ACCESS & CONSERVATION
03/07/2020
This summer, all BMC UK travel insurance policies include a 15% donation to The Climate Project: our new project to help combat climate change.
Read more »
ACCESS & CONSERVATION
Bolting Skills: new BMC TV film series
28/06/2020
Ever wondered about the dark art of bolting? In association with the Cumbria Bolt Fund and Association of Mountain Instructors, BMC TV presents it's latest film series: bolting skills. So whether you're looking to brush up on your knowledge or are fascinated to find out how it's done, have a watch and learn - it's real drilling!
Read
more »
ACCESS & CONSERVATION
Darkness Beckons: access and climbing in Cheddar Gorge
25/06/2020
To say climbing in Somerset's iconic Cheddar Gorge is special is an huge understatement. It's rich history, jaw dropping landscape and many high quality routes ensure it's fame. But access to the south side of the Gorge is fragile and continued access relies upon climbers taking care to ensure they follow the agreements in place with the landowner, Cheddar Caves & Gorge. Mark Courtiour, our superstar BMC Cheddar Climbing Warden and Somerset Access Rep, reflects on what it has taken to get the current access gains we enjoy today, and why its so important to follow the restrictions that are in place...
Read
more »
ACCESS & CONSERVATION
What do the 4 July lockdown changes mean for climbers and hill walkers?
25/06/2020
Further easing of lockdown in England is taking place from 4 July. What will this mean for climbers and hill walkers? The BMC access team take a look.
Read
more »