July 2026 marks the bicentenary of the first ascent of Pillar Rock in Ennerdale; this incredibly bold solo ascent of what we now call The Old West Route (150m M ***) by local shepherd John Atkinson is arguably the true start of rock climbing in England. To coincide with the anniversary FRCC has produced a […]
There has been a substantial rockfall in the vicinity of the second belay of Original Route on Raven Crag, the large pinnacle belay is no more. This belay is also shared by Holly Tree Traverse and Oak Tree Wall. The area is very unstable and further falls are probable threatening the path below the crag. […]
Roy Bridge Meet 8-15th May 2027 Accommodation is 2 small lodges on the Achaderry Estate, Roy Bridge. Cost approx £190 depending on number of people. Some Munro targets for some people are in Glen Dessary OS maps 38 or 40, Explorer 398) and Glen Quoich (OS maps 33, Explorer 399 or 414, Harvey’s Superwalker Kintail) […]
The YHA King of the Castle is an annual uphill time trial in Borrowdale, Lake District, covering 2.5 km with 200 m of climb. The Meet will be organised around this on the Sunday, but of course the race is not compulsory! Race Overview The YHA King of the Castle (KOTC) is a unique uphill-only fell race held at YHA […]
The Gower climbing meet is back! Being based once again in Nicholaston Farm Caravan and Campsite located in the stunning Oxwich Bay. This proved a very popular campsite with members last year, having an on site bakery, fridges, freezers, phone lockers, food vendors and much more. Camping is available at £15 per night with the […]
The meet is based at Ronnan Cottage at Aultbea, which is owned by the Ladies Scottish Climbing Club. This is a good base for the Gairloch to Dundonnell area, with a wealth of accessible rock climbing (trad and sport) in the area as well as walking, with the likes of An Teallach, Beinn Ghoblach, Slioch, […]
Brackenclose closed for 2 days Brackenclose will be closed for Tuesday the 11th and Wednesday the 12th of August for installation of a stove. Bookings have been blocked for the nights of the 10th and 11th August. Hopefully this should make for a much cosier lounge in the winter months. Paul Littlechild
Bookings made by members over the past week from Monday 8th June may unfortunately have been lost due to a problem with the FRCC website. Please check “My Bookings” on website and rebook if necessary.
Announced at the Coniston meet this weekend were the Committee nominations for the next President, Tony Walker and for Vice President Heather Scarrott.
Waters Cottage and the CDB will be closed from Monday 15th to Friday 19th June as we are having a detailed survey of the entire building, which will involve some highly sensitive electrical equipment which must not be disturbed while in use. Please do not visit the hut in the day or night during this […]