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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?
Latest
Rock Destinations
Imagine steep orange limestone streaked with tufas, glowing in the evening sunshine. A cool snaking river winding in the valley below, a sparkling Mediterranean sea a short drive away and within minutes of the crag, charming villages, lovely accommodation, and as much Italian gelato as you can eat! Steve McClure has written his guide to one of Italy's best climbing destinations.
North Cymru Walks
Join us on a social walk in Eryri for a full mountain day combining practical mountain skills with an unforgettable hill walk across four stunning peaks: Carnedd y Filiast, Mynydd Perfedd, Elidir Fawr and Elidir Fach.
Associate Wall News
From first-time climbers to confident regulars, Climbing for All Sheffield is helping to make indoor climbing more accessible and inclusive. Based at The Foundry, this volunteer-led charity is supporting young people and adults with a wide range of needs to build confidence, community and a lifelong love of climbing. The BMC's Climbing Development Manager, Dan Middleton, popped along to one of their sessions.
Area Meetings
Join the Midlands Area Clubs Meeting on Tuesday 3rd February, 19:30 - 21:00.
Lakes Area Walks
Join us for a social hike for fine views over Ullswater and summiting Place Fell.
Access News
Thanks to your generous donations, the BMC Access & Conservation Trust are funding a two-year apprenticeship role within the National Trust path repair team in Eryri, part of the 2026 Mend Our Mountains campaign.
North West Area Walks
Join along for some epic scenery with BMC affiliated club Manx Adventure & Expo
Area Meetings
Area Meetings are run by volunteers and provide an opportunity for you to discuss issues and influence decisions affecting climbers and walkers locally and nationally, and to meet like-minded people and enjoy a sociable night out (or 'in' on Zoom). Area Meetings also provide the platform for election to a range of volunteer roles within the BMC.
Performance
GB Ice Climbing Team athlete Emma Bush reports from Saas-Fee, where the World Cup event delivered breakthrough performances and a defining weekend for the British team at one of the most iconic venues on the tour.
News
The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) joined a meeting of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Outdoor Recreation & Access to Nature, the APPG for Swimming and APPG for Sport & Physical Recreation to launch Reconomics 3.0 at a meeting in Westminster, on Monday 26 January.
Access News
The BMC Access & Conservation Trust are delighted to fund the first ever dedicated Wildfire Ranger for the Peak District's Eastern Moors area.
Performance News
Emma Edwards and Dayan Akhtar claimed the senior titles at the 2026 British Bouldering Championships, held this weekend at Depot Manchester. The early-season event also served as a key selection competition for the GB Climbing team.
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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
North Cymru Walks
Join us on a social walk in Eryri for a full mountain day combining practical mountain skills with an unforgettable hill walk across four stunning peaks: Carnedd y Filiast, Mynydd Perfedd, Elidir Fawr and Elidir Fach.
Lakes Area Walks
Join us for a social hike for fine views over Ullswater and summiting Place Fell.
North West Area Walks
Join along for some epic scenery with BMC affiliated club Manx Adventure & Expo
The Climate Project Events
Come join us on Sunday 22nd February on Burbage Moor for a fun day of planting Sphagnum Moss to help restore the local ecosystem!