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Mountaineering News

Livingstone and Česen's first ascent on the West Ridge of Gasherbrum III awarded Piolet d'Or

Tom Livingstone and Aleš Česen's ascent has been awarded the highest mountaineering merit - the Piolet d'Or - for the mountain's third ever complete ascent. We caught up with Tom and heard his views about the award and his experience of the climb itself.

30 Oct
6 min read
09 Dec 2025

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.

08 Dec 2025

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Leeds

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 2025

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Cardiff

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.

30 Nov 2025

North Cymru Walks

Ogwen Hike: 25 year celebration of CRoW Act | 30th November

This social walk celebrates 25 years of the Countryside and Rights of Way (CRoW) Act, which opened up access to land like never before. We’ll explore iconic landscapes in Eryri National Park, starting at Ogwen Cottage and passing through Cwm Idwal, known for its rich natural history, world renowned arctic plants and access rights provided under CRoW.

30 Nov 2025

Lakes Area Walks

Langdale Hike: 25 year celebration of CRoW act | 30th November

Come and join us to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the passing into law of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act, 2000. The act that gave us the legal right to walk on open access land across England and Wales.

06-07 Dec 2025

Events

England Climbing Trials | 6 & 7 December

The England Climbing Trials are the key selection event for the England Climbing Foundation and Development Programmes. Aimed at young athletes in the U13 and U15 age categories, the Trials offer a great opportunity to test their skills, grow through competition, and take part in a fun and supportive environment designed to encourage their long-term development in the sport.

Disciplines

Get Stuck In! Tree Planting Volunteering Day | Overdale Nature Reserve | Peak District | Saturday 10th Jan 26

Join other BMC members to help Derbyshire Wildlife Trust (DWT) plant trees in an area of upland pasture on the edge of high moorland.

28 Oct
5 min read

Access Articles

List of BMC Access Reps

The BMC has voluntary Access Representatives in all of the BMC Areas. The reps offer a first point of contact for climbers or walkers with questions about local access.

27 Oct
1 min read

Mountaineering Articles

Mountain Rescue Awareness Day: in conversation with Tom Carrick

Mountain Rescue teams are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year - whatever the weather. Across England and Wales, 47 volunteer teams stand ready to respond when people need help most, often in challenging and unpredictable conditions. 

26 Oct
5 min read

Access News

BMC Land & Property Trust seeks new Chair and Trustees

The BMC Land & Property Trust - the charity responsible for the BMC's land and property assets - is seeking a new Chair and up to four Trustees to join its Board. There are also opportunities to join our Land Management Group. These voluntary roles present a unique opportunity to help oversee the management of some of the UK's most important climbing and hill walking sites.

22 Oct
3 min read

Ski Mo News

How do I get into Ski Mo Racing?

There are many ways you can turn your love of running up hills or skiing down them in to getting involved in the competitive side of Ski Mountaineering. There is a race in the SkiMo calendar for every level of athlete - from those wishing to try the sport for the first time, to elite athletes competing for their country on the world stage.

21 Oct
2 min read

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Campaigns

From footpath repair, re-growing our moorlands to fight the climate crisis, to organised litter picks on the hills and to rallying members to write to their MPs asking for the removal of the sale of disposable BBQs, we have a great range of campaigns to get behind. Find out more about our active campaigns, and why they're making a difference to the British hills you love.

Volunteers

Our dedicated and passionate network of hundreds of volunteers are the lifeblood of the BMC. From opportunities within conservation, access, competitions and walk leaders. Come and join us!

Clubs

Looking to join a mountaineering, climbing or hill walking club or are you already a member? We have all the essential BMC clubs information and advice for you.

EVENTS CALENDAR

09 Dec 2025

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.

08 Dec 2025

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Leeds

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 2025

Mountaineering Articles

BMC Winter Lecture Series: Cardiff

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.

30 Nov 2025

North Cymru Walks

Ogwen Hike: 25 year celebration of CRoW Act | 30th November

This social walk celebrates 25 years of the Countryside and Rights of Way (CRoW) Act, which opened up access to land like never before. We’ll explore iconic landscapes in Eryri National Park, starting at Ogwen Cottage and passing through Cwm Idwal, known for its rich natural history, world renowned arctic plants and access rights provided under CRoW.

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