Belaying techniques. You can use a variety of belay techniques to protect scrambles: Direct belays: run the rope around a solid spike or block to create a fast belay.. Italian hitch belays: using a ...

Planning. Planning is a crucial aspect of Wainwright bagging, not just from a route planning perspective but a safety one as well. When planning your route, you must consider many factors such as the ...

Striding Edge is a classic Grade 1 scramble in the Lake District - and if you’re looking to make your first foray into scrambling territory then it’s the perfect place to start. Here, we take a look ...

Planning outdoor adventures comes with lots of preparation and adding a period into the mix can be one more thing to think about. While not everyone will be up for a hike or a climb on their period, ...

The Yr Wyddfa Big Clean Up is back again for 2025. Following on from the success of last year's big clean up, we're heading back to Yr Wyddfa with our litter pickers and bags.

10 hillwalking films to inspire your next adventure. Having a duvet day or a quiet night in? We've got you covered. There's nothing better than a day in the hills - but we think planning a day in the ...

BMC North West 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 ...

We've been working with our friends at komoot to add this exclusive benefit to your BMC membership. All BMC members get 90 days of komoot Premium for free. Komoot lets you find, plan, and share ...

GB Paraclimbing greats took to the wall in Innsbruck, showcasing skill, strength and tenacity in the second World Cup of the 2025 series.

This social walk will climb to the top of Helm Crag, with an optional visit to the actual highest point. Secure your free place on the walk by following the link below. Important Note: Places are ...

Get skilled up “You should already be confident moving on Grade 1 ground without a rope before you think about doing Aonach Eagach,” says locally-based mountaineering instructor Alan Halewood, who ...

Mountain safety matters - and it’s more important than ever as more people take to the hills and mountains of England and Wales. That’s why, since April 2024, the BMC has been coordinating a new ...