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January 2022
North Wales in January
Join us in snowy North Wales! Ogwen Valley is incredibly beautiful whatever the weather so come enjoy the frosty surroundings. Date: 21st - 23rd January Time: When you're able to get up there! Location: Helyg Hut in Ogwen Valley, near the base of Tryfan - https://www.climbers-club.co.uk/venues/helyg-ogwen/ Organiser: David Contact: Meets@themmc.org.uk Spaces are limited to 13 people so we will open these up when the email goes out to keep it fair. Therefore please ensure you contact Marie, membership@themmc.org.uk to ensure you…
Find out more »February 2022
The Lakes in February
We will be heading to the delights of the Lake District in February, staying near Helvellyn for up to 3 nights. We are also hoping to organise Winter Skills training for this meet, though the current COVID climate is making the logistics of planning this challenging and it has to be considered TBC at this stage. Date: 18th – 21st February Time: When you’re able to get up there! Location: Bury Jubilee Outdoor Pursuits Centre – https://www.buryhostel.org.uk/ Organiser: Matt Contact: socialsec@themmc.org.uk Travel…
Find out more »March 2022
Social Walk: Ashridge and Ivinghoe Beacon
It's that time of year again where the weather doesn't know what's going on, so we're heading off for a walk in the lovely Ashridge and maybe even the Ivinghoe Beacon. It boasts some of the finest views in the Chiltern Hills and woodlands, chalk meadows. The bluebells may be out in the woods. Near the end we reach the timber-framed houses of postcard-worthy Aldbury and its pubs. The route climbs towards Ivinghoe Beacon, at one end of the Ridgeway,…
Find out more »Social Walk: Amberley to Arundel
The plan is to go for a stroll from Amberley to Arundel - it's really tickled our organiser and they think it's a fantastic walk to do. So let's go! Date: Saturday 26th March Time: We advise everyone to aim for 10:30/11am arrival at the location. **This will be updated closer to the time to account for train travel from London hub stations**. Location: Amberley to Arundel - distance according to this is 9miles (14.5km): https://www.walkingclub.org.uk/walk/amberley-to-arundel/ Organiser: Sarah (with Christine…
Find out more »Social Climb: The Castle
Join us at The Castle for some indoor climbing, followed by drinks in the The Brownswood pub across the road. This is a great opportunity to meet the club and other like-minded climbers! Date: 27th March Location: The Castle Climbing Centre - https://www.castle-climbing.co.uk/ Time: 12:00 Pub: The Brownswood - https://www.thebrownswood.co.uk/ Pub Time: 15:00 Register your interest with Oli : trainingsec@themmc.org.uk Non-Castle members will need to pre-book directly with The Castle. If you do not have your own climbing shoes, harness or…
Find out more »April 2022
Social Climb: Bowles Rocks
Bowles Rocks is one of the more popular Southern Sandstone outcrops of southeast England, a soft sandstone of Cretaceous age near Tunbridge Wells. It is deservedly popular as it is a great spot for people of all ages and abilities to climb, with convenient onsite facilities and parking. Experienced climbers will be on hand to set up top roped routes for everyone to have a go on, so come on down and meet the club. Date: 2nd April Location: Bowles…
Find out more »Easter in Cornwall
Join us for the Easter weekend at Lower Penderleath campsite. Walking, Climbing, Sea activities, you name there is something for all! Adults £12.50 each per night Sorry, no dogs allowed Campers are to depart by 11am on departure day No refunds for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures PAYMENT Payments in cash on arrival, or via BACS at time of booking. Sorry, no card payments
Find out more »Fontainebleau Bunnies
A little bit of je ne quoi in the sand forest of a Paris suburb. Did I sell it to you? Did you know that there is a palace there? Who cares, it's a Boulderer's paradise! The forest of Fontainebleau lies in the presence of sand, plateaux and sandstone boulders and rocks. 16,111 routes in 90 crags, isn't it glorious? This is a traditional overseas meet that has been organised for many years by Simon MC.
Find out more »North Wales Training
Now, this is exciting! If you wish to learn the ropes, literally, this could be the opportunity. There might be the opportunity to brush up on skills as well, for those who already know the basics, or to learn more advanced techniques. We have organised successful training for beginner and intermediate climbers in the past and this ia a great opportunity, especially if you are new to Trad climbing. Of course we will have the usual climbing group aficionados that…
Find out more »June 2022
Lake District Platinum Jubilee
What is a better way to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee than a lovely long weekend in Eskdale?! With this being a special Bank Holiday weekend, we have to be flexible. Official days are 2nd-5th, but you are welcome to come from the 1st. Campsite is TBC at the moment, but you can still put the dates in the calendar!
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