WCS is back for 2025 with a jam-packed roster of creative coaching workshops, inspiring speakers and thought-provoking focus talks.

In August 2024, Fay Manners and Katie Keeley headed to the Karavashin mountain range in Kyrgyzstan a month of big wall climbing.

Castlemartin is on Pembrokeshire Coast National Park (PCNPA) land, and is a popular climbing destination. This area also includes Range West, a military training area with a firing range, so climbers must attend a briefing before accessing the area. The briefing dates have now been published for 2025.

Dear Member,  In 1944, Geoffrey Winthrop-Young, President of the Alpine Club, brought about a motion to create the BMC, a representative body to represent and speak on behalf of all climbers in Britain. As we turn the corner on our 80th year it’s important to remember our history and the vision of our founding member clubs as we look to what better looks like for the BMC in 2025. 

Annwyl Aelod,  Ym 1944, cyflwynodd Geoffrey Winthrop-Young, Llywydd y Clwb Alpaidd, gynnig i greu'r BMC, corff cynrychioliadol i gynrychioli a siarad ar ran holl ddringwyr Prydain. Wrth i ni droi'r gornel ar ein 80ed flwyddyn mae’n bwysig cofio ein hanes a gweledigaeth ein Clybiau a oedd yn aelodau sefydlol wrth i ni edrych i weld beth mae ‘gwell’ yn ei olygu i’r BMC yn 2025. 

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

In December 2023, the BMC launched the biggest in-depth survey of UK adult climbers, their motivations and their coaching needs. Here we discuss the survey findings and highlight some areas of interest. Here's the summary of data and our findings.

A peregrine survey by boat with high-quality photography organised by local BMC Access Reps Iain Peters and James Mann has helped to identify peregrine nesting sites so that a blanket ban on climbing at the Cornish climbing site of Carn Cowla can be lifted. A temporary ban had been put in place by the National Trust covering the cliffs between Tubby Head and Bawden Cliff, including major route locations up to and beyond the America Buttress. The ban has now been lifted so all sections are open, with only crag- and area-specific restrictions in place when necessary.

A list of retailers and organisations who can help you re-use, repair or recycle your old or unwanted clothing and outdoor kit.

Ready to have a go on the sharp end? We've put together a list of eight great choices for your first ever trad lead in the Lake District.

As 2024 comes to a close, we're reflecting on the year gone by, and what a year it's been!

When it comes to gift-giving, we know the best things in life aren't always 'things'! Team BMC have been hard at work putting together a list of really great Christmas gift ideas that are a bit ‘outside the box’...

A peregrine survey by boat with high-quality photography organised by local BMC Access Reps Iain Peters and James Mann has helped to identify peregrine nesting sites so that a blanket ban on climbing at the Cornish climbing site of Carn Cowla can be lifted. A temporary ban had been put in place by the National Trust covering the cliffs between Tubby Head and Bawden Cliff, including major route locations up to and beyond the America Buttress. The ban has now been lifted so all sections are open, with only crag- and area-specific restrictions in place when necessary.

Planning an adventure? Remember to pack BMC Travel Insurance. We’ve got your back: from bouldering in France to trekking in India, sport climbing in Kalymnos to new routes in the Himalaya. Here are five reasons why BMC Travel Insurance is built for the mountains.

A climbers’ meeting this week expressed their opposition to the continued ban on climbing at Symonds Yat, Herefordshire, imposed by Forestry England.

This weekend the BMC joined Avon Access Rep Ben Darby and his team of volunteers near Bristol to install 28 new belay stakes on Main Wall so that climbers no longer need to rely on the wobbly old iron fence as an anchor point. Vegetation was also cleared and a thorough litter pick was carried out.

A list of retailers and organisations who can help you re-use, repair or recycle your old or unwanted clothing and outdoor kit.

Trad climbing is a unique challenge that tests your strength, endurance, technique, and mental resilience, making it deeply rewarding. British trad climbing is steeped in history, with a strong emphasis on ethics and the adventure of onsighting—starting from the ground with no prior experience or information.

Bouldering outside for the first time can range from being a wonderful experience to an off-putting sufferfest. By being prepared and properly equipped, you are more likely to have a brilliant time and become hooked as so many of us do. So, read on and watch the playlist before heading out to make the best of your trip. 

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

Here's what you need to think about when moving together for scrambling and climbing

Do you know your gaston from your guppy, and can you spray about it while sandbagging your mate? Find out what it all means with our guide to climbing terminology.

It’s Britain, it’s summer, and it’s wet. Why am I not surprised? But all is not lost! There are ways to circumvent the weather when you want to go climbing...

Scrambling is sometimes described as the middle ground between walking and climbing - and for the higher grades in particular, you’ll need some basic climbing skills. Here's our guide to staying safe on the rock.

Leonidio is a limestone sport climbing paradise in the Peloponnese region of mainland Greece. With a mixture of steep tufa climbs and intricately pocketed slabs, there's something for everyone and a grade range to match, but the sheer amount of rock in the region can leave you feeling flustered. Where to begin? Read on...

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

Dreaming of big numbers this year? We reveal six sizzling holiday rock destinations that will send your grade through the roof. Whether your sight is on 6b or you're aching for 8a, here are Steve McClure's top picks.

Think that you can't climb towers like these? Think again. Clip into our top ten via ferratas and reach heights that normal walks just can't reach.

Thought sport climbing was all about tiny holds on short routes? Think again. Here we've got five top European venues to recommend you: