Blow away the Christmas cobwebs with a weekend of winter walking/climbing/mountain biking at Fronwydyr.

If you are planning to spend the Christmas/New Year week at Fronwydyr, or to come up earlier for the weekend meet, please check with Helen that there are enough spaces still available, and book with Helen in the usual way. If you want to extend and stay on for the weekend meet please ensure that you contact the meet steward to book onto this meet too.

Please contact meet steward before using the online booking system to check there are enough places available.

A two-week expedition to Aconcagua (6,962m) in Argentina, the highest summit in the Andes.

The actual dates for the expedition are still to be confirmed.

The climb itself is not really technical (unless we choose the glacier route), but still a strenuous, unsupported walk at very high altitude and potentially rough weather.

Due to the tough nature of this expedition, the group size is limited to 6.

For further information about the trip or to book on, please contact the meet steward.

Additional Note:
For those willing to extend their stay in the south or others willing to join after the main expedition, Federico will be staying in the continent for another month, exploring Patagonia. Spending some time in Bariloche (Arg), El Chalten (Arg) and Parque Nacional Torres del Paine (Chile). Plenty of opportunities for rock climbing, hiking, trail running, you name it. This part of the trip would be organised loosely, so open for people with flexibility and happy to do their own thing at times.

12 spaces booked by Croydon MC. The 4 loft spaces remain available for LMC members.

12 spaces booked by Polaris MC.
4 loft spaces available for LMC members.

The traditional Burns Supper meet.

Fresh air, hill walking/mountaineering followed by Haggis, neeps and Whiskey, what could be better?

Bookings will open 1st December, and as this is a popular meet, your hut fees will be requested in advance (therefore no online bookings)

Staying in the lovely Copper Mines Cottage in Conniston, limited to 16 places and the cost is £8 PPPN.

Arrive Friday, 22 and leave Sunday, 24 January.

Want to win 1 month unlimited climbing at the Westway?

Then enter the LMC Rockmaster Climbing Comp.

Top Rope and Lead Climbing category.

How does it work?: You'll be given a report card with 10 routes. Climb these routes in whatever order you like. 10 points for on-sight, 7 points for a second clean ascent and 3 points for a clean 3rd attempt. Most points win.

Venue is the Westway. Please arrive and be ready to climb by 7pm.

If you have any questions, please contact the meet steward.

12 spaces booked by the Southampton Rats.
4 loft spaces available for LMC members.

16 spaces available at the hut.

The LMC annual Winter Mountaineering meet based in Raeburn Hut, near Laggan.

The hut is centrally placed for the Cairngorms to the east, and the winter routes of Creag Meagaidh to the south-west. The rock climbing on both Creag Dubh, Newtonmore, and Binnein Shuas are also a short drive away. So there is plenty to do for mountaineers of all abilities.

Dates:
Arrive on Saturday, 6 February and depart on Saturday, 13 February 2016.

Costs:
The hut is booked for 12 people, £10 pppn.

for further information please contact either the meet steward or the meet secretary (Richard Bradford).

12 spaces are booked by the Lichfield MC.
4 loft spaces available to LMC members.

Winter scrambling and low grade winter mountaineering in Scotland for those looking to complete some Grade I/II Scottish winter routes whilst gaining experience of winter conditions and ropework.

The meet will be based between Fort William and Aviemore (depending on available accommodation) to allow access to the Cairngorms, the Ben Nevis massif and Craig Meagaidh depending on conditions and route choices.

The routes may vary from ungraded winter walking routes such as the traverse of the Grey Corries, to Grade I and II winter routes such as the Carn Mor Dearg arête or Ledge Route on Ben Nevis, or Raeburn's Gully in Creag Meagaidh. The routes chosen will depend on the composition of the group and the conditions.

Experience of winter walking essential and experience of ropework (and own gear) highly desirable.

Further information on accommodation to be posted in the New Year.

If you have any questions please contact the meet steward on 07772955345.

16 spaces available at the hut.

Back with popular demand.. A heaven for adventure climbing and hill walking.
Staying at the charmingly restored Kasbah Tizourgane.

