BMC at the National Outdoor Expo

What's on at the National Outdoor Expo?

There’s something for everyone at the National Outdoor Expo, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham at the end of March. Be inspired and motivated by some of the world’s greatest outdoor enthusiasts speaking on the Inspiration Stage, including Steve Backshall, Kate Humble, Ray Mears, Jo Moseley and Danny Bent.

Take part in a range of workshops and get your adrenaline going on one of the many interactive features which offer fun for all the family, including the Bushcraft Zone, Open Water Swimming and Caving.

BMC Stand

Come find the BMC stand - next to the climbing walls! Want to find out more about what we do? Perhaps you're considering joining the BMC? Or you're already a member and want to join us to take some time out from the hubbub of the Expo and listen to the many talks and films we'll be showing on our stand over the weekend. Plus Mountain Training will also be at the stand next to us.

What free talks to expect

Fell running legend and Summit Editor Claire Maxted and BMC Access and Policy Officer Eben Muse will presenting our amazing array of FREE talks taking place every hour at the BMC stand.

The talks will explore a range of inspiring topics that highlight the BMC’s commitment to adventure, conservation, and access. We’ll kick things off with an update on Mend Our Mountains, showcasing how your support helps protect the landscapes we love. Then, we’ll dive into the launch of the 2025 Women in Adventure Film Competition, celebrating powerful stories from women in the outdoors.

You’ll discover ten key skills you’ll learn on a Mountain Training course, followed by a session on handling emergency scenarios with Mountain Rescue - vital knowledge for anyone venturing into the hills. We’ll also spotlight The Climate Project and how volunteers are making a real difference and how you can get involved, before discussing the importance of the Right to Roam and Access Land.

We’ll take a closer look at our cherished National Parks, and in For Peat’s Sake, you’ll learn how BMC conservation volunteers are not only repairing footpaths but also fighting the climate crisis. We’ll revisit the essential skills from Mountain Training, and wrap up with thought-provoking screenings from The Landscape Project Films. It’s a packed agenda designed to inspire, educate, and connect you with the heart of what we do.

FULL SCHEDULE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON

We are running facilitated games and workshop sessions on the wall throughout the day. Come along and sign yourself or your youngers ones up to these taking place throughout the day.

Bouldering Wall | Saturday 22nd March

Book onto a session ahead of the weekend by clicking the links below:

10.00 – 10.30 Bouldering Games. This session is especially for Under 14s.

12.00 -12.30 Facilitated Bouldering Session

14.00 - 14.30  Bouldering Games. This session is especially for Under 14s.

16.00 – 16.30 Facilitated Bouldering Session

Bouldering Wall | Sunday 23rd March

10.00 – 10.30 Facilitated Bouldering Session

12.00 -12.30 Wall Games. This session is especially for Under 14s.

14.00 - 14.30 Facilitated Bouldering Session

16.00 – 16.30 Wall Games. This session is especially for Under 14s