National Mountaineering Exhibition

This is the creation of the British Mountaineering Council and the Mountain Heritage Trust and was compiled with the help of many of Britain's best climbers - true experts in the history and heritage of this spectacular and challenging sport. Sir Chris Bonington, one of the world's greatest mountaineers, invites you to reach new heights at The National Mountaineering Exhibition. Come along and experience the incredible story of mountaineering and meet the intrepid climbers who have risked their lives over the years. Through an innovative and lively mix of state-of-the-art audio-visual and interactive displays, breathtaking photography and historical artefacts, you'll find yourself transported to the top of the world.

Within the National Mountaineering Exhibition, you can:

▲ See mountaineering gear used on the world's greatest climbs

▲ Dress like a mountaineer!

▲ Dare to cross the yawning crevasse!

▲ Home of the world-famous Mallory and Irvine collection

▲ Exhibition shop with Nepalese Fair Trade goods together with the 'Best Selection of mountaineering and outdoor books in the Lake District

All this, and much more, is there for you at The National Mountaineering Exhibition. With the single most comprehensive collection of Everest clothing, equipment and artefacts ever brought together, supported by an amazing display of film, sounds, pictures and thought provoking words, this really is the closest you'll get to climbing the world's highest mountain without actually setting foot on its treacherous slopes.

Booking Line 01768 860090  -  Information Line 01768 868000