Book early to take advantage of cheap flights

12/3/16 London Gatwick - Agadir 14.30-18.20
19/3/16 Agadir- London Gatwick 19.00-22.50

Sicily is located in the central Mediterranean and is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Its most prominent landmark is Mount Etna, which, at 3,350 m (10,990 ft.), is the tallest active volcano in Europe and one of the most active in the world.

The plan is travel out on Thursday (22/03) and stay at one of the well-appointed campsites about an hour and half drive from Palermo (the capital city). The campsite has under cover sitting and cooking area so there is no need to pack a stove! It also has a market, pool and bar/restaurant.

The climbing is literally out the back of the campsite and is mostly on limestone with bolted routes of about 1 pitch length.

There is certainly scope for lots of climbing, walking-lots of wild flowers and a few hills to negotiate. As well as plenty of archaeological sites of interest!

For more information about the trip or to book on please contact the meet steward.

Why pay school holiday air fares in order to queue amidst irritable overcrowded families and airports, when there are 1000's of classic routes on pristine granite, above turquoise waters and among palm trees here? 24 caravan places available roughly £10/night + additional camping with the affable Francis at Kelynack, St Just. All grades: the perfect launchpad for the year's activity. Plus dramatic coastal walks, sandy beaches, Land's End, Cornish pasties, cosy smugglers' inns, and plenty of sunshine.

The meet will be based around 2 of the "7 Stanes" Mountain biking centres, Ae and Maybie, which offer something for all from beginners to Expert riders.

jttp://www.7stanesmountainbiking.com

16 spaces available at the hut
HUT FULL -
CAMPING AT PRITCHARDS FARM TY ISAF (5 mins walk)

8 spaces booked by Cornwall CU.
8 spaces remain.

May Bank Holiday weekend working party.

The LMCs traditional May Bank holiday weekend in Pembroke climbing.

Hundreds of climbs at all grades on some of the finest sea cliffs in the country. There's something for everyone and when the weather's good, there's no better place to push your grade. For non-climbers, there's surfing and costal walking too.

Places on this meet are unlimited with unrestricted camping at the Rectory Fields in St Petrox. There will also be dinner in the pub on Saturday night.

Arrive late on Friday, 29 April, departing on Monday, 2 May.

Wye valley offers some fine limestone climbing (both sports & trad) and plenty of hill walking options.
Staying at Beeches farm campsite, one of very few campsites in UK that allow open fires & BBQ.
http://beechesfarmcampsite.co.uk/
Uninterrupted views of the valley come as standard :)
Only two hours drive from London, the campsite is conveniently located close to Shorn cliff and Offa's Dyke path.
Ancient Forest of Dean and winding river Wye provides a great backdrop to the climbing.

Leaving on Friday evening and returning on Sunday afternoon.

Ahead of this year’s LMC trip to Arolla, we’re planning a trip to Snowdonia to practise techniques that will be useful in the Alps, and simultaneously have some fun big mountain days. Please note that no teaching will be provided.

8 hut spaces at Fronwydyr available, with camping possible nearby.

Staying at the Ratagan SYHA. This is a stunning part of Scotland with plenty of options for climbers walkers and baggers.

This is an ideal location to explore a wild and rugged part of Scotland. For Munro baggers there are plenty of peaks to keep you occupied.

Arriving on Saturday 28 May and departing on Saturday 4 June.

A deposit of £133 for the accommodation will be required to secure your booking. You can pay in 2 installments to spread the cost.

Summertime in Snowdonia, hopefully, so it's that time again for a weekend at the club's hut. All welcome but new members are particularly welcome at the club's well appointed north Wales hut which is slap bang in the middle of Snowdonia's best walking, scrambling and climbing. Communal meal Saturday

The annual Grit Stone Gallop back by popular demand.

