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Want to get qualified on rock? There are four rock qualifications administered by Mountain Training: Rock Climbing Instructor, Rock Climbing Development Instruction, Mountain and Climbing Instructor and Winter Mountain and Climbing Instructor.
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Bolting Guidelines
Our bolts advice guides come in two parts. Part one is aimed at the climber, in particular those who have learnt to climb indoors and are making the transition outside. It covers the need to know information to help assess the safety of an outdoor sport climb. Part two is newly published and is a guide to current good practice for choosing and installing bolts, covering all of the important issues which must be addressed in order to do this competently and with the correct equipment.
Southern Sandstone Code of Practice
Southern Sandstone is an incredible but very fragile rock that we all need to help look after and protect from damage. Before climbing at the crags, please make sure you read and follow the Southern Sandstone Code of Practice which tells you everything you need to know to minimise your impact on the rock whilst climbing.
A climbers guide to bird restrictions
If you're heading out to the crags, don’t forget about the birds that could be nesting and the restrictions in place for them. Find out more about which birds have restrictions and how to locate the bans.
Want to know more about the equipment used for climbing and mountaineering? Our range of advice guides are full of useful information for experienced climbers and novices alike. We cover the different types and uses of equipment, the standards they must adhere to and detail essential care and maintenance tips.
Love where you climb: respect the rock
Outdoor climbing is a real experience on natural crags. Now, these special places need your help to protect them for the future. Remember to leave no trace, think of your impact on the environment and respect others. Read our Respect The Rock code.
Check RAD
The BMC’s Regional Access Database – or RAD as it’s more snappily known – is the definitive source of access info on the web. From bird restrictions and parking advice to sensitive approaches and advice on local ethics, this is the place to go to find out whether you can climb on a crag and just how to approach it.
BMC membership
Think life is better when it’s vertical? Climbers get great personal benefits from joining the BMC.