About us

The Reading Mountaineering Club is a friendly and active group who are passionate about climbing, walking, and scrambling. The range of abilities is wide and we welcome any adult who would like to join.

We meet every Wednesday evening at Parthian Reading climbing wall and many members also boulder at the Climbing Hangar. Every month we meet in some of the most beautiful parts of the UK - in the summer we camp, in the cooler months we stay in huts, which keeps everything affordable. Members primarily climb or scramble on meets but there is often a contingent who go hiking. Throughout the year we meet locally for socials, this could be anything from exploring a local chalk cave to a Christmas curry.

The club has a lively atmosphere and is a great way to meet people who love adventure and the outdoors. We have an active WhatsApp group where you can find belay buddies, ask for gear advice and plan the next adventure. The club is what the members wish to make of it.

There are no minimum requirements to join, but it is imperative that anyone climbing with the club is competent enough to ensure everyone is kept safe. We do not provide tuition, but please get in touch with us if you want to talk through your experience before taking part in climbing activities.

Why not come meet us before joining? Look out for members wearing club t-shirts at the Reading Parthian on Wednesday evenings or email us readingmc.info@gmail.com.

Climb - Scramble - Hike