But what is this Gallop, alledgedly used by various clubs as a pre Alps training weekend the idea of the gallop is to climb one route at each of the eastern edges walking between them carrying all gear and food etc.
Starting at Stanage (high neb)
Stanage (plantation)
Stanage (popular)
Burbage north
Burbage south
Millstone
Lawrencefield
Frogatt
Curbar
Baslow
Gardoms
Birchen

Thats a total of 12 routes/crags. Purists/nutters will add Yarncliffe (bit of a hole) and Chatsworth which involves walking past the campsite and pub, not good. You'll have to be climbing by 7am and if you make it to the pub before closeing time you'll have done well. The real crux of the day seems to be getting back out of the Grindleford cafe, you have been warned !!!!

We'll be camping at the splendid Eric Byrne campsite situated right by the last crag Birchen, oh and it is near a great pub.

Arrive Friday evening (17/06) and depart Sunday (19/06).

Test your stamina on the annual challenge completing all of the Welsh 3,000ft mountains. Starting and finishing from the club hut, Fronwydyr.

Many start, few finish!

For those who complete the challenge in under 15 hours, the prize is a bottle of champagne, and a glass of respect!!

Also looking for support crew (seeking sponsorship from snickers, no promises). Please let the meet steward know if you can help.

A weekend of climbing and exploring Dartmoor's famous tors. The granite outcrops of the Dewerstone and Haytor (among others) offer varied routes throughout the grades. Walkers can explore the area's ancient moorland tracks.

Covered by West Country Climbs Rockfax, Pat Littlejohn/Climbers' Club's South West Climbs, as well as out of print (available second-hand) South Devon and Dartmoor guides by Nick White (published by Cordee) and Pat Littlejohn.

Staying at Cockingford Farm campsite, which is within striking distance of Haytor and the Rugglestone Inn pub. The Dewerstone is a drive away.

Arrive Friday, 8 and depart on Sunday 10 July.

One six-bed room has been booked by a LMC family group.
10 spaces remain.

A relaxing day of climbing and socialising at Bowles (or Harrisons). Whether you are looking to test yourself on notoriously technical sandstone or sip Pims at the base of the crag, we're combining both socialising and climbing in a follow up to this years successful meet.

Access is easy (you can drive and park at the base of the crag) and there are toilets onsite!

This years Alps meet will be based in Arolla In the heart of the Swiss Alps.

We will be camping at 'Camping Arolla', which is situated in a beautiful position with a panorama of stunning mountains and glaciers. It offers dozens of rock, mountaineering routes and walks of every variety starting just a stone’s throw away.

If you are interested in going on this meet, please email the meet steward.

Due to the nature of the meet, there will also be a planning meeting on Thursday, 19 May at 7.30pm at the Devereaux pub. This get together will give people opportunity to ask questions, think about possible routes and discuss transport to get everyone out to Switzerland.

camping at North Lees Campsite.

More information to follow.

Arrive Friday 29 and depart 31 July.

A weekend of classic rock in the Peak District.

Staying in the peace and quiet at North Lees campsite, which is located in a sheltered valley, 1.5 miles north of Hathersage and is within a short walking distance of Stanage Edge.

Arrive on Friday 29 and depart on Sunday 31 July.

UK's premium Sports Climbing venue.
Travel light as we will be staying at Portland Bunkhouse located close to the working lighthouse and sea cliffs. cost £17pppn bedding included.
Traditionally when it gets too hot, the brave head to Lulworth cove for Deep Water Soloing :)
BBQ on Saturday night (weather permitting)

Arriving on Friday evening and leaving on Sunday afternoon.

The two six-bed rooms have been booked by two LMC family groups.
4 loft spaces remain.

Come to North Devon for sun, sand, rocks and more sun! There is ample, brilliant climbing to be had on the culm coast, as well as great access to the coast path. There is even surfing and swimming!

We'll be camping at Greencliff Farm: http://www.greencliff-farm.co.uk/
We're paying £7pp/pn.

The campsite is right on the doorstep of the magnificent Devon coast, perfect for walking on the Coast Path. For climbers, Baggy point is a little over 40 minutes drive away, while 40 minutes in the other direction gets you to crags such as Vicarage Cliff, Lower Sharpnose and Blackchurch.

