An 80-year-old man who went missing while out walking in the Yorkshire Dales has appeared at a press conference three days after his disappearance.
Harry Harvey was reported missing after becoming separated from an organised walking trip in north Yorkshire on Saturday.
A major search effort was launched which included members of the RAF, the police and rescue dogs.
But, at lunchtime on Tuesday, he was found by a wildlife photographer who noticed Mr Harvey waving at her, police said.
He was then driven to the the nearby Tan Hill Inn where his family had organised a press conference.
They had gathered at the pub to make an impassioned plea for help to find him. Instead, they were treated to an emotional reunion.
Explaining his ordeal to reporters Mr Harvey, from Tynemouth, said: "I just got separated by getting caught in a really heavy hailstorm, a howling gale of wind.
"By the time I got my kit on it was getting really dark, so I missed what I would say was a turning.
“I had a plan B straight away: find somewhere safe to camp, put my tent up, keep warm, and that was it.”
Inspector Mark Gee of North Yorkshire police said it was “fantastic” that Mr Harvy had been found safe and well.
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“I want to thank all the search volunteers for their time, as well as gamekeepers, estate owners, farmers and local residents for their help and understanding,” he said.
“Thanks also to the Tan Hill, who looked after the volunteers and Mr Harvey’s family”.
At 1,732 feet (528m) above sea level, the inn is famous for being Britain’s highest pub.
Mr Harvey was reported missing at 1.30pm on Sunday and police said they thought he had probably got lost during the organised trip.
Officers said he was an experienced walker who was carrying camping gear, but were very concerned due to his age and the poor weather.