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Who we are

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

Mynediad Newyddion

Wildfire Ranger funded by BMC Access & Conservation Trust

The BMC Access & Conservation Trust are delighted to fund the first ever dedicated Wildfire Ranger for the Peak District's Eastern Moors area.

26 Ion
2 min read
11 Chw 2026

Area Meetings

BMC London and South East Area Meeting

Area Meetings are run by volunteers and provide an opportunity for you to discuss issues and influence decisions affecting climbers and walkers locally and nationally, and to meet like-minded people and enjoy a sociable night out (or 'in' on Zoom). Area Meetings also provide the platform for election to a range of volunteer roles within the BMC.

Perfformiad

Morris finals at UIAA World Cup in Saas-Fee

GB Ice Climbing Team athlete Emma Bush reports from Saas-Fee, where the World Cup event delivered breakthrough performances and a defining weekend for the British team at one of the most iconic venues on the tour.

27 Ion
3 min read

News

BMC welcomes ‘vital’ Reconomics 3.0 report

The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) joined a meeting of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Outdoor Recreation & Access to Nature, the APPG for Swimming and APPG for Sport & Physical Recreation to launch Reconomics 3.0 at a meeting in Westminster, on Monday 26 January.

27 Ion
2 min read

Perfformiad Newyddion

Akhtar and Edwards crowned 2026 British Boulder Champions

Emma Edwards and Dayan Akhtar claimed the senior titles at the 2026 British Bouldering Championships, held this weekend at Depot Manchester. The early-season event also served as a key selection competition for the GB Climbing team.

26 Ion
1 min read
22 Chw 2026

Perfformiad Newyddion

Field narrowed down as British Boulder Championships progress in Manchester

The qualification rounds at the British Bouldering Championships are complete, with the field cut dramatically from 295 athletes to just 24 per category ahead of Sunday’s semi-finals.

24 Ion
3 min read

Mynediad Newyddion

Volunteers needed to protect Peak District from wildfire

Will you join us on Tuesday 10 or Sunday 22 February to plant sphagnum moss in the Eastern Moors to restore and protect this at-risk area from wildfire?

24 Ion
2 min read

Perfformiad Newyddion

British Boulder Championships return to Manchester this weekend

Britain’s best boulderers return to Manchester to battle it out for the coveted title of British Boulder Champion.

24 Ion
2 min read
28 Chw 2026

Article

Mynediad Newyddion

Path repair equipment donated by BMC Access & Conservation Trust

The BMC Access & Conservation Trust have donated four heavy duty cargo nets to Fix the Fells to help them move large stones during path repair work.

23 Ion
2 min read
16-17 Mai 2026

Hill Walking Articles

Mountain Medicine Festival 2026

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

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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

22 Chw 2026

The Climate Project Events

Sphagnum Moss Planting | Peak District | Sunday 22nd February 2026

Come join us on Sunday 22nd February on Burbage Moor for a fun day of planting Sphagnum Moss to help restore the local ecosystem!

10 Chw 2026

The Climate Project Events

Sphagnum Moss Planting | Peak District | Tuesday 10th February 2026

Come join us on Tues 10th February on Burbage Moor for a fun day of planting Sphagnum Moss to help restore the local ecosystem!

29 Ion 2026

Disciplines

Get Stuck In! Tree Planting Volunteering Day | Overdale Nature Reserve | Peak District | Thursday 29th January

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

14 Chw 2026

Yorkshire Walks

Yorkshire Social Walk | 14th February

Come join us for a Valentine's Day social walk from Marsden

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