UPDATE: The first campsite booking is now full, and a second campsite (located 1km walk away) will be used for additional people. Luckily both campsites are in close proximity to the pub :)

For further information please contact the meet steward.

Arrive late Friday 19 and depart on Sunday 21 August.

Bank holiday weekend on the beaches of the Gower Peninsula, Britain's first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Climb or walk anywhere on the sea cliffs between Three Cliffs Bay and Fall Bay. Climb off the beach at low tide (9-12 am) or at high tide on various non-tidal cliffs like Lewes Castle, Fall Bay - a magnet for aspiring VS/HVS leaders on Isis and Osiris. If climbing is not your thing then there is plenty of walking to be had in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Local pubs within walking distance of the campsite at Oxwich.
https://sites.google.com/site/oxwichcampingpark/home

Fingers crossed for good weather!

Arriving on Friday, 26 and departing on Monday 29 August.

LOW TIDES (SWANSEA):
Sat: 08:24, 21:09
Sun: 09:47, 22:25
Mon: 10:55, 23:27

The BBQ meet is the summer jewel in the LMC social and meets programme.

Spend the weekend climbing or walking in North Wales and then on Saturday evening reflect on your days achievements (or not) with a beer and a beef burger...

Please note that a payment of £20 is requested to secure your booking. This will cover 2 nights hut fees and food at the BBQ. Direct debit is available.

For more information please contact the meet steward. 16 spaces available at the hut.

Accommodation is now full. Please contact meet steward if you still want to come and if there's enough interest, further accommodation could be arranged.

September is the perfect time to visit the Polish Tatras, as the mountains are less crowded and the weather is still lovely. The highest peak in the Polish Tatras is Rysy (2503m) with another twenty peaks over 2000m.
For hikers and walkers there are 275 km of marked trails located within Tatra National Park ranging in difficulty from very easy to extremely difficult - many fitted with safety equipment such as chains, iron steps or rope ladders.
For the more adventurous there is the option to walk from shelter to shelter over 2-3 days. There are 8 shelters, all of them at an elevation greater than 1100m. Staying at a shelter costs from £5 - £15 per night per person.
For rock climbers there are 5 large designated mountain areas with wide range of difficulties.

We have booked a villa in Zakopane with 15 single beds: https://www.vrbo.com/155147 The cost per person for a week of accommodation is £87. Please pay on the payments page to secure your place on the meet:
http://www.londonmountaineeringclub.com/payments/new

Recommended outbound flights to Krakow are:
- 08:45 03/09/2016 Ryanair @ Stansted -> Krakow
- 10:15 03/09/2016 easyJet @ Gatwick -> Krakow

Recommended return flights
- 16:50 10/09/2016 Ryanair @ Krakow -> Stansted
- 17:55 10/09/2016 easyJet @ Krakow -> Gatwick

Sports climbing weekend on the shores of Adriatic. Rovinj is a picturesque Venetian seaside town in Istria, Northern Croatia, officially bi-lingual (Croatian & Italian). The climbing there offers 100 routes F4 - F6c. Other venues are available en route to the airport, e.g. Napoleonica or Osp

Suggested flight details
To Trieste : Fri 16 Sep 2016 13:40
To Stansted: Mon 19 Sep 2016 17:15

Accommodation booked by the meet steward is full however others remain welcome to join us

After a 3 year hiatus abroad the LMC Yomp is returning to its spiritual home of Wales.

The yomp will take place over the "dragon's run" which comprises all the peaks that make up the spine of the Black Mountains.

We will be staying in a lovely bunkhouse just 10m from the 'The Dragons Back' (formerly the Castle Inn), where we will be able to get evening dinner on Saturday night and quench our thirst after a long day on the hill.

The hike will be involve a lot of ascent and will be about 25 miles.

The cost is £30 for two nights' accommodation.

Arrive late on Friday 23 and depart on Sunday 25 September.

Described as “the best bouldering area in Europe if not the world”, it might be worth a visit.

Leaving on Friday evening in a bus and returning on Sunday afternoon.

