18th-26th April 2027. Cala Gonone has long been established as one of the main sport climbing areas in Sardinia and as such attracts many international visitors. Nestled along the rugged eastern coastline of Sardinia, this picturesque seaside town is a paradise for rock climbers. With its towering cliffs and crystal-clear waters, this area offers a […]

Meet report, 28-31st August 2026. The intention had been to hold the meet at Low Hall Garth.  However, the restricted parking there with only four vehicles on the adjacent car park and no longer any  parking by the barn or ford made this less appropriate. Hence the switch back to Lowstern. The select group at […]

30th October-1st November 2026 at the FRCC hut Brackenclose in Wasdale Head. Situated right at the heart of Lakeland and at the birthplace of English mountaineering, it is the ideal place to get some exercise in before the end of year festivities. Peter and Carol Baker are hosting the meet and are looking forward to […]

20-22nd November 2026 at Lowstern and the Falcon Manor Hotel, Settle. EGM/AGM 3:30pm Saturday 21st – note this is at the Falcon Manor Hotel. Lecture at 5pm at the Falcon Manor Hotel. Dinner  at 7 for 7.30pm. Members are welcome on the meet even if not attending the Dinner – there’s still the AGM, Lecture, breakfasts, Sunday walk and tea to enjoy.  Principal Guest is Silvo […]

October 9-11th 2026 at the Watson Scout Centre in Carlton in Cleveland. We return to this large HOSTEL which is situated at the Northern end of the moors, within easy reach of the Wainstones and Roseberry Topping. Apart from the obvious walking possibilities, the Wainstones and other local crags offer short but varied climbs on […]

Meet Report: 7-9 August 2026 Based at Holme Farm Campsite near Sedbergh. Six people gathered at the campsite, a couple of miles from Sedbergh on the bank of the River Rawthey. It is a pleasantly uncomplicated site with adequate facilities, set in beautiful countryside. Steve, Wendy and Conrad had stopped off at Dufton on the […]

11-13th September 2026 at our Yorkshire cottage, Lowstern. This traditional meet is shared with the Wayfarers and Rucksack clubs, to whom we extend a warm welcome. Perhaps we sometimes forget how much is on offer at Lowstern; walking in the Three Peaks area, caving, trad climbing at Twistleton and Attermire, lots of more recently developed […]

Meet Report: 3-5 July 2026 Based at the Orpheus Caving Club cottage situated in open countryside in the Peak District National Park south of Buxton. Steve Crossley arrived early on Friday and set off on his bike for a circular tour. In the afternoon, he met four others, Mark Rothwell, Helen Brewitt, Peter Baker and […]

Meet Report 19-21 June 2026 Based at Low Gillerthwaite Field Centre, Ennerdale. A splendid weekend was enjoyed by all. Friday A wet day. Michael Smith had planned to do most of the Southern part of the walk but abandoned the idea on Steeple after a thorough soaking. Christine and Jim Harrison walked a fairly unprepossessing […]

Meet Report: 9-16 May 2026. This was a 2-centre meet, with a total of 15 members and guests attending at least part. Steve and Wendy Richards had intended to travel to Rum on Friday May 8th, but spent the day looking at it from Mallaig, while unable to reach it: the CalMac ferry didn’t run […]