Simonside Outdoor Adventure

Climbing wall

Indoor climbing

At Simonside Climbing Wall we have:

51 climbing lines
8 clip and climb lines
a bouldering wall

Our walls are designed to help beginners and experienced climbers.

Our routes are graded so you keep an eye on how your climbing is going, and all our sessions are staffed.

If you are new to the sport, our staff will give you a free induction.

Our public climbing sessions are open to everyone, but we encourage a family mix where you can share experiences together.

We also have a climbing wall specifically designed for those with additional needs and a wall that is wheelchair accessible too. For more information and to discuss your needs contact us on 0191 424 0118.

Coronavirus update

Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, the following changes are in place:

You must pre-book a session by calling 0191 4240118 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 12noon)
There are limited places available for each session. This also includes any spectators so please only attend with those who are going to take part in the activity.
You must wear a face covering, unless you are exempt for age, health or disability reasons. You do not need to wear a mask when you start to climb. See the government guidance on face coverings.
Due to limited numbers spectators are only allowed for those with children under 8 only. This is limited to 1 per group.
Card payments only.
Please come ready to climb.
You will need to leave your name and contact number when entering the building for track and trace purposes. This is limited information and is destroyed after 21 days.
You may be refused entry if you, or other people you have come into contact with, are showing signs and symptoms of COVID-19 or, if you refuse to leave your track and trace details.
We encourage you to wash your hands before, during and after your climbing session. Hand sanitiser is available to use around the building and prior to entering at reception.
Please follow all instructions from staff and please socially distance.

Opening times

The opening times for our public climb sessions are:

Tuesday and Thursday, 5.30pm to 7.15pm
Tuesday and Thursday, 7.30pm to 9.15pm

These sessions are suitable for people aged 3 years and over.

Prices

Member (under 18s): £4
Member (adults): £5
Non member (under 18s): £6
Non member (adults): £7
Yearly membership: £5

Prices include equipment and instruction.

Hire of rock boots are £1 extra.

Wear suitable clothing

Please wear suitable clothing - no skirts, dresses or tight fitting clothes that will restrict your movements.

You don't need much kit. We will provide you with a harness and belay device with karabiner.

Kids club (currently unavailable)

Kids club is currently not taking place.

Birthday parties (currently unavailable)

Please note: birthday parties are not currently taking place.

These pre bookable parties are around 2 hours long and include lots of climbing and climbing based games.

After climbing there is some time for food. You can use our kitchen and a room for candles and cake.

Our birthday parties cost £100 for 10 people and then £5 per person for any additional members of your party. The price includes entrance, all instruction, equipment and use of kitchen and room for after climbing.

Health and safety

Children under 8 years old cannot be left in the building without supervision.

Staff are appropriately qualified to supervise indoor rock climbing and all lead instructors hold either the Mountain Training's Rock Climbing Instructor or Climbing Wall Instructor Award, and a valid first aid certificate.