HMC Since 1980

ABOVE & BEYOND

Enjoying Hillwalking Climbing and Mountaineering Since 1980

Club dedicated to Hillwalking Climbing & Mountaineering in the UK and beyond and with a great social scene too

HMC is an active and friendly club with a love of the mountains and the great outdoors. We currently have around 70 members of all ages and abilities, based at The Plough Inn, Hinckley, Leicestershire. We draw members in particular from the Leicester, Nuneaton and Lutterworth triangle, although increasingly we have members from further afield. We offer a warm welcome to anyone who wants to share in our enthusiasm for climbing, walking and associated activities. We organise both fixed and ad hoc events in nearby areas every month and regularly throughout the year. We also have weekend or longer trips to our favourite destinations such as the Lake District, Wales, Scotland and the Alps to name but a few.

Explore OUR World

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned walker or climber, we can provide the platform you need to get the most out of the great outdoors. From our day-trips to our monthly meets and our range of other activities, there are plenty of ways to start and join in.

UPCOMING MEETS & ACTIVITIES

There will be something happening next week! Our informal get together at The Plough, climbing at the wall, maybe a Daywalk or  Weekend Meet, you’re welcome to join us on any of our activities to see whether HMC is for you. Check out the Events page here or on our Facebook page to see what’s on. Then, once you’ve experienced the views, the action and the exhilaration, it’s just a case of becoming a member!

Upcoming Events

THREE VALLEES SKI FEB 2025

We have 14 places (all twins) booked and confirmed for skiing Sun Feb 25th - Meribel Les Allues, Three Vallees, France (Fully catered). Just a few places left. Some are flying; some driving, some hoping for a train! (For info, there are no beginners or non-skiers going).

CAIRNGORMS MAR 15 2025

Two apartments booked giving us 18 spaces (mainly twins/singles) in this excellent house. We’ve been before and we liked it! There’s lots to do on the estate before we head out into the mountains and make the most of our winter week in the highlands

“Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned walker or climber, we can provide the platform you need to get the most out of the great outdoors. From our day-trips to our monthly meets and our range of other activities, there are plenty of ways to start and join in.”

– Ian Edwards

CLUB NIGHT MEET UP

Every Thursday at The New Plough, Hinckley from 9pm (except last Thurs of the month when you should check the Events list on this website or our Facebook page)

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