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What is a crux in climbing? Getting to grips with hardest parts of the ascent

By Alex Foxfield published

We reveal how the crux impacts the overall grade of a route and consider famous examples from climbing history

Climbing & Mountaineering

Wales’ 5 tallest mountains: soaring Snowdonian giants

By Alex Foxfield published

We reveal the highest mountains in Wales: storied peaks that rise high above a landscape rich in history and legend

Climbing & Mountaineering
Tents and prayer flags at Everest Base Camp

Mount Everest Base Camp is moving

By Julia Clarke published

Nepal’s government is moving Base Camp off the Khumbu glacier, which is melting faster than ever due to global warming and human activity

Travel
Mount Everest cloaked in clouds

Who was Edmund Hillary? The beekeeper who made it to the top of the world

By Julia Clarke published

We take a look at the astonishing accomplishments of this legendary climber, from scaling Everest to his humanitarian work

Climbing & Mountaineering