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Today we are pleased to release the trailer for UKC's new feature-length documentary: Statement of Youth. The 1980's saw climbing...
Calum Muskett rounds-up the last year (or two) in North Wales trad...
It's been an amazing year to be a rock climber in North...
Digital Features
Humans of Climbing: Volume 2
Inspired by the popular Humans of New York Facebook series by Brandon Stanton, we thought that sharing short vignettes from a cross section of the climbing community would serve as an antidote to the political polemic of today's society. Here's Volume 2 collated from our Facebook posts.
The Finest Crags in the UK & Ireland: Lewis, Outer Hebrides
Far, far away on the rugged coastline of Western Lewis stand some of the wildest sea cliffs in Britain. Lifetimes worth of new routing opportunities lie just waiting to be discovered in one of the most unspoiled locations in Scotland.
The Finest Crags in the UK & Ireland: Tremadog
Overlooking the village of Tremadog, the sun-blessed cliffs of Craig Pant Ifan and Bwlch y Moch offer over 300 routes ranging from difficult to E7 on some of Wales' best rock. When the routes in Llanberis pass are cloaked in a veil of mist, Tremadog's fine compact Dolerite is often basking in the sun.
The Finest Crags in the UK & Ireland: The Roaches
Away from the mayhem of the Eastern Edges, the Roaches enjoys a unique atmosphere of its own. Amongst this mind-boggling cluster of chaotically balanced gritstone boulders are over 350 of the most varied and interesting climbs in the Peak District.
The TX2 has the lightness, comfort and grippy tread of a trail shoe without sacrificing performance on the rock, says Tom Ripley....
It's light, comfy and well featured - but why did this superb climber's pack have to be so dark coloured, asks Toby Archer?
This stiff down-turned velcro shoe gives a lot of power in the toe and heel whilst maintaining good levels of support. It is...
The famous Wolfgang Güllich once said: "The brain is the most important muscle for climbing." Utilising the power of your mind...
How would you like to win yourself the brand new Rab Microlight Summit jacket just in time for the anticipated "freak winter"...
Fjӓllrӓven is offering UKC members the opportunity to gear up for winter adventures with the chance to win one of two Abisko...
Drawing on four decades of knowledge, expertise and innovation, Osprey's Fall 2018 season is Built on Experience with three brand...
The Beal BE QUICK karabiner is particularly suited for frequent use as it is quick and easy to lock and unlock. It is very...
The famous Wolfgang Güllich once said: "The brain is the most important muscle for climbing." Utilizing the power of your mind...
In 2017 The North Face sent a group of climbers to Queen Maud Land, Antarctica to explore one of the most remote ranges in the...
Here it is; the film that everyone's been talking about. Kendal hosts the UK Premiere of Free Solo, the amazing story of Alex...
The popular Battle of Britain competition is back once again for 2018 - online sign-up is now available.
Stronghold Climbing Centre in North London is looking for friendly, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals to join their team.
An opportunity to be part of our busy bookings team at The Castle has arisen. We are looking for a bookings assistant as part of...
Beacon Climbing Center in North Wales is currently looking for somebody enthusiastic, customer-focused and resourceful to work on...
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Rockfax
Sept 2018
This covers the amazing quarries near Llanberis famous for their technical run-out slabs and, more recently, for the wealth of sport climbing. It is also famous for the bizarre and spectacular rock formations that give a unique climbing environment.
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