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British Mountaineering Council

The British Mountaineering Council is the representative body that exists to protect the freedoms and promote the interests of climbers, hillwalkers and mountaineers, including ski-mountaineers.

The BMC offers a great range of benefits for climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers. Membership includes a range of special member services, training and events. In addition, members also support vital access and conservation work to secure access and conserve the outdoor environment.

The BMC are pleased to be able to offer an expanding range of services to members including discounts on coach travel, life assurance, mortgage protection and critical illness cover.

The BMC is a democratic body controlled by its membership through an elected Management Committee, a network of area meetings and elected area representatives. It is a company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital. The BMC's income is derived from subscriptions, sale of services and Sports Council grants.