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August 2024
Aghill Beg Climb Weekend
This will be an exploratory visit to Achill Beg on the weekend of August 9th,10th,11th. The organiser is club member Paddy O'Brien. One climb was recorded, a 3 pitch E1 led by Tom Ryan in the 90's. The plan is to travel over to the island on Friday using a local with a rib and return on Sunday. On that weekend there will be some entertainment as there is a local music festival on the island between mid morning and…
Find out more »Glendalough Climbing
This is organised by Club treasurer George Beaumont. It will be on the Saturday and Sunday of August 10th & 11th with the possibilty of a meet up on the Friday en-route. There is climbing for everybody with a good mix of crags for all abilities. The best description of the variety of climbing is from this site : Glendalough - A Rock Climbing Guide for the first time visitor (hikeandclimb.ie) " Please let George know if you wish to join …
Find out more »Pyrenees Club Trip
Late August/early Sept. Pyrenees. There is a group of club members going to the Pyrenees in late August and early September, with base at Espot. If you are interested please contact Alan (alanwtees@gmail.com).
Find out more »October 2024
Mountaineering Ireland Autumn Meet Sligo
The Mountaineering Ireland's Autumn gathering will be based out of Sligo Southern Hotel in Sligo Town October 11-13 2024. Information and registration is here: mountaineering.ie/events/default?id=513
Find out more »AGM of the Colmcille Climbers Club
The AGM for Club members will take place at 6pm on the 26th October at McGrorys Culdaff followed by a meal at 7.30. Please be prepared to pay the membership fees which will be agreed for the year 2024-2025. Climbing beforehand weather permitting.
Find out more »November 2024
Lynam Lecture by Dermot Somers
Image from MI. The Mountaineering Ireland Lynam Award is given annually and this year it went to Dermot Somers. Mountaineering Ireland note that "Dermot Somers is a mountaineer, former broadcaster, and award-winning writer. An accomplished climber, Dermot was the first Irish person to climb the six classic Alpine north faces. He also participated in expeditions to the greater ranges and was a member of the successful 1993 Irish Everest expedition. He has written a number of books, in Irish and…
Find out more »1955 route on Binnastooka, Dunaff Head.
Sunday November 17th. 1955 route on Binnastooka, Dunaff Head. (3 pitch diff). Trainers might be better than rock shoes. Meet at Market House Clonmany for 11am start.
Find out more »Showcase of some old school Climbing Photos
Friday 22nd November 7pm Showcase of some old school Climbing Photos. Invite from Belfast Climbing Club. Venue is Ballnafeigh Community Development Centre, 283 Ormeau Rd ,BT7 3GG.
Find out more »December 2024
Annual Wassail Abseil
Saturday December 7th Wassail Abseil , (probably Eagle Mountain Mournes). The base is Henry’s cottage Attical, courtesy of Belfast Climbing Club. Vans can be accommodated nearby. Let PJ Feeney know if you wish to attend.
Find out more »January 2025
Errigal on New Years Day
Wednesday Jan 1st. If you are not doing a new year’s day swim, join the hordes on Errigal. Snow will be provided, possibly.
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