UKC Feature Articles

If you're thinking of heading out on the popular area of the Southern Sandstone in South England this year, then it's worth... [ full story ]

In this article Tiffany Stoneman briefly recounts a fantastic holiday to Spain. "With roadside or very short walk-ins, it's a... [ full story ]

In this exclusive account Nick Bullock looks back on one of the most significant winter routes of this season, the bold and... [ full story ]

An account of a fantastic hut to hut climbing trip, chasing 4000m peaks in the Bernese Oberland last summer. "The success of... [ full story ]

In February 2013, a British team consisting of Neil Gresham, Ian Parnell, Mark Garthwaite and Kenton Cool visited the Lyngen... [ full story ]

UKClimbing FAQs

The snow might be melting away on the hills of home, but out in the Alps the ski mountaineering season is in full swing. Keen... [ full story ]

They may be small, but few things can spoil a hill day as effectively as blisters. A bad case might even put you temporarily out... [ full story ]

Are navigation errors always the fault of the individual navigator, or might there sometimes be a problem with the compass, a... [ full story ]

Gear Reviews

Sarah Stirling has been 'shredding the gnar' in the Scarpa Gea RS touring boots. "Very free and flexible in walk mode,... [ full review ]

Sarah Stirling reviews some lightweight skis from Ski Trab. They were good on the uphills, but how did they cope with the... [ full review ]

This innovative assisted-braking belay device from Climbing Technology is aimed at the single-rope sport climber and indoor... [ full review ]

Sarah Stirling reviews a lightweight down jacket from British brand, Rab... [ full review ]

In this review we outline the important things to look for in a hard shell, then compare eight men's and women's jackets we've... [ full review ]

Latest Product News

Mountain Hardwear is inspired by the way its athletes redefine the limits of their sports and by the way they live their lives.... [ full story ]

As a special offer for readers of UKClimbing.com and UKHillwalking.com you can get the SOTO Muka Stove from Mountain Leisure for... [ full story ]

Valor is the new rock all round rock shoe from Evolv. Featuring the same comfort and fit as the popular Defy, but with increased... [ full story ]

Latest Product News

The legendary Masters of Stone series is back – and as good as ever! The entire series is now available to download or rent from... [ full story ]

This three-season 750+ fill-power goose down sleeping bag features a cutting-edge combination of technology, design and... [ full story ]

Needlesports, Outside, RockOn and V12 are announced as Mammut 'Pro Rope Dealers'. [ full story ]

With a maximum weight of 165 g, the SIROCCO becomes the new standard for lightweight helmets. [ full story ]

Fantastic deals on 2 fantastic technical sleeping mats from Hyalite Equipment, with Free UK Delivery! [ full story ]

The Summit Register carries on the work of MSR's Mountain Safety Research Newsletter. MSR's founder Larry Penberthy created and... [ full story ]

German climbing specialists EDELRID recently introduced two new climbing harnesses to the UK market – the Orion (RRP: £85), a... [ full story ]

Icebreaker unveils GT150 base layer, an ultralight technical base layer with great stretch and shape retention. The Bolt series... [ full story ]

Cardiff based company are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Camping & Leisure Sales Executive. [ full story ]

Harrogate Climbing Centre is looking to recruit an Assistant Manager for the centre. [ full story ]

The Epicentre is running a monthly promotion on selected Osprey packs Up to 20% off while stocks last [ full story ]

Moungtain Equipment are looking for an Insulated (Down) Garment Technologist/Developer. The successful candidate will be... [ full story ]

The Kriti Tech is from our Khangri Alpine Series – Athlete inspired and athlete driven this range consists of product that use... [ full story ]

New for spring summer 2013. Ultra Tour 22: Fast ultra distance trail race and summit day pack [ full story ]

The BMC has a vacancy for an IT & Database Co-ordinator at their Manchester office. [ full story ]

The Epicentre, Ambleside, are recruiting for a full time Supervisory position. The ideal candidate will have Supervisory... [ full story ]

Latest Product News

A new light weight climbing pant from Trangoworld - perfect for rock and for urban life. [ full story ]

Montane will be supporting Andy Kirkpatrick in his forthcoming climbing exploits and will also be working with him to create... [ full story ]

Already feted as 'among the best approach shoes we've ever tested' by Climbing Magazine in the USA the new Wildfire is an... [ full story ]

Following the success of last year's Big Walks, we're dedicating the entire centre to a relaxing summer weekend walking event.... [ full story ]

Boulder Central, The West Midlands' biggest bouldering centre, will be turning one this May and will be celebrating with two... [ full story ]

Geckos Climbing Ltd runs climbing sessions for children mainly aged 9-16 at The Castle Climbing Centre in London. We are... [ full story ]

The Castle - London's premier climbing wall - is looking for a new maintenance manager to form an integral part of the team.... [ full story ]

The Castle Climbing Centre, London's premier climbing wall, is looking for freelance Climbing Instructors. [ full story ]

The new Nacho from Red Chili is a full-blooded slipper built to complement and complete Red Chili's high-end climbing shoe range.... [ full story ]

Rab are looking for someone who's a team player and passionate about their products and the outdoors. The ideal candidate will... [ full story ]

Fizan has developed a new 'concept' in external locking systems. [ full story ]

Chamonix Mountain Festival invites all climbers and mountain enthusiasts to join in a week of climbing, ski touring and... [ full story ]

In a radical departure for Rockfax, we have decided to tackle a major new book to the wonderful climbing found in the remote... [ full story ]

Competitions

We have teamed up with VisitScotland to offer you the chance to win an exhilarating outdoor break! Your prize includes: a... [ full story ]