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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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Alpine and Ski

Melanoma awareness: why every climber, hill walker and mountaineer should take sun safety seriously

With the sun out in full blast this summer, it's a timely reminder for us all, especially those of us drawn to high, open, and reflective terrain to be skin cancer aware. While a day out on the rock or ridge can be exhilarating, it also exposes our skin to intense ultraviolet (UV) radiation, especially at altitude. Climbers Against Cancer have put together some great information about why sun care matters more than ever for us.

08 Jul
6 min read
20 Sep 2025

Hill Walking Event Walks

BMC Peak Area Hill Walk | Saturday 20th September

You are invited to join a peer-led walk, hosted by BMC Peak Area volunteers.

13 Sep 2025

Lakes Area Walks

BMC Lakes Area Geology Walk | Saturday 13th September

Join us for a walk in the Lake District and learn how to read the rocks beneath our feet to tell the story of our geological history, and discover how it has influenced the environment.

Governance

Darren Johnson Appointed Chair of BMC Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee

Today, the British Mountaineering Council (BMC) can announce that Darren Johnson has been appointed the new Chair for the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee (EDI).

04 Jul
2 min read

Access News

Donate to the BMC's Access & Conservation Trust pre-tax via payroll with the Charities Trust

The BMC's Access & Conservation Trust has registered with the Charities Trust to allow you to donate pre-tax via your payroll.

04 Jul
8 min read

Access News

Countryfile wildfire slot for BMC ACT beneficiary, Moors for the Future Partnership

Moors for the Future Partnership have been featured on the latest episode of Countryfile, raising awareness of wildfire risk and damage to the moorlands the BMC's Access & Conservation Trust have been helping them to restore in our longterm partnership.

02 Jul
2 min read
08-10 Aug 2025

Volunteering Events

BMC Basecamp: 8–10 August 2025

The BMC warmly invites you to Basecamp – whether you’re a long-time legend, newly involved, or just curious about volunteering and the what the BMC does – come and join us at BMC Basecamp, a weekend of shared journeys, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences in the great outdoors.

Access News

Access to nature inquiry launched by All-Party Parliamentary Group

Today, the All Party Parliamentary Group for Outdoor Recreation and Access to Nature has launched a Call for Evidence to examine how to allow more people to access the outdoors.

01 Jul
3 min read

Insurance

New Personal Accident benefits for BMC members include Physio and Osteo cover

The BMC is making your membership even better with brand-new benefits to optimise support for climbers and walkers.

30 Jun
3 min read

Access News

Heavily eroded tourist hotspot path fixed by BMC volunteers in Eryri (Snowdonia)

This June, 13 BMC volunteers completed an 80m section of previously heavily eroded path below Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and cleared vast amounts of invasive Himalayan balsam in the Ogwen Valley in North Wales.

26 Jun
2 min read

Organisation

Have Your Say: 2025 to 2030 BMC Strategy Consultation

We want your input! As we look ahead to the next chapter of the BMC, we are asking for your support in developing the strategy for 2025-2030. Please watch our proposed strategy overview and take our survey.

26 Jun
4 min read
01-02 Aug 2025

Volunteering Events

Yr Wyddfa Big Clean Up | Volunteer with us | August 1st & 2nd

The Yr Wyddfa Big Clean Up is back again for 2025.

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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.

EVENTS CALENDAR

20 Sep 2025

Hill Walking Event Walks

BMC Peak Area Hill Walk | Saturday 20th September

You are invited to join a peer-led walk, hosted by BMC Peak Area volunteers.

13 Sep 2025

Lakes Area Walks

BMC Lakes Area Geology Walk | Saturday 13th September

Join us for a walk in the Lake District and learn how to read the rocks beneath our feet to tell the story of our geological history, and discover how it has influenced the environment.

01-02 Aug 2025

Volunteering Events

Yr Wyddfa Big Clean Up | Volunteer with us | August 1st & 2nd

The Yr Wyddfa Big Clean Up is back again for 2025.

21 Aug 2025

Hill Walking Event Walks

BMC Peak Area Hill Walk | Thursday 21 August

This social walk will explore the gritstone features along Derwent Edge, find a “Lost Lad” and return alongside Abbey Brook and Upper Derwent Reservoir. For the baggers amongst you we’ll be visiting 2 ethels and a trig.

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