A new book was published in November 2002 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team in 2003

'The Team'

By Sheila Richardson and members of Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team

It tells the story of the formation of the Team, details many incidents in which the team was involved, and the accident that robbed the Team of its leader and another team member. Find out how Cockermouth team were the first to be equipped with, and use radios for communication. Find out what it takes to become a member of the the Team, and what it's like to be rescued.

This is their story, told by members past and present.

To order a copy (£9.00 excluding postage & packing) please email derekftunstall@tiscali.co.uk