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Jesse Grupper flashes Red River Gorge test-piece, Pure Imagination (5.14c/F8c+)

2nd Dec '23

Following his stellar lead performance at the Pan Am Games in Santiago Jesse has flashed one of the classic Chocolate Factory test-pieces.

Le Voyage gets more repeats from Le Nevé and Buhl

26th Nov '23

French climbers Melissa Le Nevé and Fabi Buhl have both made quick repeats of James Pearson’s Annot classic, Le Voyage.

Pete Whittaker gets third ascent of Stranger than Friction (5.14b), Utah

25th Nov '23

WideBoyz Pete Whittaker, has nabbed the third ascent of Stranger than Friction (5.14b) in Utah.

Anne Butler Becomes First Female President of Mountaineering Scotland

17th Nov '23

Confirmed recently at the 2023 Mountaineering Scotland AGM, she becomes the first woman to hold the post.

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Cliff Assault on West Penwith Cornwall

7th Sep '23

Mark Reeves tells of how the Cliff Assault Wing of the Royal Marines pioneered many of the early rock climbs in West Penwith in Cornwall including many popular classic climbs.

Everest 70 at the Royal Geographical Society

6th Jul '23

On the 13th of June 2023, the 70th anniversary of the first ascent of Everest in 1953 was celebrated at the Royal Geographical Society in London.

Around the Bloc: Smallacombe Rocks

21st Dec '22

Smallacombe Rocks offers excellent bouldering on superb moorland granite and is a fantastic place to get away from the crowds at Haytor.

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Climber magazine is bi-monthly with 6 print / digital issues a year with the focus on indoor and outdoor rock climbing, bouldering, snow and ice climbing. Whether experienced or new to climbing we have something for everyone including key news, detailed destination articles, interviews, in-depth gear reviews, opinion pieces, stunning photography, regular columnists, bouldering venues plus expert coaching and training advice.

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October 2023

1st Oct '23

Includes Craig y Castell Tremadog, Simonside Hills Northumberland, Himalayan Bouldering, Easy Climbs Halldrine Cove, Barrel bouldering, Mari Salvesen interview, Belay Jackets review + more...

August 2023

1st Aug '23

Includes Stennis Head Pembroke, Scottish Lowland Outcrops, Alex Luger interview, Easy Climbs Avon Gorge, Farley Wood bouldering, Brits on Mont Blanc 50s & 60s, Climbing ropes review + more...

June 2023

1st Jun '23

Includes Lakes trad Dow Crag, Easy Climbs – Almscliff, Romsdal Norway, Robin Proctor’s Scar, Brette Harrington interview, Wharncliffe bouldering, Gear – Tech Climbing Clothing + much more...

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Book and Gear Reviews View All »

Grit Blocs - book review

Ken Daykin reviews Grit Blocs:100 of the Finest Boulder Problems on Pennine Gritstone by Dave Parry

Mont Blanc Lines – book review

Ken Daykin reviews Alex Buisse's excellent mountaineering book, Mont Blanc Lines

Rab launch Material Facts Programme

18th Nov '22

Rab are taking a major step towards increasing transparency around CSR communications with the launch of Material Facts.

Videos

Berghaus - The Ascension Series - Episode 3 - Hamish Frost

Hamish Frost is a talented mountain and adventure photographer with a passion for capturing images of athletes pushing their limits in extreme mountain conditions in the Scottish Highlands. This film offers an intimate account of Hamish’s journey as a queer man living in Scotland.The episode aims to transcend stereotypes, break down barriers, and highlight the resilience and triumphs in the face of adversity. It demonstrates how people of all sexual orientations and gender identities can thrive in the outdoors, while recognising the challenges they may encounter along the way.

Berghaus - The Ascension Series - Episode 2 - Morag Skelton

Morag Skelton believes that nothing should come between anyone and getting out there in nature. As a deaf climber constantly pushing the limits of possible, she lives that belief.The Ascension Series explores stories of people pushing through barriers to define themselves in the great outdoors. Part two features Morag Skelton who doesn’t let being deaf limit what’s possible on the mountainside.

Berghaus - The Ascension Series - Episode 1 - Adam Raja

Outdoors photographer, climber, and activist Adam Raja stars a film that explores cultural heritage, identity, and connection to a landscape. An emotive film following a young Scottish man with Pakistani heritage who spent his youth embroiled in gang culture, knife crime, drug and alcohol abuse; until he set foot in the mountains.

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Jimmy Marshall 1929 – 2023 Obituary

13th Mar '23

Jimmy Marshall became one of Scotland’s finest-ever mountaineers and, as a winter climber, one of the most influential in the sport's history.

Ron James MBE 1933-2023

6th Mar '23

It is with great sadness that the family of Ron James, MBE, announced his passing on March 1st 2023 at the age of 90.

Paul Seddon 20th Oct 1940 – 3rd Nov 2022

28th Nov '22

Paul was a competent climber, caver and skier and, amongst other things, helped to provide a safer environment for climbers, cavers and workers at height. He was awarded an OBE in 2004.

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