Get in touch with Chantal for more details

Autumn in the Lakes - what could be better?

Based in Wasdale between Wastwater and Wasdale Head, which provides immediate access to the highest fells in the Lake District, including England’s highest peak, Scafell Pike.

All bunkbarn spaces are taken but there is a campsite close by for hardy types.

Arriving Friday 7 and departing on Sunday 9 October.

8 spaces booked by LMC member.

12 spaces booked by Mercian MC.
4 loft spaces available for LMC members.

Enjoy late autumn climbing on positive rock! Biking, walking, caves, stately homes and tea rooms also available.

We'll be camping at Hardhurst Farm in Hope, which allows easy access to a number of gritstone and limestone crags.

Arriving late Friday 21 (unless anyone fancies going early) and departing on Sunday 23 October.

Annual climbing pilgrimage to Spain. Based at the Orange House. Sport climbing of all grades for all abilities along with excellent weather and good company.

Note: Meet originally planned for return on Mon 31st but due to Easyjet deciding to have much cheaper flights on Tuesday 1st I will fly back then. You are welcome to join me for the extra day of relaxation or climbing :-)

Easyjet flight options to Alicante from both Gatwick and Luton depending on which airport works for you :-

Gatwick -- Alicante
Outbound: Thu 27th Oct 05:50, arrive 09:20
Return: Mon 31st Oct 21:50, arrive 23:30
- or -
Return: Tue 1st Nov 21:50, arrive 23:30

Luton -- Alicante
Outbound: Thu 27th 06:10, arrive 09:45
Return: Mon 31st 18:55, arrive 20:40
- or -
Return: Tue 1st Nov 11:40, arrive 13:25
Note: Luton - There either isn't a late return flight after 29th Oct or Easyjet haven't yet released flight details for this flight yet. In previous years there has been a late flight at same times as Gatwick bound flight detailed above. Best to watch easyjet website...

THIS MEET IS FULL.
If you would like to camp or be placed on the waiting list please contact the meet steward.

Fireworks, Sparklers and general merriment. What could be better. A classic LMC meet.

As this is a popular meet, I am asking for a deposit to cover hut fees, fireworks and a communal meal on the Saturday night. It is £27 for members and £31 for guests. Please make your payment before booking on the meet. If you prefer to send a cheque please let me know via email.

MEET FULL, waiting list at 3 people
Optional Classroom session -
All are invited to a pre-meet map and compass skills refresher/starter lesson.

This will take place on Monday 7th Nov 7pm The Devereux pub in Temple. Please bring OL17 Ordnance Survey map and a compass".

Weekend information -
Navigation using a traditional map and compass is a key skill to travel safely in the mountains.

The weekend will focus on practical exercises and mountain routes to allow members to learn and practice navigation/map reading skills, including night navigation. Complete beginners and more experienced are all welcome.

The meet will once again be run by Stephen Clark an experienced LMC member and Emma Blount will be the meet steward. If you have any questions about the meet please contact Emma.

Arrive at the hut on Friday 11 And depart on Sunday 13 November.

DINNER MEET NOW FULL

The 2016 LMC Welsh Dinner meet will take place at the Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis on Saturday November 26th.
Save the date! Spaces will be in great demand.

The general format of the meet is to get wet and miserable on the mountains in November, followed by a shower, formal dinner (smart dress optional but recommended) in hotel along with ceilidh dancing.

You can either stay in mountaineering huts with the rest of us or book your own couples room in the hotel. A bus is provided to ferry people from huts to hotel and back.

Please download the booking form and email your completed form to Helen.
Click here to download the booking form

12 spaces booked by The Eagle Ski Club.

MEET FULL
The annual pre Christmas meet in Scotland.

Climb unpronounceable peaks in inclement weather and then celebrate in a nice hut/hostel over hot food and a wee dram of whiskey!

This meet is aimed for Winter walkers rather than winter climbers. However, attendees need to be able to use crampons and ice axe if necessary.

The meet will be based in Tyndrum

Arrive on Thursday 8th and depart on Sunday 11 December (3 bed nights).