About us
Welcome to Sheffield Mountaineering. We are a long established and very friendly group for people who enjoy adventures in the mountains and hills of the UK and beyond. Being based in Sheffield we take full advantage of the Peak District as well as making regular trips away to Snowdonia, the Lake District, the Scottish Highlands and the great mountain ranges of mainland Europe.
We are best known for our scrambling activities and we also have a vibrant rock climbing scene. Other pursuits we offer include winter mountaineering, hiking, caving, abseiling and indoor climbing. We cater for all levels of ability and experience so whether you’re a seasoned Alpinist, just a hill walker looking to move on to something a bit more adventurous or anything in between, you have come to the right place. All our outings take place under the guidance of experienced and knowledgeable leaders.
Our activities happen with a relaxed friendly vibe and we like to see ourselves as a big happy family rather than a group of strangers thrown together. Many lasting friendships have been formed through people meeting at our events. We welcome new members and first timers and always try to make our group a safe and comfortable space for anybody who is socially awkward or vulnerable in any way.
Though very experienced and accomplished mountaineers, our organisers are all modest, easy going and very approachable. We take great pleasure in helping beginners improve and develop their mountaineering skills.
We are a proudly diverse, inclusive and multi cultural group and welcome people of every race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity etc etc.
Membership of our group is absolutely free but at each of our events we do appreciate donations of £2.00 per person towards our substantial MeetUp fees and other operating costs such as unpaid time off work for those of us organisers who are self employed. Running this group and facilitating quality mountain outings for people with a shared interest is quite a money pit so if those benefiting from our activities can help out in some small way it is always very welcome. Any money paid is merely a donation towards our costs in bringing like minded people together. You are NOT purchasing any product or service such as guidance, insurance or an experience etc. Please read the notes below and we hope to hear from you soon....
Important Notes:
This Meet Up group provides an informal means of meeting fellow mountain enthusiasts and enjoying what the great outdoors has to offer. Although there is always an element of knowledge sharing, it is not a Club or Training/Coaching group and therefore members of the group should not expect to receive any special training or instruction. While mountain safety is always our number one priority, at the end of the day as with any other voluntary activities, you remain responsible for your own Health, Safety and Well Being. For any of the Meet Up activities, please ensure you are comfortable with what you are doing and that you are fully informed of the risks. Any doubts at all then please ask. The group does not have any insurance and cannot accept responsibility for the actions of its members. We will do everything possible to keep you safe but we are NOT responsible for any accidents you may have. By signing up and coming to any of our events, you agree to all of this.
Please also note the following BMC Participation Statement:
"The BMC recognises that climbing, hill walking and mountaineering are
activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these
activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for
their own actions and involvement."
Featured event
Kinder via Red Brook in memory of Mark
A special event to celebrate the life of our very popular member Mark Wardle who we lost last summer. A brilliant wacky crazy happy friendly fun loving guy with an infectious joviality, always willing to help others and never took himself too seriously. Mark was a regular at our events until his tragic accident in July 2025.
As always, everybody is welcome including those of you who didn’t know Mark.
This event will also be a fundraiser so in place of the usual event fee we ask you to make a donation to Mountain Rescue using this special page we have set up:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/sheffield-mountaineering-in-memory-of-mark?newPage=true
Route: Kinder via Red Brook
Meet at: Bowden Bridge Car Park, Kinder Rd, near Hayfield, postcode SK22 2LH. OS map reference SK048869. As an environmentally conscious group, we actively encourage car sharing. Further details of car sharing arrangements from Sheffield, Manchester and elsewhere will appear in the comments section nearer the time.
Public toilets in car park at start of walk.
Red Brook is definitely one of the finest easy scrambles in the Peak District. It is long and sustained with continuous pleasant moves on good quality rock that stays clean even when wet. It is beginner friendly but also provides plenty entertainment for experienced scramblers.
