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While a bite is generally harmless, it is possible that ticks carry and transmit diseases to humans. Stack the odds in your favour by knowing how to reduce the likelihood of a bite, and how to safely ...
The mountains at night can be hazardous, but also wonderful. Here are a handful of helpful tips for exploring the dark side.
The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) gathered this past weekend for its much-anticipated Basecamp Festival, combining community connection with a celebration of exceptional volunteer contributions ...
This 9th November, join other BMC members to help National Trust with conservation work on one of the Peak District’s high moor tops, in the vicinity of Kinder Scout, Bleaklow or the Upper Derwent ...
This weekend the BMC’s Big Clean Up on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) saw 50 volunteers and eight professional mountaineers hiking and abseiling respectively to collect and survey over 4,000 items of plastic ...
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 ...
Lowering off from a sport climb isn't always as easy as it is at the climbing wall. Knowing a few techniques can make the difference between an enjoyable day's climbing and a trip to A&E.
How does the traditional grading system work? The system for grading traditionally protected climbs in BMC guides is the traditional, two-part British grade, a combination of the adjectival and ...
This thrilling Grade 1 scramble in Eryri (Snowdonia) is one of the country’s most popular ridges - so what does it take to tackle Crib Goch?
An overview of the qualifications administered by Mountain Training for people wanting to lead groups in the hills and mountains.