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The Club caters for all, young and old, expert and novice, and we boast a broad range of interests and experience. You are welcome to join us.
To find out more about becoming a member look at our membership pages or contact our New Member Co-ordinators Dave & Audrey Girt, using the form on the contact page.
Mid Week Lunch Meet - Tuesday 11th September, 12 noon
Stubbing Wharfe
Members past and present, guests and web behaved Grandchildren are most welcome, for an afternoon of gourmet eating and scintillating conversation.
2018 Meets
The weekend meets list and mid week lunch meets for 2018 is now available to download Click Here
Wednesday Night Climbing Meets
Details of ther indoor winter climbing meets to follow soon
Should you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact Jonathan
The YMC is an affiliated member of the BMC and insurance for these activities is provided accordingly by the BMC for YMC members and Aspirant Members.
The YMC and BMC recognise that climbing and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions.
September Meets
Twisleton Scar Walking & Climbing Meet
Sunday 2nd September 2018
Time: 10:00am
Start: Twisleton Scar - Yorkshire Dales. Meet by Twisleton Dale House
GR 717 757 - Roadside parking in vicinity (small fee to farmer).
Sat Nav: Google search gives post code of LA6 3JQ for Sat Nav users.
Climbing Coordinator: Jonathan Carter
Walking Coordinator: Kath & Graham Willis
Facilities: Public toilets are available in the main public car park in Ingleton.
Overview:
The YMC Twisleton Scar Climbing & Walking Meet will have joint start point by Twisleton Dale House on the Chapel le Dale road out of Ingleton.
Further information on the climbing meet can be obtained from the climbing coordinator - Jonathan Carter and for the walking meet from the walking meet coordinator - Graham Willis.
The walking route will be the ascent of Gragareth a circular route of about 17k (10.6 miles) taking in about 576m (1,889ft) of ascent.
The probable walking route will be to cross over into Kingsdale and climb onto Ireby Fell via the Cheese Press stone & Marble Steps Pot hole and following the broad ridge to the summit trig point. Returning via the steep descent to the turbary road (track) or visiting Yordas cave and crossing the valley to Braida Garth farm and the path to Twisleton Scar End. In the event of adverse weather the option to omit the summit may be taken.
Refreshments afterwards at The Marton Arms Thornton in Lonsdale - www.martonarms.co.uk Sat Nav - LA6 3PB
Kilburn Walking Meet
Sunday 16th September 2018
Time: 10:00am
Start: Main car park at base of White Horse GR SE 513 811 (Map OL 26).
Sat Nav: Google search gives post code of YO61 4AL for Sat Nav users
Distance: About 10.7 miles (17.2km).
Terrain: Undulating route on paths and bridleways.
Public Toilets are available at Sutton Bank National Park Centre a short drive north (GR SE 516 830) Sat Nav Y07 2EH
Overview:
Meet coordinator is Laurie Morse
Further information on the walking meet can be obtained from the walking meet coordinator - Laurie Morse.
The walking route will start from the main car park at the base of the White Horse. The walk is an undulating 10.75 miles. on bridleways and footpaths. We will descend from the car park to pick up a bridleway heading north to Hood Grange. Cross the A170 to the secluded Gormire Lake then continue north to Boltby via Tang Hall. Lunch at Boltby. We can go inside the village hall if open where, for a small donation, you can brew yourself a cup of tea or coffee.
From Boltby head east and cross Lunshaw Beck before climbing up to the top of the escarpment. Turn South and follow the Cleveland Way back to the White Horse, passing Boltby Scar, Whitestone Cliff, the top of Sutton Bank and back across the A170. Continue past the runway for gliders before descending the steep steps by the side of the White Horse down to the car park.
Refreshments afterwards at The Foresters Arms in Kilburn. www.forrestersarms.com
Weekend Meet - Tan-y-Garth Hut. Capel Curig. Snowdonia.
Friday 21st September 2018 - Saturday 22nd September 2018 (2 Nights)
Date: Friday 21st September 2018 & Saturday 22nd September 2018 (2 Nights).
Leaving Sunday 23rd September 2018.
Loction: Gwyder Mountaineering Club Hut - Tan-y-Garth, Capel Curig, Snowdonia. LL24 0EB.
Catering: Self catering but shared evening meals may be arranged.
Travel: Shared transport may be available from West Yorkshire dependent on attendees.
Cost: £10.00 per person per night. (£40.00 in Total).
Beds: Unreserved bunks in shared dormitory.
The YMC North Wales meet at the GMC hut at Tan-y-Garth, Capel Curig is reserved and the meet is now open for bookings.
See the website for more details - www.gwydyrmc.org.uk
The YMC has booked 10 places at the cottage with accommodation on bunks/sleeping platform in a shared mixed dormitory at a cost of £10.00 per person, per night, self catering. The building sleeps 32 including the spaces retained for GMC members so the YMC will not have exclusive use.
To secure a place payment in full will be required. Please send a cheque for £20.00 made payable to 'Yorkshire Mountaineering Club' direct to the Meets Coordinator - Dave Girt. Bookings are being taken on a first received basis. Should anyone wish to pay by bank transfer please contact David Girt in the first instance to check space availability.
Bookings for both of the 2 days will be given preference.
All bookings will be confirmed, so if you believe you have made a booking and not received any communication from the Meets Coordinator please get in touch as soon as possible.
