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Explore the latest happenings in the realm of mountain heritage, from riveting expedition accounts to thought-provoking articles.

Bold characters, epic tales and a little of the latest heritage news. Take a look at what we've been up to.

The 2022 Boardman Tasker Award shortlist has been announced

September 12, 2022

Article

The Mountain Heritage Trust, which proudly holds the archival collections of both Pete Boardman and Joe Tasker, is thrilled to share the news that the Boardman Tasker Award for Mountain Literature has announced its 2022 shortlist.

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Our new Collections Manager reflects on his first weeks in the role.

August 17, 2022

News

Earlier this year I was lucky enough to be appointed as Collections Manager here at the Mountain Heritage Trust and I began work at the beginning of July. Since that time, and with the help of Trustees, Patrons and former members of staff, I’ve been gaining some basic familiarity with the collections (which include archives, artefacts and printed material), with the office and archive stores, and slowly but surely with the MHT’s systems as well.

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David Johnston-Smith joins the Trust

July 4, 2022

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Volunteer Treasurer Recruitment 2022

June 6, 2022

News

We are looking for a Volunteer Treasurer who is keen to be a part of an exciting charity.

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Job vacancy - Collections Manager/Archivist opportunity

April 7, 2022

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At Home In The Steep Places: The Story of Bill Peascod

September 6, 2021

Event

Feature-length documentary film screening about Maryport-born miner, rock climber and artist Bill Peascod (1920-1985).

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Volunteer Treasurer Role

March 12, 2021

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Mountain Heritage Trust Online Catalogue Launch

February 12, 2021

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Closure Update February 2021

February 9, 2021

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We're joining the Heritage Compass business support programme

January 22, 2021

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About Mountain Heritage Trust

From the first rock climbs on Napes Needle, to daring first ascents in the Greater Ranges, and incredible feats of competitive athleticism; our archive of films, images, books and artefacts echoes with some of Britain’s most iconic achievements and its boldest personalities. 

Now though we’re looking to the future, and asking what stories might lie amidst the crags and climbing gyms up and down the country. We all have own our mountain history, and in 2019 we're telling those inspiring stories from our incredible community.