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Musson and Jamieson round out GB results at IFSC Paraclimbing World Championships
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IFSC World Championships: All seven GB Boulder athletes advance to semi-finals
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Sphagnum Moss Planting | Peak District | Thursday 22nd January 2026
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Musson and Jamieson round out GB results at IFSC Paraclimbing World Championships
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The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) is dedicated to developing and promoting climbing in all its forms, while fostering an inclusive, competitive environment that meets international standards.
We are seeking feedback on our proposed National Competition strategy and whether the future direction of the strategy is fit for purpose.
The consultation window will close on Tuesday 30 September.
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GB Climbing's Erin McNeice has secured her place in the Lead World Championship finals, continuing a remarkable season that has already seen her crowned the overall Euroholds Lead World Cup champion.
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A very exciting new member benefit has just arrived at the crag. For the first time ever, Rockfax Digital is offering an exclusive discount of 15% off just for BMC members. Whether you’re heading off to a local crag sesh or your first overseas climbing adventure, this offer gives you instant digital access to a huge range of guidebooks.
Performance News
British athletes Luke Jamieson (RP1) and Sebastian Musson (AU2) closed out the IFSC World Championships in Seoul with impressive performances, placing 5th and 4th respectively in their categories.
Rock Climbing News
Over the first weekend of spring, 19 young climbers aged 10 to 17 came together in Wooler for the annual BMC North East / Rock Solid Northumberland Youth Meet 2025. With the iconic sandstone crags of Northumberland as their playground, the group enjoyed two days of climbing, learning and laughter – with just enough rain to provide a valuable lesson in outdoor ethics.
Performance News
The GB Climbing team made a statement in the Boulder qualifications rounds at the IFSC World Championships, with all seven athletes securing places in the semi-finals.
The Climate Project Events
Come join us on Thursday 22nd January on Kinder Scout for a fun day of planting Sphagnum Moss to help restore the local ecosystem!
The Climate Project Events
Come join us on Weds 26th November on Kinder Scout for a fun day of planting Sphagnum Moss to help restore the local ecosystem!
Access News
This September, a team of 12 BMC volunteers laid stepping stones through boggy ground, planted acorns and collected hawthorn berries in Eryri (Snowdonia) as part of the BMC Access & Conservation Trust's Get Stuck In programme.
Hill Walking Articles
From UK mountain first aid to cutting edge high altitude research, join the BMC/BMMS/ISMM Mountain Medicine Festival on the 16 - 22 May 2026
Performance News
British climbers Luke Jamieson and Sebastian Musson have advanced to the finals of the 2025 IFSC Paraclimbing World Championships, following strong performances in the opening rounds at Olympic Park in Seoul.
Access News
As part of our collective mission to protect the places we love to climb, walk and explore, Cotswold Outdoor – the BMC’s Official Outdoor Retailer – has donated £21,040.91 to The Climate Project, supporting vital conservation work through the BMC’s Access & Conservation Trust.
Rock Climbing
We’re excited to announce that next year’s International Summer Meet will take place on: 13th – 21st June 2026 Llanberis, North Wales, UK
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The Climate Project Events
Come join us on Thursday 22nd January on Kinder Scout for a fun day of planting Sphagnum Moss to help restore the local ecosystem!
The Climate Project Events
Come join us on Weds 26th November on Kinder Scout for a fun day of planting Sphagnum Moss to help restore the local ecosystem!
Yorkshire Walks
This social walk will visit highlights of the Yorkshire Dales, including Hoffman Kiln, Stainforth, Catrigg Force waterfall, Winskill Stones, Attermere Scar and the dramatic Victoria Cave
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This social walk will head to the south side of the South Downs and the escarpment on the North side.