Further information on the hut and the meet can be obtained from the the Meet Coordinator - David Girt or otherwise contact the Meets Secretary Graham Willis
Widdop Reservoir Walking & Climbing Meet
Sunday 30th September 2018
Time: 10:00am
Location: Widdop Reservoir - Yorkshire Water Car Park GR 937 327 (No charge).
Sat Nav: Google search gives post code of HX7 7AZ for Sat Nav users.
Climbing Coordinator: Jonathan Carter
Walking Coordinator: Kath & Graham Willis
Facilities: Public toilets & shops are available in Hebden Bridge.
Overview:
The YMC Widdop Climbing & Walking Meet will have joint start point at the Yorkshire Water carp park at Widdop Reservoir HX7 7AZ - GR 937 327
Further information on the climbing meet can be obtained from the climbing coordinator - Jonathan Carter and for the walking meet from the walking meet coordinator - Graham Willis .
The walking route will be a clockwise route of about 15k (9.3 miles) taking in about 318m (1,043ft) of ascent.
The proposed route is a circular route following the road east to cross the dam wall of Gorple Lower Reservoir, climbing south onto Heptonstall Moor then heading west passing Reaps Cross, Egypt & Noah Dale, to arrive at the trig point of Hoof Stones Height on Black Hameldon. Travelling north we'll cross the Pennine Bridleway before joining with the Burnley Way to traverse Widdop reservoir to the start point.
Refreshments afterwards at the Pack Horse Inn, Widdop Road, Widdop, Hebden Bridge HX7 7AT
www.thepackhorseinn.pub
Future Events
Brimham Rocks Walking & Climbing Meet
Sunday 21st October 2018
Time: 10:00am
Location: Brimham Rocks Main Car Park GR 208 645 (Pay & Display).
Sat Nav: Google search gives post code of HG3 4DW for Sat Nav users.
Climbing Coordinator: Jonathan Carter
Walking Coordinator: Derek Field
Walking Route: About 15.9k (9.8 miles) & 351m (1,151ft) of ascent
Facilities: Public toilets are available by the on site cafe. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brimham-rocks
Overview:
The YMC Brimham Climbing & Walking Meet will have joint start point at the main car park at Brimham Rocks, Summerbridge, Near Harrogate. North Yorkshire. HG3 4DW - GR SE 208 645.
Further information on the climbing meet can be obtained from the climbing coordinator - Jonathan Carter and for the walking meet from the walking meet coordinator - Derek Field
The walking route will be a clockwise route of about 15.9k (9.8 miles) taking in about 352m (1,151ft) of ascent.
The proposed route is a circular route descending through High Wood & Braisty Woods to meet the River Nidd. We then follow the riverside path to Pateley Bridge for lunch in the park. Returning to Brimham via the Panorama Walk & Nidderdale Way. Hopefully to join up with the climbers at the Idol Stone, Dancing Bear & Lovers Leap Chimney area.
Refreshments afterwards at The Crown on High Street, Pateley Bridge. HG3 5AP
Scar House Reservoir near Patley Bridge Walking Meet
Sunday 11th November 2018
Time: 10:00am
Location: Yorkshire Water Services Car Park at the reservoir wall - GR SE 069 766.
Sat Nav: Google search gives post code of HG3 5SW for Sat Nav users.
Meet Coordinator: Eve & Steve Bartlett
Walking Route: About 15k (9.4 miles) & 521m (1,709ft) of ascent.
Facilities: Public toilets are available at the start point. Shops in Pateley Bridge passed on route. Occasional cafe - www.howstean.co.uk/families/visitor-attractions/scar-house-cafe/
Note: Please take appropriate footwear and waterproofs for the weather forecast as it is a remote area.
Overview:
The YMC Scar House Reservoir Meet will start at the main reservoir car park at the dam wall near Pateley Bridge. North Yorkshire. HG3 5SW - GR SE 069 766.
Further information on the meet can be obtained from the meet coordinator - Eve & Steve Bartlett
The walking route will be a clockwise route of about 15k (9.4 miles) taking in about 521m (1,709ft) of ascent.
The proposed route is a clockwise circular route following parts of the Nidderdale Way east & south to Lofthouse via the Dale Edge track and passing the shooting lodge on Thrope Edge. Leaving Lofthouse we'll climb up to Middlesmoor and rejoin the Nidderdale Way, following In Moor Lane back to the start point.
Refreshments afterwards at The Crown at Middlesmoor HG3 5ST - passed earlier in the day. www.crownhotelmiddlesmoor.co.uk
Winter Trek Mount Toubkal
https://www.keadventure.com/holidays/morocco-trekking-winter-toubkal-marrakech
2017 Photo Competition Winners
LW SMITH TROPHY Best 3 photos
Cozi Phillips
View to the sea from Quinag View from Aonach Eagach towards Loch Achtriochtan Misty Ridge, Aonach Eagach
DAVE STOTT TROPHY Single Best Mountain Landscape
Cozi Philips
View from Aonach Eagach towards Loch Achtriochtan
GOLDEN PEG TROPHY Single Best Climbing
Jane Wainwright
John on Fluted Column, Almscliffe
ERNEST SHEPHERD TROPHY Print of Scene or Activity
Laurie Morse
Bolivian Summit
HUMOUR Most Humorous photo
Laurie Morse
Spoilsports