Pack your climbing gear, walking boots and surf board! The BMC is heading to Rhossili on the Gower Peninsula on Friday 16 April. Join us for a weekend of climbing, walking, socialising, eating and drinking! In conjunction with the South Wales Mountaineering Club we’re running an outdoor festival to coincide with the BMC AGM.

The weekend will be a relaxed and informal affair, based at the Worm’s Head Hotel, Rhossili. On Friday evening Chris Wyatt of the SWMC, will be letting us know the best climbing and walking venues in the local area. There will also be an inspiring talk and slide show from Simon Rawlinson on how a group of kids from a village in south Wales are pushing themselves to achieve great things in the world of climbing. Saturday is the opportunity to get out and about to explore. Locals from the SWMC will be heading out to Fall Bay and Trial Wall, so why not join them? We’ve also got National Trust Head Warden for Gower, Sian Musgrave, to guide you over to the famous landmark that is the Worm’s Head, accessible only at low tide.

With great climbing and walks, fabulous beaches and stunning scenery, it would be a shame not to join us. Why not organise a club weekend trip to coincide with the festival? Bring the family and make the most of this area of outstanding natural beauty.

BMC AGM

The BMC AGM takes place at the Worm’s Head Hotel from 4.00 pm on Saturday; with registration from 2.45 pm. Registration is necessary if you wish to vote on any of the agenda items, so make sure your membership is valid and make your vote count! If you are unable to attend in person you can use your proxy voting form to allow another BMC member to vote on your behalf.

Evening Buffet

After the formalities of the AGM, the evening will continue at the Worm’s Head Hotel with an evening buffet (free for BMC members; £15 for non-members) and a late bar.

Please contact [email protected] / 0161 438 3303 to book a ticket for the buffet!

Venue & Accommodation

The village of Rhossili is situated on the western most tip of the Gower Peninsula.

The Worm’s Head Hotel in Rhossili stands proud in its solitude, boasting superb vistas over the majestic sweep of Rhossili Bay, its 5 mile beach and the famous Worm’s Head landmark. It’s an ideal venue for walking, climbing, swimming and surfing. Rooms are available from £34 per person per night (based on 2 sharing), including breakfast.

The BMC has also booked the Rhossili Village Hall bunkhouse, which has 7 rooms sleeping 2 to 4 people, for £18 per person. Please note the accommodation is bunkbeds and there are no double or twin beds.

Please contact [email protected] / 0161 438 3303 for accommodation requests.

If you’d rather camp, Pitton Cross campsite has excellent facilities.

There is also bed and breakfast accommodation in and around Rhossili. Please contact them directly for details and costs.

Channel View; 01792 390645; 0.2 miles from Worm’s Head Hotel

West Pilton House; 01792 391364; 1.8 miles from Worm’s Head Hotel

Programme of Events

Friday 16 April

20.30 – 22.00

Chris Wyatt (SWMC): ‘Best climbing and walking venues in the area’.

Simon Rawlinson: ‘Youth development and climbing in South Wales’.

Saturday 17 April

09.30 – 15.30

Walks: A trip along the Worm. With low tide at 2.38pm you can walk the rocky path to the end of Worm’s Head. Say hello to the resident seal colony and then go back via a loop taking in Rhossili Down and the beautiful beaches at Fall Bay and Mewslade. Your guide is Sian Musgrave, National Trust Head Warden for Gower.

Easier walks are available along the 5 mile Rhossili beach.

09.30 – 15.30

Climbing: Trad rock climbing at Fall Bay led by Chris Wyatt (SWMC). With superb single pitch routes at any grade from diff to E6, the area between Fall Bay and Mewslade offers a wealth of opportunities for the visiting climber. Classics include Ragnarock (S), Osiris (VS), South West Diedre (HVS) and Seth (E1/2). There will also be sport climbing led by Gareth Tucker (SWMC); try the delights of Trial Wall or Deborah’s Overhang.

If you prefer surfing, Rhossili beach is one of the finest surf breaks in south Wales.

All outdoor activities are free of charge.