UBEC: Who are we?
The Explorers Club
Find out what we have been up to last year by looking at our yearly publication; Hik-Up
Bristol University's Hill-Walking & Hiking Club
The University of Bristol Explorers Club is one of the most active and undoubtedly the most friendly outdoor society in the Union (well we would say that wouldn't we, but it's true). A walking club with attitude, we cater for everyone who wants to give Bristol a break, whether you're a hard-core mountain trekker or prefer to 'stroll-then-find-a-pub'. Known for our friendly, slightly eccentric approach, we organise a day walk or weekend away every week during term-time. As well as hiking, our term programme also features a packed social calendar.
We've been everywhere from Scotland (wild-camping) to Cornwall (sunbathing), the mountains of Wales to the Dales of Yorkshire – and most places in between! Take a look at our photo gallery for pictures from some of our walks in the Brecon Beacons, the Lake District, Dartmoor, Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire, Exmoor, the Quantocks... the list goes on.
We also run an extended summer trip every year. Recent destinations have included the French/Swiss Alps, the Pyrenees, and Scotland (this last was a two-week tour that featured both the Cairngorms and the Isle of Skye).
Come along and join in the fun! Our activities include opportunities for training, leading walks and driving minibuses, as well as the chance to escape from Bristol, meet new friends and enjoy a great weekend away from the pressures of work.
Want to know more?
Have a look through these pages – our list of Frequently Asked Questions is a good place to start. If you'd like to get involved or just want some more information then please come and find us or get in touch!
Our mascot, a hedgehog named Henrietta, would like to introduce herself to anyone she hasn't met before. (You may have to save the clip to disk to view it!)
Participation Statement: As part of the British Mountaineering Council, members of the Explorers Club must understand that club activities may involve an element of risk in remote environments where medical/emergency services may not be immediately available. It is your responsibility to understand the exact nature of any activities you undertake and to bring suitable personal equipment.
