First Visit

Never been? No Stress!

Bouldering is the easiest way into climbing: no ropes, no harnesses, no experience needed.

What's it all about?

Bouldering is climbing over thick matting with no ropes or harnesses. You climb short routes (also called "problems" or "blocs"), and when you get to the top, you just climb back down.
It's a social, surprisingly full body work out, and a good laugh at the same time.

You don't need to be strong, sporty or fearless... Our walls have climbs for complete beginners right through to seasoned regulars, so there's always something at your level. Come solo, drag a mate along, or make it a family day out - everyone's welcome.

Your first visit in 3 easy steps

1

Register online

Before you climb, you will need to complete our conditions of use and acknowledgement of risk form. It only takes a couple of minutes.

2

Watch the safety induction video

A short video that gives you a run down on how to climb safely. Watch before you arrive, or at the centre before you start.

3

Turn up and check in (or book sessions)

There's no need to book for our main climbing areas (available for ages 6+).
For climbers 5 years and under or for climbing in the kids area please book in advance.

What to wear & bring

A few pointers on what to wear and bring when you visit us.

Comfy clothes you can move in.
Please keep a top of some kind on when you're climbing at FBR.
Clean trainers to start, or hire climbing shoes from us for a few quid — no bare feet, please.

Bringing kids?

Children of all ages are welcome to climb.

Children aged 5 and under can climb in our dedicated kids area while those 6 and over are welcome to climb in the whole centre.

Please familiarise yourself with our supervision ratios before visiting.

Ready to climb?

Register now and we'll see ya there! Got a question first? Give us a shout!