Blencathra and Mountain Leader Course guides, Dolomites Ski Touring and Snow Shoeing guide review, and Win tickets to Mountains on Stage festival.

One Minute Mountain: Blencathra

In our ongoing series of mini intros to Britain's favourite hills, Alex Roddie gets hands-on with Lakeland icon Blencathra, home to the legendary Sharp Edge, and subject of a recent acclaimed film.?

What to Expect on a Mountain Leader Training Course

Last year we interviewed Mountain Leaders on the attractions and rewards of the job; but what is it like to train for your ML? Course provider Chris Ensoll and his wife and...

REVIEW: Ski Touring & Snowshoeing in the Dolomites by James Rushforth

Covering ground on both ski and snow shoes, this new Cicerone guide to one of the world's most spectacular mountain ranges is packed with classic snowy days for visitors of...

Win 1 Of 4 Gregory Packs To Celebrate 40 Years Of Innovation!

Gregory are a small but focused company, driven by a love for the outdoors and desire to help others make their own journeys.

We're giving 4 lucky winners the chance to win one of 4 Gregory packs.

After four decades we’re still improving the product in ways unimaginable in the beginning. And while we are proud of our mission and what we have accomplished along the way, ultimately we’d be nowhere without our most important asset: our customers.

While some of you are new to Gregory, many of you have a history with us that stretches back to our beginnings. It’s this passion and loyalty that inspire us to build the best products possible. On this special mark in time for us, we want you to know we feel you’re as much a part of Gregory as we are, and we can’t thank you enough for 40 great years.

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COMPETITION: Mountains on Stage with Outdoor Research

The mountains take centre stage as the film festival tours the UK Mountains on Stage, the film festival dedicated to mountain sports, launches its first Summer...

Photo of the Week

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Congratulations to James Rushforth for being voted Gallery of the Week by UKH users.

There were 36 new photos added added to the Photo Galleries this week

NEW Páramo Men's Montero & Women's Acosta Trousers RRP £95

Coming to the Páramo range this Spring - the outdoor jeans!

Windproof, water-repellent, quick-drying, UV & insect protective, stretchy and highly durable - jeans-inspired legwear to take you from cycle lane to crag in comfort, no matter what the weather.

The technical denim fabric looks great and functions impeccably, keeping the weather at bay and moving naturally with you, thanks to the superb articulation combined with stretch. Discreet thigh vents help you moderate your temperature easily. Subtle reflective detailing on stylish denim and 'jeans' pockets complete this multi-activity legwear.

In true Páramo style, the trousers are guaranteed PFC-free, renewable and recyclable, to enjoy the outdoors without compromising sustainability.

Events Diary

View the Events Diary for Competitions, lectures and even club meets. Here's some for the next 7 days:

Apr 6: SHREWSBURY - Banff Mountain Film...
Apr 7: Mountain Leader Ropework Masterclass
Apr 7: Highball Norwich NuKids Masters...
Apr 7: LIVERPOOL - Banff Mountain Film...
Apr 7: Nicky Spinks Run, Film & Talk

Apr 10: MLA assessment course
Apr 10: Mountain Leader Assessment
Apr 10: BMC Cymru North Wales Area Meeting
Apr 12: Kendal Mountain Festival On Tour
Apr 12: BMC Cymru Mid Wales Area Meeting