Gower Climbing Festival

BMC Gower Climbing Festival is a weekend of adventure on the Gower Peninsula in South Wales. Whether you're a seasoned sea-cliff climber or new to outdoor trad, this community-driven festival is the perfect way to explore Gower's stunning limestone cliffs. Expect epic routes, social gatherings, and plenty of local knowledge to help you make the most of your time on the rock. Come for the climbing, stay for the good vibes – and let’s celebrate one of Britain’s best coastal areas together!

Base camp will be held at the beautiful Moorlakes Wood campsite where there will be space for camping, campervanning and even hammocking! We will have a variety of activities to do on-site including morning yoga, gear demos with Petzl, slacklining, campfires, discos, talks and more! In the evenings there will be a fully licensed bar selling a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and you can choose the fully catered ticket option to get breakfast and dinner cooked for you on Saturday and Sunday.

During the day plenty of locals will be around to recommend the best climbing locations across the peninsula. Or if you want to learn something new, we have climbing instructors running courses on a variety of skills from taking the first steps to climbing outside to self rescue on sea cliffs.

The BMC Gower Climbing Festival is entirely non-profit, organised and run by a small team of volunteers and supported by funding from the British Mountaineering Council.

TICKETS WILL BE RELEASED AT 6pm SUNDAY 30th MARCH 2025

BMC Gower Festival Bursary Scheme

This scheme aims to make the festival more accessible by providing financial support to individuals who may face barriers to participation.

This initiative is designed to support climbers from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent them from experiencing the festival. The bursary may cover entry fees, travel, or accommodation costs, depending on individual needs.

Applications will be reviewed based on specific criteria to ensure fair distribution of support, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. We have 10 bursary places available and bursary applications close on 30th April. You will not need to purchase a ticket to apply.

Please apply for the scheme using the following link below.