Climbing

What is a climbing wall?

Climbing walls are a great way to get stronger and to start climbing in a friendly environment. They are a great way to keep fit over the winter and also great for new climbers as we offer many different courses on climbing for all levels. Our wall is one of the largest in Southeast England with overhangs, traversing wall, & being over 9 metres high it can challenge all ages & abilities. We also have over 50 metres of bouldering walls.

Can anyone climb?

We strongly recommend that everyone attends an Introductory two hour climbing course. However, if you are over 18 years old & have climbed before you can climb without instruction (Instructors must be booked in advance). For under 18 year olds then they must be accompanied by an adult (one adult can only be responsible for a maximum of two under 18 year olds per climb). However, any 16 & 17 year old experienced climbers can climb, but they must be assessed for their ability with one of our Instructors before they are allowed to climb here, this also has to be booked in advance.

We also cater for groups to climb. For a small charge we will provide an instructor & equipment and all you do is come and climb! Group bookings must be made in advance. We also run courses for juniors to learn to play click here for more details.

All users of the Climbing Wall must read the Code of Conduct and sign a Disclaimer before using the Wall

Do we need to book?

No. You can just 'turn up & climb'. For a small cost we can supply shoes & equipment.

The wall is open on:

*please telephone to confirm opening times

How much does it cost?

What courses do you run?

The courses will enable you to climb the wall safely using the correct equipment & learn the different techniques of climbing that you thought you would never would be able to do. Please book in advance for all courses, as numbers are limited.

Taster Courses

Juniors - This is a 1½ hour taster course that shows the child the fun of climbing, this is a great introduction to climbing. All equipment is supplied. For the next taster course please contact Reception. The cost is £6.50 for members & £8.00 for non-members.

Beginners Courses

Juniors - We run a course for juniors (7-17 years) who have not climbed before or have had little climbing experience. It includes instruction on belaying, ropework, & equipment. We provide all the equipment. Courses run term time (course length depends on term length) and run on Saturday mornings from 8.30am-10.00am & Thursdays 5.00-6.30pm throughout the year.

For more information on dates and costs please see our 'Childrens Courses' section here or alternatively phone for more details.

Adults - We run regular adult beginners courses, the cost is £15.00 for the two hours. It includes instruction on belaying, ropework, & equipment. We provide all the equipment. For the next courses please ask at reception.

More Experienced Climbers

Intermediate Junior climbers - We offer courses for juniors who have climbed before or who have completed our beginners climbing course. It includes a more detailed look at belaying, bouldering, ropework, & equipment. It includes a more detailed look at belaying, bouldering, ropework, & equipment. Courses run on Saturdays 10-11.00am throughout the year. Courses run term time (course length depends on term length).

For more information on dates and costs please see our 'Childrens Courses' section here or alternatively phone for more details.

Advanced Junior Climbers (K2 Club) - We offer courses for juniors who have climbed before or who have completed our beginners or intermediate climbing course. It includes a more detailed look at belaying, bouldering, ropework, & equipment. Courses run on Wednesdays 5.30-7.00pm, Saturdays 11-12.30pm throughout the year. Courses run term time (course length depends on term length).

For more information on dates and costs please see our 'Childrens Courses' section here or alternatively phone for more details.

Adults - Abseiling, leading, bouldering introduction & top rope - these courses are for the experienced climbers who wish to learn more about their sport & may be to instruct others. For more information on these courses please contact Reception.

*New* Ladies Climbing Club - A five week course with a fully qualified instructor - Mondays 6.30-7.30pm please click here for more details.