megan' and Border Collie 'Molly' already in training. 'Comet' a fully trained Border Collie and star of a TV programme has recently added to the search strength.

To see some photos of Team members