Re-formed in 1999, the club aims to bring Lake District climbers together so that, whatever their standard, there should always be someone available to climb with. This could be on a spring weekend, a mid-summer evening or in deepest mid-winter. It also aims to be a focal point for climbing enthusiasts living further afield who visit the Lakes and want good contacts. On top of this is the opportunity to meet socially and share experiences.
In the summer there are regular meets every Tuesday evening and selected weekends. In the winter there is a gathering every Tuesday at one of the local climbing walls and afterwards at the Dog & Gun, Keswick.

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Following a fantastic and much applauded reception at its recent premiere, the KMC film

"A Route for All Seasons" produced by Entilent Media

is now available to buy on DVD.

In 2009 the KMC marked its 10th anniversary with a mass ascent of classic Lakeland rock route Corvus in Combe Ghyll. Undeterred by the Cumbrian summer weather, an all-star cast of club members made a beeline for Borrowdale armed with midge repellent, waterproofs and a filmmaker.

The end result is a film that captures and celebrates the camaraderie, the tenacity and sheer enjoyment involved in climbing those classic routes so easily taken for granted.

Order your copy here

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Download - KMC Autumn Newsletter 2011

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Happy Climbing Tells No Tales - by Judith Brown.
A collection of well-told short stories, capturing the fun, the excitement, and occasionally the terror of climbing. Some of the tales are subversive and funny, and written with real verve. Essential reading for climbers everywhere.

Short listed for the 2007 Boardman Tasker Prize for Mountain Literature

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2012 Meets

Tuesday Evening Meets are at local crags but if weather is unsuitable then will be at one of the local climbing walls. Reminders will be e-mailed to members each week.

Weekend Meets are to Lakeland venues and further afield. For full details, please contact the nominated Meet Leader for details of location, transport, accommodation and logistics.

Details of our Annual BBQ Weekend 25th/26th June 2011

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Annual Dinner 2012

Tickets are now on sale for the Annual Dinner to be held on Saturday 28th January 2012 at The Skiddaw Hotel, Keswick - 7.30pm for 8.00pm

Full details from KMC

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WINTER LECTURES 2011-12

Tuesday 4th October 2011 - "Awesome Trips, Easy Ticks" - an illustrated talk by Jonathan Bursnall on a VS climber’s guide to the Lofoten, Bugaboos and beyond.

The Kirkgate, Cockermouth, - starting 8pm - doors open 7.30pm - bar available - £3.00 for non-members

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Thursday 3rd November 2011 - "Avalanche Awareness" - an illustrated talk by Jim Fairey giving information and advice for skiers, climbers and walkers.

The Kirkgate, Cockermouth, - starting 8pm - doors open 7.30pm - bar available
£7.50 at the door - £5.00 for KMC Members

Proceeds to Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team

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Tuesday 10th January 2012 - KMC Members Photo Evening

The Kirkgate, Cockermouth, - starting 8pm - doors open 7.30pm

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Tuesday 7th February 2012 - "Ski Mountaineering on the Antarctic Peninsula" - The story of an ocean going yacht, wild seas, amazing wildlife, Ukrainian vodka and awesome ski lines - an illustrated talk by Trevor Craig.

The Kirkgate, Cockermouth, - starting 8pm - doors open 7.30pm - bar available - £3.00 for non-members

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