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 Sunday 14 July 2024
Imagine a venue with sport, trad and alpine routes. All on pristine (not polished) limestone. You are thinking of Gran Sasso d'Italia, a big limestone mountain in the middle of Italy famous for its enormous pocket-infested limestone slabs. All this with Italian weather, food and wine.
We will be based at the Rifugio Cima Alta, Prati di Tivo at a cost of 50 Euros per day.
The meet is open for max. 12 persons. Prices and availability will be confirmed in January.
Contact: Gordon Chisholm - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
