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June 2021
Gower Power!
Gower was ultra popular back when we could climb somewhere - it had everything from sports to limestone trad climbing. Walkers had plenty of hills and beach sessions too. Date: Friday 18th - Sunday 20th June Location: Nicholaston Farm Time: Whenever you are able This is a camping meet so you'll need camping gear / rent a tent onsite if available / campervan or plan appropriate alternatives. Please check the campsite website for other options and let us know your…
Find out more »July 2021
Social Climb: Ardingly Sandstone
Otherwise known as Southern Sandstone, which is the local name for the Ardingly Sandstone of southeast England, a soft sandstone of Cretaceous age separating the Tunbridge Wells Sands from the overlying Grinstead Clay. OK, it's Bowles Rocks! 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. Date: 3rd July 2021 Location: Bowles Rocks…
Find out more »(S)Portland Time
The MMC year is incomplete without a hop and a skip down to Portland (in Dorset, not the US!). Be warned, if you're familiar with indoor walls, you'll feel a bit like you've gone to one (only with a much better view) with plenty of sports climbing routes to choose from. Walkers will have easy access to the Jurassic coast - it's beautiful, hilly, and windy. So make sure to bring the appropriate maps and gear! The best part? The…
Find out more »August 2021
Dartmoor in August
This is a great venue for both walking and climbing. The Dart valley is as green and pleasant as the moor is windswept and bracing. The beech woods of Dewerstone with the river Plym leaping through it are unique. The river Dart is pictured below. There is bouldering, single pitch and top rope opportunities on the magnificent Tors, granite outcrops (pictured below) and steep multi pitch climbing on granite at the Dewerstone including the classic test piece Climbers Club Direct…
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September 2021
September Sun in the Peaks
This year we've booked the stunning Hadhurst farm campsite situated in the stunning Hope Valley. With the mighty Kinder Scout to the north, Bamford Edge and Stanage really close by, it is a mecca for hillwalkers, climbers and mountain bikers or those who just love to soak up the finest views in the Peak District. Date: September 3rd - 5th Time: When you're able to get up there! Campsite Location: Hadhurst Farm campsite - https://ukholidayguide.net/camping-and-caravanning-in-the-peak-district-hardhurst-farm/ Organiser: Joe Contact: Meets@themmc.org.uk This…
Find out more »North Wales in September
We can't get enough of North Wales! Join us again, it's bound to be a belter. With all the climbing, walking, and access to other activities you could ever want, you're bound to find something fab to do. Date: September 17th - 19th Time: When you're able to get up there! Campsite Location: Dolgam - https://www.dolgam-snowdonia.co.uk/snowdonia Organiser: Anna Contact: Meets@themmc.org.uk This is a camping meet though attendees are welcome to look for alternative accommodation if they prefer. Let us know…
Find out more »October 2021
Social Climb: The Castle
Indoor Social Climbing is back! Join us at The Castle for Top Roping, Lead Climbing and Bouldering from 12pm to 3pm, and then take the opportunity to catch up with fellow MMC members at The Brownswood pub across the road. Date: 9th October 2021 Location: The Castle Climbing Centre - https://www.castle-climbing.co.uk/ Time: 12:00 Pub: The Brownswood - https://thebrownswood.co.uk/ Pub Time: 15:00 Register your interest with Oli : training@themmc.org.uk Non-Castle members will need to pre-book to climb directly with The Castle. If…
Find out more »Autumnal Peaks
We're at it again at the Peak District. This time, we'll be staying in a bunk house - joys. Somewhere warm! :D Date: October 15th - 17th Time: When you're able to get up there! Campsite Location: Nab View - https://ollerbrookfarm.co.uk/nab-view Organiser: Robin Contact: Meets@themmc.org.uk We will be staying in the Nab View bunk house. There are 18 spaces and to keep it fair, spaces will not be open until the meet email is out - therefore please ensure you…
Find out more »Social: Pilates for Climbers
We have teamed up with a local Pilates instructor to put on this 'Pilates for Climbers' taster session. Elsie will demonstrate how Pilates can benefit us climbers and how we can apply it directly on the walls. You can read more about her approach here : https://www.elsiemartins.com/pilatesforclimbers Why not come along and have a go! Date: 23rd October 2021 Location: EVOKE Fitness Studio (near The Castle Climbing Centre) – https://www.weareevoke.com/ Time: 14:00 Register your interest with Oli : training@themmc.org.uk All equipment…
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