A summary of key BMC publications including links to free-to-download digital versions where available. Read more »
Accurate statistics for participation in outdoor sports are difficult to obtain. You don’t need to register to walk up a mountain or climb on a crag, and you don't need to be a member of the BMC to participate, although we'd love you to join. Read more »
A new media centre is available on the BMC website to help journalists cover stories on climbing, hill walking or mountaineering and issues affecting mountain areas. Read more »
There are many different activities described as climbing, hill walking and mountaineering. Many are outdoors activities whilst others take place on indoor climbing walls. Some activities are usually carried out with ropes to help manage the risks, whilst others, such as bouldering and hill walking, are invariably done without ropes. Read more »
An article in the Sunday Telegraph likens Paraclimbing World Champion Fran Brown to spider woman. One thing is for sure - she is a super woman. Read more »
How to contact the BMC press office and other related organisations. Read more »
If you haven't heard of The British Association of International Mountain Leaders, then you soon will as it has just appointed a Press & PR Officer. Read more »
Ten tips to get you off the ground and into climbing. Read more »
An introduction to risk in climbing and mountaineering. Plus how the BMC is involved in improving safety and promoting best practice. Read more »
Just what kit do you need to start climbing indoors? Read more »
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