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The future of wild camping on Dartmoor: Supreme Court to decide on historic right 

On Tuesday 8 October, the Supreme Court will consider whether the right to wild camp on Dartmoor continues to be a cherished freedom. The case, brought by Alexander Darwall, owner of 4,000-acre estate in southern Dartmoor, challenges the notion that wild camping (or backpack camping) should be considered an open-air recreation in its own right. 

03 Oct
8 min read

Performance News

Laura Needham appointed as Head of Performance at the British Mountaineering Council

The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Laura Needham as its new Head of Performance.

09 Oct
4 min read

Mountaineering Destinations

Alpine Gems | Dent Blanche, South Ridge

Discover this isolated peak rising high above the valleys of Val d’Hérens, Val d’Anniviers and Zermatt’s Mattertal with sustained climbing and reliable in most conditions for much of the year. Author, photographer and Mountain Guide Ben Tibbetts shares the details.

09 Oct
3 min read

Rock Climbing Articles

Happy 100th Gwen Moffat!

This summer, rock climber, crime writer and first female British Mountain Guide Gwen Moffat turned 100. Read our interview with her in the Autumn issue of Summit.

09 Oct
2 min read
30 Nov 2024

Hill Walking Events

BMC North West Area Hill Walk | Saturday 30th November

BMC members are invited to join a Social Hike in the High Peak delivered by Members of the Rucksack Club on Saturday 30th November 2024

Access Articles

5 things you didn’t know about hill walking’s most important plant

This unassuming, bright, green or red moss with lush, almost tentacle-like fronds is hiding five well-kept secrets.

04 Oct
2 min read
15 Nov 2024

The Climate Project Events

Sphagnum moss planting | 15th November

In association with Moors for the Future Partnership, BMC volunteers will be planting sphagnum moss in the Goyt Valley area of the Peak District, close to Buxton.

04 Nov 2024

Hill Walking Events

BMC Peak Area Hill Walk | Monday 4th November

Join us on November 4th for a peer-led walk organized by BMC Peak Area volunteers, in the beautiful Peak District.

Rock Destinations

Climbing in the Sun: Steve McClure's Ultimate Winter Destinations

British climbing legend Steve McClure highlights his top 5 winter destinations for warm rock.

03 Oct
10 min read
21 Oct 2024

Area Meetings

BMC South Wales Area Meeting

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.

13 Oct 2024

Huts

BMC Huts Seminar 2024

The biennial Huts Seminar will return on Sunday 13th October 2024. 

Performance News

Aggarwal, Losey Sail, and Musson Medal in Arco at IFSC Paraclimbing World Cup

The IFSC Paraclimbing World Cup 2024 series concluded with a spectacular finale in Arco, Italy, marking the end of a competitive series that also included events in Salt Lake City, USA, and Innsbruck, Austria.

30 Sep
2 min read

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30 Nov 2024

Hill Walking Events

BMC North West Area Hill Walk | Saturday 30th November

BMC members are invited to join a Social Hike in the High Peak delivered by Members of the Rucksack Club on Saturday 30th November 2024

15 Nov 2024

The Climate Project Events

Sphagnum moss planting | 15th November

In association with Moors for the Future Partnership, BMC volunteers will be planting sphagnum moss in the Goyt Valley area of the Peak District, close to Buxton.

04 Nov 2024

Hill Walking Events

BMC Peak Area Hill Walk | Monday 4th November

Join us on November 4th for a peer-led walk organized by BMC Peak Area volunteers, in the beautiful Peak District.

12 Oct 2024

Hill Walking Events

YHA Festival of Walking | Hartington Hall Social Walk (October)

Join a social walk. The YHA Festival of Walking's guided social walks offer a safe and supportive space to get involved with walking and meet other walkers.

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