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The 10 Greatest Lake District Fells...?

If you had to narrow down the Lakeland fells to a desert island shortlist, the best of the best, which would be on it? Norman Hadley sees if two-hundred and fourteen into ten will go. 
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REVIEW: Montane Tenacity Pants - Legwear for all seasons

Trousers aimed at walking and backpacking, but versatile enough for climbing and mountaineering too, Montane's Tenacity range has an option for every season. Xa White and Dan...
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NEWS: Place Nicknames Added to Tool to Aid Emergency Services

Ordnance Survey is inviting emergency service organisations around Great Britain to input local and colloquial nicknames to a new database called the Vernacular Names Tool,...
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COMPETITION: Win a Gruezi bag Downwool Subzero sleeping bag

Gruezi is an innovative company that has developed a clever insulation made of 70 % Down and 30 % Wool, called DownWool. You can win one of these exceptional sleeping...

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Win a Berghaus GORE-TEX summer climbing jacket worth £400

Summer is on its way and as you start scouring the UKC Crag Map to choose the next routes to tick off, you should check your climbing clothing is up to scratch too. There may be sunshine ahead, but a waterproof jacket is an essential item all year round. The Berghaus MTN Guide Alpine Pro Jacket is lightweight and durable, and built for climbing, whether in the UK or farther afield.

The MTN Guide Alpine Pro is made out of 3L GORE-TEX Pro to deliver rugged protection and performance that won't weigh you down. Ergonomic design and essential features help you move with ease, whether you're scrambling up a steep slope or reaching for the next hold halfway up an exposed face. The adjustable and helmet compatible fixed hood, deep napoleon style chest pockets and pit zips allow for extended use in variable conditions, and you can easily stow away this versatile shell when the sun shines.

 

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Photo of the Week
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Loch Tulla pines from Stob Gabhar
Robert Durran

Congratulations to Brian Pollock for being voted Gallery of the Week by UKH users.

There were 216 new photos added added to the Photo Galleries this week

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Arc'teryx Alpine Academy - Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

The Arc'teryx Alpine Academy is back for its 13th edition. Held in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc from July 4 – July 7, 2024, the Alpine Academy is the world's premier mountain education event and a space for alpine enthusiasts of all levels to advance their mountain skills through transformational clinics. Over four days, Chamonix will welcome thousands of guests from all over the world to connect with and learn from world-class athletes and top certified guides, join the amazing Arc'teryx community, and immerse themselves in mountain culture. 

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