The sphagnum-planting season has come to an end to allow the ground-nesting birds to, well, ground nest! Thank you to all the volunteers that have helped the BMC to plant over 16,000 plugs of this ...

Following the second public consultation process (find details from the first consultation here), the documents have been adjusted to incorporate the feedback received and to reflect recent ...

Clothing: Dress in layers, including waterproofs, as conditions can vary; bring a hat and gloves according to the weather conditions. In windy conditions, the Stiperstones are very exposed and ...

The best way to find out what happens at BMC area meetings is to go along to one. They are open to all, and you’re encouraged, and very welcome, to attend. Area meetings are the base from which the ...

Since 1 December 2025, all BMC Travel Insurance policies now include even more protection, helping you when you most need it on your adventures. Whether you’re heading out for a week skiing in Europe ...

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 ...

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. All are welcome. Whether you are ...

Climbing Via Ferratas is exciting, challenging and popular. The winning combination of new “iron ways” being put up across the Alpine regions, and safe, modern equipment means that more people are ...

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 The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) and British ...

Climbers use quickdraws to attach their rope to pieces of protection when lead climbing. A quickdraw consists of two karabiners connected by a textile sling. Find out about the different types and ...

In recent years, the concern of the demands on Mountain Rescue volunteers across England and Wales has been increasing, in 2023 there was a total of 3,462 calls resulting in 2,775 deployments of team ...

Dan is the in-house gear geek and acts as Secretary for the Technical Committee, who work on equipment standards and provide guidance on the use of safety equipment. He also works on the development ...