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Cerdded Bryniau Newyddion

Plas y Brenin course discounts and more for BMC members

We’ve been working on some special offers for BMC members with our partners at Plas y Brenin, the National Outdoor Centre. Keep reading to discover how to access discounted skills courses for yourself.

13 Awst
3 min read

News

BMC volunteers all set for Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Big Clean Up

The Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Big Clean Up returns this Thursday 31 July to Saturday 2 August after a hugely successful event last year with 2,765 items of single-use plastic pollution removed from Wales’ highest mountain by BMC volunteers.

29 Gor
7 min read

Mynediad Newyddion

Access to nature inquiry launched by All-Party Parliamentary Group

Today, the All Party Parliamentary Group for Outdoor Recreation and Access to Nature has launched a Call for Evidence to examine how to allow more people to access the outdoors.

01 Gor
3 min read

Mynediad Newyddion

1% for the Planet accepts BMC ACT as Environmental Partner!

The BMC's Access & Conservation Trust (ACT) has joined the 1% for the Planet Environmental Partners network.

12 Meh
3 min read

Dringo Creigiau Newyddion

BMC secures access to iconic Skeleton Ridge route on The Needles, Isle of Wight

With the help from Chris Bonington and other legendary climbers, the BMC has reached an agreement with the Isle of Wight National Trust about rock climbing access at Skeleton Ridge on The Needles.

31 Mai
3 min read

Dringo Creigiau Newyddion

Southern Sandstone climbing - the life and work of Terry Tullis

Tim Daniells, the incoming chair of the BMC Land and Property Trust reflects on the life and contribution of Terry Tullis to the southern sandstone climbing scene.

31 Maw
5 min read

Mynediad Newyddion

Horseshoe Quarry made accessible to emergency vehicles and wheelchair users

Work has been carried out by the BMC's Land and Property Trust (LPT) at the BMC-owned site of Horseshoe Quarry to allow access for emergency vehicles and people using wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

19 Maw
8 min read

Mountaineering Destinations

Kyrgyzstan Climbing Expedition with Fay Manners and Katie Keeley

In August 2024, Fay Manners and Katie Keeley headed to the Karavashin mountain range in Kyrgyzstan for a month of big wall climbing.

21 Ion
17 min read

LATEST ARTICLES

Indoor Climbing Articles

FUNdamentals of Wellbeing

Are you a coach or instructor who would like to learn how to help climbers who may need some support with their mental health in order to access the fantastic wellbeing benefits of climbing? The FUNdamentals of Wellbeing workshop could be just what you need.

24 Meh
4 min read

Rock Climbing Articles

Fairy Cave Quarry Access

Fairy Cave Quarry requires access through a gate with a combination lock. Here's how climbers can gain access to the quarry.

20 Meh
2 min read

Dringo Creigiau Dysgwch Ger

Bolts and Fixed Equipment

With summer on the horizon here’s a timely safety reminder about bolts and other fixed equipment on our crags when rock climbing.

18 Meh
4 min read

Dringo Dan Do Dysgwch

Training for climbing and walking during pregnancy

This article aims to educate and to direct you to further resources so that you feel informed and empowered when making decisions about training for climbing and walking during pregnancy.

05 Meh
10 min read

Dringo Creigiau Dysgwch Ger

Five items you'll want for your Alpine trip this summer at Snow+Rock

When tackling the high peaks of the European Alps - where altitudes often soar between 3,000 and 4,000 metres - having the right gear isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. Whether you're summitting your first alpine peak or pushing into more technical terrain, equipping yourself properly ensures safety, comfort, and performance in mountain environments. From eyewear and poles to skincare and technical equipment, here’s Snow+Rock's recommendations on what you need for a successful alpine adventure.

03 Meh
5 min read

Rock Climbing Articles

How to claim BMC Personal Accident Cover

If you're an Individual BMC member who has been involved in a climbing (rock or plastic), hill walking or mountaineering accident, you could benefit from £10,000 Personal Accident cover included in your membership - you never know when it might come in handy.

12 Mai
5 min read
16-18 Mai 2025

Rock Climbing Articles

Hongian Ffest 2025

Dewch draw i Ŵyl Dringo Hongian! Penwythnos o ddringo traddodiadol, bowldro, cerdded bryniau a gweithdai awyr agored, wedi’u gwreiddio yn niwylliant ac ysbryd y rhan ryfeddol hon o Eryri.

Dringo Dan Do

Get to grips with route reading

Do you ever find yourself stuck mid-climb, lost in a sea of holds, wondering how on earth you got there in the first place and with no idea how to move up? Route reading is a key climbing skill that involves interpreting the moves on a route or problem, before you've left the ground.

23 Ebr
5 min read

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