The BMC has voluntary Access Representatives in all of the BMC Areas. The reps offer a first point of contact for climbers or walkers with questions about local access. Read more »
If you're heading out to the crags, don’t forget about the birds. With Covid-19 restrictions lifting in the near future, don't forget that there could be nesting birds on some climbs. Read more »
Every climber dreams of making their mark in a guidebook. But did you know that developing the wrong crag could not only lead to access problems, but also give you a criminal record? Read more »
Waiting for turf to freeze before climbing on it will probably increase the lifespan of both you and our rare arctic alpine plants. But how can you tell if a route is in condition? Rob Dyer takes a look. Read more »
Farewell long summer days. Hello crisp mornings and cold evenings, sticky slopers and solid crimps. At last, bouldering season is here. But whilst you crush project after project, remember that the rock is your friend, not your enemy. Read more »
Why do we have nesting restrictions and how do you find out about which crags are affected? BMC Access Officer Rob Dyer takes a look. Read more »
Don’t ruffle feathers by ignoring climbing restrictions – the consequences could be owl-ful. Read more »
Get all the essential BMC crag access info on Android or iPhone, with our new Regional Access Database (RAD) apps. Read more »
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