Mountain Films and Talks

The British Mountaineering Council

The British Mountaineering Council will be running a variety talks and films at their stand (opposite the climbing wall). This amazing array of FREE talks taking place every hour at the BMC stand will be presented by fell running legend and Summit  Magazine Editor Claire Maxted and BMC Access and Policy Officer Eben Muse.

Welcome to the BMC talks schedule! Join us for an exhilarating weekend packed with insightful talks, inspiring films, and engaging discussions centred around the world of climbing, outdoor adventure, and mountain skills. Whether you’re a seasoned mountaineer, an outdoor enthusiast, or someone looking to embark on new adventures, our lineup of speakers and films promises something for everyone. From mental health and inclusive climbing initiatives to practical mountain training tips and breathtaking film screenings, immerse yourself in the diverse world of outdoor exploration with the British Mountaineering Council. 

Fell running legend and Summit Editor Claire Maxted and BMC Access and Policy Officer Eben Muse will presenting our amazing array of FREE talks taking place every hour at the BMC stand.

The talks will explore a range of inspiring topics that highlight the BMC’s commitment to adventure, conservation, and access. We’ll kick things off with an update on Mend Our Mountains, showcasing how your support helps protect the landscapes we love. Then, we’ll dive into the launch of the 2025 Women in Adventure Film Competition, celebrating powerful stories from women in the outdoors.

You’ll discover ten key skills you’ll learn on a Mountain Training course, followed by a session on handling emergency scenarios with Mountain Rescue – vital knowledge for anyone venturing into the hills. We’ll also spotlight The Climate Project and how volunteers are making a real difference and how you can get involved, before discussing the importance of the Right to Roam and Access Land.

We’ll take a closer look at how BMC conservation volunteers are not only repairing footpaths but also fighting the climate crisis. We’ll revisit the essential skills from Mountain Training, and wrap up with thought-provoking screenings from The Landscape Project Films. It’s a packed agenda designed to inspire, educate, and connect you with the heart of what we do.

Full Talk Schedule at the BMC and Mountain Training Stand

Saturday

10 – 10.30 Mend Our Mountains

11 – 11.30  Women in Adventure Film competition launch

12 – 12.30 Ten things you will learn on a Mountain Training skills course

1 – 1.30 Emergency scenarios with Mountain Rescue

2 – 2.30 The Climate Project | volunteer conservation

3 – 3.30 Right to Roam and Access Land

4 – 4.30 Climbing Inspiration films

Sunday

10 – 10.30 Five Great Walks in the Lake District films

11 – 11.30   What does the BMC do for you?

12 – 12.30  Wild camping: freedom and access

1 – 1.30  Emergency scenarios with Mountain Rescue

2 – 2.30  Ten things you will learn on a Mountain Training skills course

3 – 3.30 Best of BMC Women in Adventure films

4 – 4.30 The Landscape Project Films