Chelmsford Mountaineering Club
The CMC - a friendly and active climbing club based in Essex and Hertfordshire
Welcome to the Chelmsford Mountaineering Club
We are a friendly and active climbing club that welcomes all abilities and experience. Whether you are completely new to climbing or regularly head up the hills, we’d love for you to join us. Learn more about the club here: About the CMC
Got a question or interested in joining?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions to see if your query can be answered. Or send us a message for further information.
Completely new to climbing? Check out our recommendations on Learn to Climb courses to help get you started.
Benefits of joining the club…
Discounted entry at selected walls - including Rock Hub in Basildon, where we meet every Tuesday and The Lock in Harlow, where we meet every Thursday - as well various other walls that accept BMC discount.
Ability to borrow club climbing kit and selected guidebook access
Regular outdoor meets
Discounts across various outdoor retailers - With BMC membership, you can get up to 15% discount across various shops. Some retailers offering this include Cotswold Outdoor, Ellis Brigham, Snow+Rock and more. A full list can be found here.
Excellent value BMC courses, workshops and lectures.
Discounts on guidebooks and other products in the BMC shop.
Access to BMC Insurance for an additional cost, and usually at very acceptable prices.
Upcoming Club Trips
Find out where we head off to as a club by checking out our Club Calendar
Joining the Club
We always welcome new members. If you’re interested in joining the club, please join us at one of our regular climbing wall meets, or feel free to get in touch with us beforehand.
More information on this can be found on our New Members page: Joining The CMC
What our Members Get Up To
See our page of personal trips and exhibitions that many of our members have completed in their own time!
See our most recent Club Trips
Our Social Media
