Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page.
Here you will find answers to some of the questions our climbers and customers ask us most frequently. If you’re still unsure about anything, feel free to ask a member of staff when you’re in the centre or get in touch.
Bouldering is a form of climbing which takes place on indoor walls that typically measure less than 15 feet (4.5 m) from ground to top. It is a mix of gymnastics, parkour and problem solving that tests both your physical body and mind. Unlike top rope climbing and lead climbing, no ropes are used to protect or aid the climber. Instead safety matting is laid underneath all climbing areas which help decrease the chance of injury from any fall of height.
No, you can hire them on site for a small fee. If you have booked an instructed lesson, shoes and chalk hire are included in the price.
Yes. We welcome climbers of all abilities, including the ‘never-evers.’
Yes. We have a wide range of lessons available for climbers of all experience. Some of these lessons may be reduced due to Covid-19 measures.
Yes. After registering, there is a range of access from single-entry to annual memberships.
Only children who are booked onto one of our kids sessions, or those who have passed our junior assessment, can be left alone at the centre. At all other times, children must be supervised by an adult.
We do (are you sure we can’t tempt you with bouldering?). We have a gym area as well as a well stocked café. There are plenty of chill-out and viewing areas around the centre, so why not relax with a drink and get a feel for what we’re about, you’ll be climbing the walls in no time!
On your visit to Stronghold Climbing Centre, you will be asked to fill in a Supervisor Assessment, which will be checked by a member of our team. On successful completion, you’ll be able to supervise 1 person.
As an Adult you can just come in and talk to our friendly staff who will be able to get you climbing on the day. Please visit our First Visit page to read more about our registration process and how long it will take.
If you are looking to bring kids for the first time and you are not an experienced climber, please be aware that you will not be able to climb on the day. The process to be an ‘Adult Supervisor’ for children is on our Kids and Families page.