This week we are heading out for trad climbing on Thursday at Birchen Edge (Peak District). Some members are going during the daytime and there maybe evening climbing to. If you are planning to go please post in the Thursday Climbing WhatsApp group to co-ordinate with others.
We are off to the Spanish climbing mecca that is El Chorro for this year's 'hot rock' sport climbing trip. The meet runs from Friday 8th November to Saturday 16th November (with the return time such that you can still make the club dinner on the Saturday night). Club member's are flying from East Midlands airport to Malaga and hiring cars from there to travel to El Chorro (about 1 hour's drive), travel to El Chorro by train is also an option.
The basis of this trip is that it is 'self serve' with groups of club member's getting together to travel and stay together in El Chorro. However, at the time of writing there are 3 bunk bed places available with one of the groups who already have accommodation arranged. If you are interested in taking one of these places contact Sarah M. If you need help making contact the Meet Sec (Andy Potter) can help.
We're heading to North Wales for this year's Mountain Biking meet on the weekend of the 10th/11th August, staying at our lovely club hut. With local bike trails through the mountains plus the excellent Coed-yr-Brenin trail centre not far away it's the perfect base for a weekend of MTB. Book your place at the club hut as normal by contacting the Hut Bookings secretary. There is of course the option to arrive earlier or stay longer and make a long weekend of it.
Naturally your going to need a Mountain Bike in good working order for this club meet. It will be up to those attending where you head out to and what level of ride you chose to suit your ability and fitness. If you need some inspiration reach out and we'll give you some suggestions (did I mention that Coed-yr-Brenin is REALLY good). You'll need your sleeping bag and pillow case as normal for staying at the hut, and of course whatever food you want for the weekend.
It makes sense to share lifts for meets so reach out via WhatsApp if you can offer a lift or are looking for a lift share.
