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Jeremy Whitehead

We are sad to report that Jeremy Whitehead, long standing CC member passed away peacefully in his care home Friday 31st July (age 89 we think). We offer our condolences to his family and friends....

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Alan Atkinson

We have just heard that Alan Atkinson died on the 8th January 2019. We offer condolences to his family and friends. He had been a member of the CC for 32 years.

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South West Climbs Vol 2

PLEASE NOTE: The QR code for Gull Rock on Page 162 of Volume 2 IS CORRECT but Google map directions take you over private land. To get to Gull Rock park considerately on the side of the road either at...

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Derek (DB) Carter

We have just heard that Derek (DB) Carter of Bristol – a member for 30+ years and a significant contributor to Pembroke climbing – has recently died at home with his family. We offer our condolences to...

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Mix and Match Meet – 2020

Rikki Price leading Cave Buttress, High Neb, Stanage –Photo Jill Sumner A good turnout in the Peak last weekend for the Mix and Match Meet, with 14 people enjoying the grit (and a bit of limestone...

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Mike Jones of Chester

We regret to announce that Mike Jones a member for 8 years died on Saturday 7th November. We offer our condolences to his family and friends. He resigned from the club this September due to a diagnosis...

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NON MEMBER Guidebook Pre-order, South Wales Rock

Non-members Pre-Order eShop – PLEASE NOTE: We will debit your Paypal Account or Payment Card at time of ordering. Each guidebook will be a separate transaction and will be shipped separately as soon as...

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Jon Pearson

CC member Jon Pearson died a few weeks ago. His funeral was last last week, attended by several climber-friends. He was a huge part of the Yorkshire climbing scene and a big part of several people’s...

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Des Birch

Des Birch (member no 12) sadly passed away recently. He was 92, and had been a member for 71 years, having joined the Club in 1949! A long serving loyal member and a sad loss. We offer our condolences...

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South Wales Rock

South Wales Rock – Climbers’ Club and South Wales Climbing Wiki (SWCW) From the Brecon Beacons through The Valleys and onto the Coast by Matt Woodfield, Alan Rosier, Roy Thomas and Tim Hoddy Photos by...

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Moel y Gest Quarry Download

Moel y Gest Quarry did have a reputation as a grim north facing crag. However 10 years ago it was developed as sport venue and some good hard lines now have bolt protection. This free PDF download...

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Doug Scott

It is with great sadness that we have just heard that Doug Scott member and mountaineering legend died this morning 7th December after suffering from brain cancer. He was 79. We offer our condolences...

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Thermal Flying – Crags of England & Wales

Another great video by David Linnett. See if you can identify them. Think you know your English and Welsh crags and fancy a Xmas “Name the Crag” challenge? Best viewed in 4K here’s a wee aerial vid...

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Mike Yates

We are sad to report that Mike Yates, long time member and custodian Helyg from 2010 to 2014, passed away on the 21 December 2020 at the age of 81. We offer condolences to his family and friends. Steve...

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Pembroke Supplement – 2020

Rob Andrews on the first ascent of Phaorout Man E2 5c at The Pyramid – Penally Paul Donnithorne has produced a supplement to the Pembroke Guidebooks. 2020 Pembroke Supplement The predicted new route...

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Daphne Pritchard

Daphne at the helm on the 2010 CC Sail/Climb Meet We are sad to announce that Daphne Pichard died peacefully in the Silvermere Care Home on Monday 25th January, Pamela and her two children were in...

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Andrew Vine

Andrew Vine had been missing during February 2020(Image: PA) We have only recently been advised of the death of Andrew Vine in an avalanche in Scotland last March.  Details can be found in the article...

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Short Wall Climb!!

Neil Andrews (Son of Steve Andrews) spotted this video of a real artificial wall climb … Source: CNN Slovenian world-class climbers Janja Garnbret and Domen Škofic took the climb of their lives and...

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Phil Davidson

Motorcycling in North Wales – Photo Steve Foxley It is with sadness that we heard that our great friend and climbing legend Phil Davidson died early on the 15th February. He has been battling with...

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Mountain Heritage Trust – Volunteer Treasurer

Field Centre, Threlkeld, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4SG enquiries@mountain-heritage.org www.mountain-heritage.org VOLUNTEER TREASURER RECRUITMENT – 2021 The Mountain Heritage Trust (MHT), is a non-profit...

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