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Be a part of an 80,000 strong community of passionate individuals who are working to protect the places we love for future generations.
Who we are
From climbing walls to mountain peaks, we are building a movement, where challenge is invited, access is open, and there’s a route for everyone. We work for every hill walker, climber and mountaineer.
Join a BMC local area walk
Whether you’ve been getting out hiking for years or are looking to get started, why not come along to one of our social walks?
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North Cymru Walks
Come join the BMC and AT95 for a day of adventure.
Peak Area Walks
Join us for a social circular walk.
Clubs
The BMC Student Seminar is for any students who are involved in running a climbing, hill walking or mountaineering club at their University. Find out about this seminar.
Lakes Area Walks
Come explore the beautiful Langdale Pikes.
Lakes Area Walks
Join this classic walk to the top of Helm Crag, with an optional visit to the actual highest point.
Indoor Climbing Articles
Are you a coach or instructor who would like to learn how to help climbers who may need some support with their mental health in order to access the fantastic wellbeing benefits of climbing? The FUNdamentals of Wellbeing workshop could be just what you need.
Clubs
For all new committee members of student clubs, this session will introduce some of the key members of staff, provide lots of support and guidance, signpost you to lots of useful information, and plenty of time for you to ask questions too!
Access News
On 7 May, Wales votes in the first Senedd election under the new proportional system. The expanded (96 member) Senedd, combined with polling volatility, means that parties will need to govern in coalition.
Lakes Area Walks
Join our BMC History Walk as we celebrate the centenary of the very first aeroplane landing on a British mountain top.
News
The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) has announced today a new 2-year relationship with Lifesystems, designed to help climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers stay safe and better prepared during their adventures.
Hill Walking Articles
In a climate of rising energy costs, high interest rates and household spending cuts, money worries are a major barrier to enjoying the outdoors for many. While spending time in nature carries the illusion of being free for all, the costs of equipment, training, travel and provisions soon add up.
Area Meetings
Join the Midlands Area Meeting as it heads to Stoke on Friday 8 May 2026.
GET INVOLVED
Campaigns
From footpath repair, re-growing our moorlands to fight the climate crisis, to organised litter picks on the hills and to rallying members to write to their MPs asking for the removal of the sale of disposable BBQs, we have a great range of campaigns to get behind. Find out more about our active campaigns, and why they're making a difference to the British hills you love.
Volunteers
Our dedicated and passionate network of hundreds of volunteers are the lifeblood of the BMC. From opportunities within conservation, access, competitions and walk leaders. Come and join us!
Clubs
Looking to join a mountaineering, climbing or hill walking club or are you already a member? We have all the essential BMC clubs information and advice for you.
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North Cymru Walks
Come join the BMC and AT95 for a day of adventure.
Peak Area Walks
Join us for a social circular walk.
Lakes Area Walks
Come explore the beautiful Langdale Pikes.
Lakes Area Walks
Join this classic walk to the top of Helm Crag, with an optional visit to the actual highest point.