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Donald Desbrow Whillans (18 May 1933 – 4 August 1985) was an English rock climber and mountaineer. He climbed with Joe Brown and Chris Bonington on many new routes, and was considered the technical equal of both. Early life.
Feb 13, 2010 · Learn about Don Whillans, the 'ard little man in the flat 'at, who made many first ascents with Joe Brown in Wales and the Alps. Read his witty and fierce anecdotes of his adventures, fights and mishaps in climbing.
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Oct 3, 2013 · Don Whillans (18 May 1933 -- 4 August 1985) was an English rock climber and mountaineer. Born and raised in a two-up two-down house in Salford, Lancashire, he climbed with both Joe Brown...
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Don Whillans was a legendary British climber who achieved many first ascents in the Alps and the Himalaya with Joe Brown and Chris Bonington. He was known for his bold style, humour, and generosity, and died in 1985 after his last climb in the Dolomites.
- 18th May 1933
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- 4th August 1985
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Nov 4, 2006 · Leo Dickinson introduces his new film, exploring the myths and legends of rock climber Don Whillans, who was known for his epic routes, rescues and wit. The film features interviews, stories and footage of Whillans' adventures in the Alps, Patagonia, Annapurna and Everest.
Apr 1, 2020 · Don Whillans & Chris Bonington climb Dovedale Groove E1 5b, From the TV program Lakeland Rock.DIRECTIONPaul BerriffPRODUCTIONBorder Television Striding Edge
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Jun 28, 2013 · Learn about the origins and stories of the Don Whillans Hut, a unique rock climbing hut at the Roaches in the Peak District. Discover how it was once a cave, a gamekeeper's cottage, a royal picnic spot, and a BMC property.