The full day will include a long scenic hike along the shores of Kinder Reservoir and banks of the River Kinder, a Grade 1 scrambling ascent of Kinder Scout via Red Brook, a hike along the edge of the summit plateau taking in close up views of the spectacular Kinder Downfall before continuing round the Southern edge of the plateau and descending via William Clough on the way back to the car park.
Photos of some of our previous outings to Red Brook and Kinder can be seen here:
https://www.meetup.com/Sheffield-Mountaineering-Rock-Climbing-Meet/photos/31895808/
https://www.meetup.com/Sheffield-Mountaineering-Rock-Climbing-Meet/photos/28763496/#470005101
Difficulty: Grade 1 scrambling (suitable for beginners). For more information on scrambling grades see:
https://www.thebmc.co.uk/understanding-scrambling-grades
Experience Required: Some previous hillwalking/hiking experience would be beneficial along with a reasonable level of fitness, sense of adventure and preparation for any weather. The walk in to Red Brook tends to be rather boggy so waterproof boots are strongly advised!
Duration: Approx. 11 km with height gain (from car park to Kinder summit plateau) of approx. 350 metres. Estimated time 5 to 6 hours.
Ordnance Survey Map: Dark Peak Area OL1 Explorer Map 1:25 000 Scale.
Guidebook: Scrambles in the Dark Peak published by Cicerone Press.
Upcoming events
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Indoor Climbing @ Awesome Walls Sheffield
Awesome Walls Climbing Centre, Sheffield, Garter Street, Sheffield, GBCome join us for a bit of midweek climbing with top rope & lead climbing + a bit tea/coffee & cake. We're a good social mixed group of all levels. People tend to arrive around 6-6.30pm, but feel free to arrive at any time. You will need to be registered with Awesome Walls, which includes being able to belay & tie a figure of 8 (see 'New to climbing' below).
Prices: £12 members / £14.50 non-members (paid to the venue on arrival)
Pricing options: HERE
What to bring: Climbing shoes, harness, belay plate and rope (if you have one). NOTE: You can hire all these for a fee.
Already a climber: Register with Awesome Walls HERE
New to climbing: Get in touch if you're new to climbing. Awesome Walls also run taster sessions HERE
How to find us: Look out for me, Nigel, the short bald guy with a grey beard.
6 attendeesIndoor Climbing @ Awesome Walls Sheffield
Awesome Walls Climbing Centre, Sheffield, Garter Street, Sheffield, GBCome join us for a bit of midweek climbing with top rope & lead climbing + a bit tea/coffee & cake. We're a good social mixed group of all levels. People tend to arrive around 6-6.30pm, but feel free to arrive at any time. You will need to be registered with Awesome Walls, which includes being able to belay & tie a figure of 8 (see 'New to climbing' below).
Prices: £12 members / £14.50 non-members (paid to the venue on arrival)
Pricing options: HERE
What to bring: Climbing shoes, harness, belay plate and rope (if you have one). NOTE: You can hire all these for a fee.
Already a climber: Register with Awesome Walls HERE
New to climbing: Get in touch if you're new to climbing. Awesome Walls also run taster sessions HERE
How to find us: Look out for me, Nigel, the short bald guy with a grey beard.
3 attendeesKinder via Red Brook in memory of Mark
Bowden Bridge Car Park - Peak District NP, 165 Kinder Road, High Peak, GBA special event to celebrate the life of our very popular member Mark Wardle who we lost last summer. A brilliant wacky crazy happy friendly fun loving guy with an infectious joviality, always willing to help others and never took himself too seriously. Mark was a regular at our events until his tragic accident in July 2025.
As always, everybody is welcome including those of you who didn’t know Mark.
This event will also be a fundraiser so in place of the usual event fee we ask you to make a donation to Mountain Rescue using this special page we have set up:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/sheffield-mountaineering-in-memory-of-mark?newPage=true
Route: Kinder via Red Brook
Meet at: Bowden Bridge Car Park, Kinder Rd, near Hayfield, postcode SK22 2LH. OS map reference SK048869. As an environmentally conscious group, we actively encourage car sharing. Further details of car sharing arrangements from Sheffield, Manchester and elsewhere will appear in the comments section nearer the time.
