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From climbing walls to mountain peaks, we are building a movement, where challenge is invited, access is open, and there’s a route for everyone. We work for every hill walker, climber and mountaineer.

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Join a BMC local area walk

Whether you’ve been getting out hiking for years or are looking to get started, why not come along to one of our social walks?

Latest

30 May 2026

Peak Area Walks

Peak District Wildfire Fundraiser Walk | 30th May

Join us during the Big Walking Weekend for a fundraising wildfire walk to help the BMC Access & Conservation Trust raise money to protect the Eastern Moor hiking and climbing areas from wildfires.

06 Mar 2026

Midland Area Walks

BMC Hill Walking Skills evening: Night Navigation in the Lowlands

This training activity will explore the experience of walking at night in a lowland area utilising the local Rights of Way system.

26 Mar 2026

Volunteering Events

Trowbarrow Crag Clean Up | 26th March

Volunteer with the BMC at Trowbarrow Crag.

14-21 Mar 2026

Volunteering Events

Training to replace Fixed Gear - Cheddar Gorge | 14 or 21 March

Interested in helping to replace old fixed gear in Cheddar Gorge?

28 Feb 2026

Volunteering Events

Torquay Crag Clean Up | 28th February

Join other South West volunteers in Torquay to help tidy up Meadfoot and Upper Daddy crags to ensure easy access and enjoyable climbing can be had.

Skimo News

Back with a bang: British Skimo Championships 2026 return to Glenshee

On Saturday 7 February 2026, the 11th British Skimo Championships lit up Glenshee Ski Centre. Thirty three racers clicked into their bindings, skins ready and lungs primed.

16 Feb
2 min read

Mountaineering News

TALK: 'Alex MacIntyre and the birth of Light and Fast Alpinism' with John Porter

Watch the recording from the enthralling evening on 7th Feb 2026 about Alex MacIntyre and the birth of Light and Fast Alpinism. This talk was a fundraising event with all proceeds going to our current huts fundraiser.

16 Feb
3 min read

Rock Destinations

Sport climbing in Val Pennavaire, Italy

Imagine steep orange limestone streaked with tufas, glowing in the evening sunshine. A cool snaking river winding in the valley below, a sparkling Mediterranean sea a short drive away and within minutes of the crag, charming villages, lovely accommodation, and as much Italian gelato as you can eat! Steve McClure has written his guide to one of Italy's best climbing destinations.

10 Feb
6 min read

Skimo News

GB Skimo's Innes shines at Pointes Blanches victory and battles to 13th at Belle Étoile

February was a big month in the mountains for GB ski mountaineer Iain Innes, delivering a standout individual win before teaming up for a hard-fought result at one of the Alps’ most demanding team races.

09 Feb
2 min read
07 Mar 2026

North Cymru Walks

Eryri Social Walk | 7th March

Join us on a social walk in Eryri for a full mountain day combining practical mountain skills with an unforgettable hill walk across four stunning peaks: Carnedd y Filiast, Mynydd Perfedd, Elidir Fawr and Elidir Fach.

Skimo News

GB Skimo's Ursula Catton takes Gold in Masters World Championships

Ursula Catton gains first ever Skimo female podium for GB at Masters level on the world stage at the ISMF Masters World Championships.

07 Feb
2 min read

Associate Wall News

Climbing for All at the Foundry Sheffield

From first-time climbers to confident regulars, Climbing for All Sheffield is helping to make indoor climbing more accessible and inclusive. Based at The Foundry, this volunteer-led charity is supporting young people and adults with a wide range of needs to build confidence, community and a lifelong love of climbing. The BMC's Climbing Development Manager, Dan Middleton, popped along to one of their sessions.

05 Feb
6 min read

GET INVOLVED

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

06 Mar 2026

Midland Area Walks

BMC Hill Walking Skills evening: Night Navigation in the Lowlands

This training activity will explore the experience of walking at night in a lowland area utilising the local Rights of Way system.

07 Mar 2026

North Cymru Walks

Eryri Social Walk | 7th March

Join us on a social walk in Eryri for a full mountain day combining practical mountain skills with an unforgettable hill walk across four stunning peaks: Carnedd y Filiast, Mynydd Perfedd, Elidir Fawr and Elidir Fach.

15 Mar 2026

Lakes Area Walks

Ullswater Social Walk | 15th March

Join us for a social hike for fine views over Ullswater and summiting Place Fell.

07 Mar 2026

North West Area Walks

Isle of Man Social Walk | 7th March

Join along for some epic scenery with BMC affiliated club Manx Adventure & Expo

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