I've just been reviewing my need for BMC membership and compared their costs with the Austrian Alpine Club(UK Section) These are the comparative costs for one year's membership and one (hypothetical) trip to the alps or similar.
BMC AAC
Membership £39.95 Membership £40
Insurance £70.00 Search and Rescue included
Reciprocal Rights £45 Hut discount Included
Stand alone Travel insurance £45
Total £154.95 £85
I really can't see any point in stumping up another £70 for the BMC "deal" or am I missing something?