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Winter Lecture Series December 2024

Join us for the BMC Winter Lecture Series, your essential prep for winter adventures in the mountains. This UK tour brings expert insights, hands-on advice, and real-life stories to get you out into the snow-covered hill safely.

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Access News

Everything you need to know about the proposed new National Park in North Wales

Consultation on Wales’ proposed new National Park – member’s views needed.

15 Nov
8 min read

Mend Our Mountains Articles

Our 6 favourite sunrise & sunset routes for National Hiking Day

This Sunday is National Hiking Day, celebrated on 17 November, encouraging people to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of nature through hill walking. Use the BMC's hiking route ideas to inspire you and our mapping discounts and freebies to navigate your way.

15 Nov
8 min read
12 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Bristol

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

11 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Manchester

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

10 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Bangor

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

10 Apr 2025

Clubs

Basic Child Safeguarding Training | Thursday 10th April

This training has been developed for affiliated clubs with a named Safeguarding Officer. Additionally, this session is open to anyone from an affiliated club who wishes to find out more about general safeguarding and what to do if they have a concern.

Rock Climbing Articles

Climbing Equipment Safety

Climbing safety equipment and techniques have come a long way from the early days of the sport. Back then, equipment often failed or was simply not available resulting in the lead climber’s motto of the time being “the leader must not fall!”

19 Nov
3 min read

Mend Our Mountains Articles

Top 6 accessible routes for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and prams

With a new all-terrain, electric mobility scooter in the Cotswolds Natural Landscape thanks to Mend Our Mountains support, we celebrate the rise in accessible outdoor routes with a top six across the UK.

14 Nov
8 min read

Indoor Climbing News

The British Mountaineering Council welcomes the British Boulder and Lead Championships to Manchester 

The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) is pleased to announce that the British Boulder and Lead Championships, the pinnacle of the domestic competition calendar, will take place in Manchester in early 2025. 

12 Nov
4 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

Five reasons to go trekking in Europe

From top tips for ultra-classics like the Tour du Mont Blanc, to insider secrets on lesser-known gems, five trekking leaders offer their favourite routes in Europe. If in any doubt of your ability, you know the score: hire a guide.

12 Nov
8 min read

Governance

Julie Smith appointed as Head of Finance at the British Mountaineering Council

The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) announces the appointment of Julie Smith as its Head of Finance effective 2 December 2024.

12 Nov
2 min read

Rock Climbing Learn

Bouldering outdoors for the first time 

Bouldering outside for the first time can range from being a wonderful experience to an off-putting sufferfest. By being prepared and properly equipped, you are more likely to have a brilliant time and become hooked as so many of us do. So, read on and watch the playlist before heading out to make the best of your trip. 

05 Nov
6 min read

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.

EVENTS CALENDAR

12 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Bristol

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

11 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Manchester

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

10 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Bangor

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

24 Nov 2024

Hill Walking Events

BMC Community hike at Kendal Mountain Festival with Komoot

Join BMC and komoot on a guided hike at Kendal Mountain Festival 2024. If you have a suitable fitness level for the route and value connecting with other outdoor lovers, you’re invited to hike with us! 

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