News
Mallory new for old
Following study of the replica jacket worn by George Mallory on his 1924 Everest expedition, University of Northumberland student, Dan Smith, is designing his own interpretation. Dan says “I originally started to explore using natural fibre fabrics, but without compromising performance… … [more]
Sir Chris on BBC Radio Cumbria
Sir Chris speaks on BBC Radio Cumbria about launch of Bonington archive http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/console/p00mynqr The interview starts at 2:20:11
Bonington Collection now open
MHT are delighted to announce that the Bonington Collection is now open to the general public thanks to funding received from the Heritage Lottery Fund and the BMC. The papers include expedition documents, correspondence, press cutting scrapbooks and manuscript drafts of … [more]
Cutting the rope
It seems the over dramatisation of climbing events struck a chord with the 1953 Everest expedition deputy leader, Sir Charles Evans. In his “Eye on Everest” sketchbook, published in 1955, Evans features a sketch of the film director, shooting footage in and around Helyg, … [more]
MHT at opening of Carlisle Archives Centre
MHT were involved in the celebrations to open the new Carlisle Archives Centre earlier today. Sir Chris Bonington, MHT trustee, officially opened the centre which benefitted from a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Children from Petteril Bank School … [more]
White Spider
Did you successfully bid for a signed copy of The White Spider at the Eiger auction held at the RGS on 1st December? Please get in touch with MHT to arrange delivery. Thank you!
Newsletter December 2011
Fancy a quick catch up of MHT’s recent activities? Read about our fundraising Eiger event with Chris Bonington and Ueli Steck, get an overview of the “Show Us Your Nuts” roadshow at KMF and remember the wonderful George Band OBE. Here’s the … [more]
Wainwright Collection
MHT wish to extend their congratulations to the Cumbria Archives Service for securing an HLF grant to fund the purchase and future preservation of the papers of Alfred Wainwright. MHT will be working with CAS and other partners including Kendal … [more]
Julian Cooper Exhibition
Currently showing until Christmas are four paintings by Alpine Club member Julian Cooper that have not been seen before in the UK. They are part of a joint show called ‘Fire and Ice’ at Michael Richardson’s Art Space Gallery. Only … [more]
Christmas Cards For Sale
Mountain Heritage Trust are pleased to offer for sale a christmas card featuring a wonderful image of the Eiger. The image was taken by Sir Chris Bonington and he has generously donated its use for these cards. They are priced … [more]