Walk Climb Connect
Bedford Mountaineering Club exists to bring people together through a shared love of mountains. We believe that time spent outdoors develops friendships and creates unforgettable experiences.
Our purpose is simple: to help people discover adventure, feel part of a welcoming community, and grow their skills in the mountains.
We create this sense of belonging through an informal, inclusive atmosphere where newcomers are genuinely welcomed. We support both climbers and walkers of all abilities, encouraging progression without pressure. Our approach blends regular mountain trips and social connection.
We are a group of around 40 mountain enthusiasts based in and around Bedfordshire. Our activities include:
– Monthly hut-based meets across North Wales, the Lake District, and the Peak District
– Bigger adventures to Scotland and the Alps, with more planned
– Local social gatherings in Bedford
– Indoor climbing at Milton Keynes climbing centres
Everything we do is designed to help people enjoy the mountains together — safely, socially, and with plenty of enthusiasm.
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Latest Club News
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Now booking for the 15-17May trip to Exmoor
Places are available for the trip to Devon later this month. In total 12 places are available for Friday and Saturday. We are staying in Exmoor National Park at the Blindwell Bunkhouse in South Molton. The location is well placed for walking, canoeing, climbing and mountain biking. BMC members: check your email for trip details…
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Important Changes
Two important updates have been made: Date and Venue of the Monthly Socials have changed – these will now be held on the first Wednesday of each month and at The Embankment in Bedford. The next meeting will be on 6 May. By holding these ahead of the trip we can discuss potential routes and…
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Now booking for 22-24 April trip to Stair, Newlands Valley
Places are available for the trip to Stair in the Lake District later this month. 21 places are available for Friday and Saturday with the option of Thursday too. The cottage is located in the Newlands Valley near Keswick so easy to reach and is well placed for rock climbing and mountaineering in Borrowdale and…
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Bookings for 2O -21 March trip to Nant Peris now being taken
Places are available for the trip to Nant Peris in Snowdonia later this month. The cottage is located in the Llanberis Pass so well placed for mountaineering and walking options from the door. Check your email for trip details or contact Chris at bedfordmountaineeringclub@gmail.com for more information.
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Happy International Women’s Day
Today we celebrate the incredible women in our mountaineering community — the climbers, walkers, and friends who inspire us every time they step into the hills or up the rock face. From summits to quiet moments in the hills, your strength, and passion continue to shape our club and our shared love of the outdoors.…
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Update on the Patterdale trip, 27th-29th February
All of the available beds in the Agnes Spencer hut have now been taken so some members are booking alternative bunkhouse accommodation near by. Get in touch with Meets Admin for information.
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Scotland trip June 13 – 20 bookings now being taken
We have booked 10 places at the Alex MacIntyre Memorial Hut, just North of Ballachulish. There is some superb walking and climbing nearby, including the Ballachulish Horseshoe with Glen Coe and Ben Nevis nearby. Details in the recent email from Meets Admin.
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Bookings for 23 -25 January trip to Cefn Gof now being taken
Places are available for the trip to Snowdonia later this month and bookings being taken. Check your email for trip details or contact Chris at bedfordmountaineeringclub@gmail.com.