Public toilets in car park at start of walk.
Red Brook is definitely one of the finest easy scrambles in the Peak District. It is long and sustained with continuous pleasant moves on good quality rock that stays clean even when wet. It is beginner friendly but also provides plenty entertainment for experienced scramblers.
The full day will include a long scenic hike along the shores of Kinder Reservoir and banks of the River Kinder, a Grade 1 scrambling ascent of Kinder Scout via Red Brook, a hike along the edge of the summit plateau taking in close up views of the spectacular Kinder Downfall before continuing round the Southern edge of the plateau and descending via William Clough on the way back to the car park.
Photos of some of our previous outings to Red Brook and Kinder can be seen here:
https://www.meetup.com/Sheffield-Mountaineering-Rock-Climbing-Meet/photos/31895808/
https://www.meetup.com/Sheffield-Mountaineering-Rock-Climbing-Meet/photos/28763496/#470005101
Difficulty: Grade 1 scrambling (suitable for beginners). For more information on scrambling grades see:
https://www.thebmc.co.uk/understanding-scrambling-grades
Experience Required: Some previous hillwalking/hiking experience would be beneficial along with a reasonable level of fitness, sense of adventure and preparation for any weather. The walk in to Red Brook tends to be rather boggy so waterproof boots are strongly advised!
Duration: Approx. 11 km with height gain (from car park to Kinder summit plateau) of approx. 350 metres. Estimated time 5 to 6 hours.
Ordnance Survey Map: Dark Peak Area OL1 Explorer Map 1:25 000 Scale.
Guidebook: Scrambles in the Dark Peak published by Cicerone Press.
50 attendees
Scrambling and Hiking, Three Cloughs and The Trinnacle
Car Park on North side of A635, Approx 6 miles West of Holmfirth, Holmfirth, GBRoute: Rimmon Pit Clough, Birchen Clough and Holme Clough
Meet at: Car Park on North side of A635 approx 6 miles West of Holmfirth town centre. OS map reference SE051063. Look out for twin wooden posts with red reflectors and chevrons at either side of the road. The car park is just on the right when you pass between the posts (from Manchester way the car park is on the left just beyond a large sign stating “Welcome to Kirklees").
This interesting and varied outing features three pleasant scrambles as well as a fantastic photo opportunity on top of a spectacular three pronged giant rock pinnacle known as The Trinnacle.
The full day will include a Grade 1 scrambling descent of Rimmon Pit Clough, an entertaining Grade 1 scrambling ascent of Birchen Clough, a short diversion to The Trinnacle with a few more easy scrambling moves to reach the top, an ascent of a shallow gully and a hike along the edge of Middle Edge Moss followed by a fun descent of the heathery hillside then a Grade 1 scrambling ascent of Holme Clough including an interesting waterfall pitch and a delicate slab before a moorland hike across Little Moss to return to the car park.
Photos from some of our previous outings to the Three Cloughs and Trinnacle can be seen here:
https://www.meetup.com/Sheffield-Mountaineering-Rock-Climbing-Meet/photos/30158675/
https://www.meetup.com/Sheffield-Mountaineering-Rock-Climbing-Meet/photos/29696690/
https://www.meetup.com/Sheffield-Mountaineering-Rock-Climbing-Meet/photos/29210446/
Difficulty: Grade 1 scrambling (suitable for beginners). For more information on scrambling grades see:
https://www.thebmc.co.uk/understanding-scrambling-grades
Experience Required: Some previous hiking/hillwalking experience would be beneficial along with a reasonable level of fitness and a sense of adventure.
Duration: Approx. 8 km with total height gain of approx. 400 metres. Estimated time 4 to 5 hours.
Ordnance Survey Map: OS 110 Sheffield & Huddersfield Landranger 1:50 000 Scale.
Guidebook: Scrambles in the Dark Peak published by Cicerone Press.
As always, if everybody wants to contribute £2.00 towards our Meet Up site fees and other operating costs that will be great, thanks.
26 attendees
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