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Everything you need to know about the proposed new National Park in North Wales

Consultation on Wales’ proposed new National Park – member’s views needed.

15 Nov
8 min read

Mend Our Mountains Articles

Our 6 favourite sunrise & sunset routes for National Hiking Day

This Sunday is National Hiking Day, celebrated on 17 November, encouraging people to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of nature through hill walking. Use the BMC's hiking route ideas to inspire you and our mapping discounts and freebies to navigate your way.

15 Nov
8 min read
12 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Bristol

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

11 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Manchester

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

10 Dec 2024

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Bangor

Do you want to stride out into the winter hills and mountains with confidence? Take your winter adventure skills to the next level with our Winter Lecture Series.

Mend Our Mountains Articles

Top 6 accessible routes for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and prams

With a new all-terrain, electric mobility scooter in the Cotswolds Natural Landscape thanks to Mend Our Mountains support, we celebrate the rise in accessible outdoor routes with a top six across the UK.

14 Nov
8 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

Five reasons to go trekking in Europe

From top tips for ultra-classics like the Tour du Mont Blanc, to insider secrets on lesser-known gems, five trekking leaders offer their favourite routes in Europe. If in any doubt of your ability, you know the score: hire a guide.

12 Nov
8 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

Five historic walking routes to explore Scotland in autumn and winter

Scotland might be most famous for its mountainous ascents, but those that fail to stray from the summits are often overlooking some of the UK’s most stunning walks. These five lower level routes recommended by ScotWays are perfect for days when the tops are looking a little too blowy.

04 Nov
8 min read

LEARN

Rock Climbing Skills

How to scramble: guides to popular scrambles around the UK

A series of guides to some of the most popular scrambles in England, Scotland and Wales.

17 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Skills

Four tips to fight your fear of heights when hill walking

Are you a hill walker wanting to tackle steeper terrain, but nervous about heights? Don’t panic – there are steps you can take to fight the fear.

09 Jul
5 min read

Hillwalking Skills

A guide to ice axes for winter walking and climbing

How to choose an ice axe for your next winter adventure

09 Jul
8 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to survive a whiteout on the hills

In this guide, we share tips to help you navigate your way back to safety in the event of a whiteout.

09 Jul
8 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to stay safe on scrambles

The know-how, top tips and gear you'll need for scrambling safely.

04 Jul
8 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to go hill walking at night

The mountains at night can be hazardous, but also wonderful. Here are a handful of helpful tips for exploring the dark side.

04 Jul
4 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to wild camp

Camping ‘wild’ is a different way of spending the night outdoors but it isn't allowed everywhere - with a responsible approach however, there are many remote areas where you can still rest your weary head under a star-filled sky.

04 Jul
6 min read

Hillwalking Skills

Do I need crampons? Planning your winter walk

When should you use crampons? Our guide explains the 'when', 'where' and 'how' of deploying your spiky winter gear.

04 Jul
5 min read

Training

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Providers & professional associations

Whether you want a career in the outdoors, or to improve your own personal skills, there are a number of training providers offering courses and instruction.

03 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training Winter Mountain Leader qualification

If you’d like to guide people up hills in winter conditions the Winter Mountain Leader qualification could be for you.

03 Jul
2 min read

Article

Mountain Training Lowland Leader qualification

Take a look at the Lowland Leader scheme, so you can decide whether it’s the right qualification for you. 

03 Jul
3 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training Camping Leader qualification

Find out more about the Camping Leader qualification, so you can decide whether it’s right for you.

03 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training International Mountain Leader qualification

Fancy a life leading treks abroad? The International Mountain Leader may be the qualification for you

03 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training Hill & Moorland Leader qualification

Take a look at the Hill & Moorland Leader qualification, so you can decide whether it’s right for you.

03 Jul
1 min read

OutdoorHer

OutdoorHer is a resource for everyone who is looking to learn more about women's health and kit requirements in the outdoors, from participants to leaders and allies. Inspired by conversations with walkers, climbers and leaders about managing their periods, menopause and toileting when out in the wild, BMC and Mountain Training have created some simple ‘how-to’ guides that go through these topics and more.

DESTINATIONS

Hillwalking Destinations

Five reasons to go trekking in Europe

From top tips for ultra-classics like the Tour du Mont Blanc, to insider secrets on lesser-known gems, five trekking leaders offer their favourite routes in Europe. If in any doubt of your ability, you know the score: hire a guide.

12 Nov
8 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

Five historic walking routes to explore Scotland in autumn and winter

Scotland might be most famous for its mountainous ascents, but those that fail to stray from the summits are often overlooking some of the UK’s most stunning walks. These five lower level routes recommended by ScotWays are perfect for days when the tops are looking a little too blowy.

04 Nov
8 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

How to scramble Aonach Eagach

Glen Coe's Aonach Eagach ridge is the most legendary Grade 2 scramble in Scotland. Do you have the skills to take it on?

17 Jul
4 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

A beginner's guide to Wainwright bagging

It's no easy feat, but with a little advice, organisation, knowledge and determination, climbing the Wainwrights is doable for almost anyone. This beginner-friendly guide aims to teach you about the fells and how to plan for and complete them.

09 Jul
5 min read

Rock Destinations

Five of the UK's best scrambling destinations

Here are five of the best places to go for a weekend of nerve-testing scrambling.

09 Jul
5 min read

Article

Britain's five most epic challenge walks

Here are a few of the most gruelling, exhausting, rewarding and brilliant challenge walks Britain has to offer.

04 Jul
10 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

Five of the best Munros for beginners

Sarah Stirling lists five of the easiest Munros for beginner hikers to bag!

04 Jul
6 min read

Article

Everything you need to know about the Pennine Way

We've totted up a few fun facts and some trail trivia about this iconic route, including some surprising statistics that are guaranteed to earn you points at the next pub quiz. Read on for everything you need to know about this pioneering path...

04 Jul
8 min read

Into The Hills Guide

For those who are relatively or completely new to the activity of hill walking, Into The Hills highlights some essential skills you should learn and develop on your trips into the hills and mountains, and provides a reference base of resources for learning the required skills.

Incident and Near Miss Reporting

The BMC have an incident and near-miss reporting database and by adding your real-life account to the database you will help the wider community learn from your experiences.

Volunteering Opportunities

Footpath Repair

Our 'Get Stuck In' days are key part of helping repair our paths, and do exactly what they says on the tin. By signing up to a volunteer session you have an opportunity to get out on the hillside, learn new skills and meet like-minded people whilst making a real difference to our wild places.

Sphagnum Planting

Our BMC volunteer days run in partnership with Moors for the Future. Sphagnum traps carbon dioxide and due to its water retention properties it also helps reduce flooding and improves water quality. The protection and restoration of blanket bog is an important part of the fight against the climate crisis.

Seagrass Planting

We are working with Seagrass Ocean Rescue to raise money for their restoration projects which lock carbon into the oceans. We are providing members with the opportunity to help plant Seagrass along the North Wales coast.

Resources

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