The British Caving Association would like to thank all of our members for their support in 2025. We hope you have a very lovely Christmas and a fantastic 2026. If you need any help joining BCA for 2026 please email .
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Parks in the Dark
Parks in the Dark is a fascinating delve into the underground worlds beneath our National Parks by Aila Taylor.It has got something for everyone! Great photos, history, fauna and flora, cave formation, personal accounts, myth and legends and more. Click the link to find out more and download the zine. Parks in the Dark
The BCA have received information about the 5th Middle East Speleology Symposium to share with our members: “We are delighted to invite you to the 5th Middle East Speleology Symposium (MESS5), which will be held at the Notre Dame University (NDU) – Louaize in Lebanon on April 15, 16, 17 2026. The MESS5 is a unique opportunity […]
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BCA Membership Fees for 2026
At the July meeting of the BCA council it was decided to increase membership fees for 2026. The decision was not taken lightly, but the BCA feel it is necessary to maintain, and improve upon, its current level of support for British Caving. More details of the many ways BCA supports British Caving, and why […]
Voting on the proposals from the 2025 BCA AGM is now complete. Proposal 1: To amend Article 7.9 of the Constitution 148 people voted FOR the motion (88.62%).19 people voted AGAINST the motion.11 people abstained. This motion is PASSED Amended wording now reads: “Any person may speak at a General Meeting, subject to the Chair’s […]
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Expedition Grant Deadlines
Please note the deadlines for the above organisations that give financial and other support to UK caving expeditions going abroad. Visit their websites for full terms and conditions to ensure your expedition is valid. Ghar Parau Foundation: 31st August 2025 Mount Everest Foundation : 30th September 2025 Howard Jones GPF Secretary
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New Membership system
New BCA membership is up and running, to help you get down and caving! The British Caving Association is pleased to announce that BCA and BCRA membership have joined the BCA training scheme on their online membership system – provided by JustGo. What you need to know: Why is the BCA and BCRA changing the […]
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Data breach – DIMS
On 1 July, BCA became aware that some data collected during processing of Direct Individual Membership fees via Paypal could be found by searching for a member’s name on Google. The information that was accessible included name, postal address and email address – no passwords or bank details. The source document was removed within an […]
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Ghar Parau Foundation : Application Deadline
The Ghar Parau Foundation is a 100% voluntary-based charity providing grant-aid assistance for British caving expeditions to all corners of the world. The BCA’s annual donation is one of their main sources of funding. Grants are available for expeditions between 1st October 2024 and 31st March 2025. The deadline for applications is 31st August 2024. […]
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Council Election Results
The results of the BCA Council elections for 2024 have been declared by Simon Mullens, BCA IT Coordinator. 5878 voting codes were issued, 529 members voted, a turnout of 9% Rostam Namaghi received 452 votes and is elected as Chair for 2024-2027.There were 30 votes for leaving the role vacant and 47 abstentions. Chris Bolton […]