About the BMC
The British Mountaineering Council is the national representative body that champions the interests of climbers, hill walkers, mountaineers and ski mountaineers in England and Wales. We are a membership organisation and represent over 85,000 members. We are also recognised by government as the national governing body for competition climbing.
Who we are
Our Vision
To create a better future for climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers.
Our Purpose
To represent the interests of climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers and inspire all generations.
Our Values
Community: We are the voice for our diverse community of climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers.
Adventure: We believe in the freedom to challenge ourselves, taking personal responsibility for the risks.
Sustainability: We protect our crags and mountains, campaign for improved access and promote environmental sustainability.
Aspiration: We help people improve their skills, confidence and achieve personal ambitions.
Respect: We celebrate the rich variety of British climbing, hill walking and mountaineering; we build inclusive relationships and respect each other.
Our 2020-2024 Mission
We will link the work of all our staff, volunteers, clubs, and partners, to campaign effectively and increase engagement, becoming a stronger voice for climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers.
BMC Local Areas
The BMC divides England and Wales into ten geographical areas: Cymru North Wales; Cymru South Wales; Lakes; London & SE; Midlands; North East; North West; Peak; South West; Yorkshire. BMC Areas provide a focus for local activities and are instrumental in driving national policy. Each BMC Area holds five meetings a year, and each precedes a meeting of the Council, to enable members to make their views known and be communicated to the Council.
Specialist Committees
The BMC relies on a well-established structure of voluntary committees, supported by staff, to develop and oversee much of the organisation’s technical work for members. We classify our Board committees into two categories 'standard' and 'specialist'. The work of the Specialist Committees covers: Access & Conservation, Safeguarding, Clubs, Equity, Hill Walking, Huts, International Mountaineering, Land Management, Technical Equipment, Training, Youth & Walls