The Alpine Club, the world’s first mountaineering club, was founded in 1857. For over 150 years, members have been at the leading edge of worldwide mountaineering development and exploration.
With membership, experienced and aspiring alpinists benefit from a varied meets programme, regional lectures with notable guest speakers, reduced rates at many alpine huts, opportunity to apply for grants to support expeditions, significant discounts at many UK retailers, extensive networking contacts, access to the AC Library and maps - and more!
Becoming a MemberSymposia
Below is a list of Alpine Club Symposia.
Organised by members of The Alpine Club, events focus on the mountains of a particular area, or on a specific aspect of mountaineering. Each symposium runs for a whole day and is typically held at a weekend in the Lake District, North Wales or the Peak District. During the day experts on the subject, including top mountaineers from around the world, give a series of illustrated presentations, creating an event that is both informative and inspiring. Take a look at the impressive list of speakers at recent and forthcoming symposia to see why these events are so popular. The symposia are usually open to members at a discount, as well as non-members.
Symposia are particularly useful for anyone planning an expedition or looking for new places to visit. Many expeditions have started in the bar after a symposium; but be warned: these events can be dangerously inspirational!
Events Calendar
To Thursday 24 August 2023
Join us in Patterdale from 22-24 August for the annual hut maintenance meet and help to keep the Club's George Starkey Hut in shape.
This year's work mostly involves a bit of cleaning and painting: nothing too arduous.
Those taking part in the upkeep work will be able to stay at the hut for free for two nights and there is the option to run the meet into a longer stay, taking advantage of the August bank holiday weekend.
If you'd like to attend, please contact Marian Parsons on: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
