What makes it 79% Kids-Friendly: Kids 4–12 can do Clip ’n Climb, junior coaching and soft play while parents watch; auto-belays and instructors boost safety, but under-4s cannot climb and all sessions must be booked and paid.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Enough time for a Clip ’n Climb session and soft play without rushing younger children.
Clip 'n Climb:
55-minute session on 18 auto-belay climbing walls and a vertical drop slide.
Tip: Book online to secure weekend slots; kids must be at least 4 years old.
Scrambles Soft Play:
Indoor soft-play with separate areas for toddlers and juniors next to the café.
Tip: Drop in at any time; ideal for 3–10-year-olds to burn off energy between climbs.
Cragsters Junior Climb Coaching:
2-hour top-rope and bouldering introduction for ages 8–12 with a qualified coach.
Tip: Book at least a week in advance to secure weekend spots.

Lukas Svoboda
One of the best climbing area I’ve ever been. Very friendly and professional staff. Great for pro climbers, beginners or families. Highly recommended!
Erik Oldale
Fantastic facility. My 6 year old loved the clip and climb. Don't expect to get much climbing done if you're guiding them!
Jim Sneddon
Kids had great fun trying to climb the different climbing walls.
Mat Sunderland (Sunders ont road)
Amazing place. If you are any kind of climber this is worth the effort to get to. It is tricky to get there and with the Scottish weather it was a challenge to walk the last mile in sideways rain down a canal. But I imagine on a more clement day a more pleasant walk. Though I would imagine with plenty of midges. Once you get there it is an easy in. Pleasant helpful staff l. A nice coffee bar, chan...
Balázs Kertész
Amazing climbing gym in a unique location. The walls are the talles I've seen "indoor". Plenty of different type of wall from slabs to overhangs all in an epic setting. My only complaint is the state of the holds. It seems the routes are not very frequently reset(and therefor cleaned) as some of the dates on the route grade board is up to 6 month old. It clearly shows as some holds have so much r...
Book sessions online, especially during school holidays and weekends, to avoid sold-out slots. Indoor venue means visits are weather-proof year-round.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Clip 'n Climb x3 participants | GBP 51.75 |
| Scrambles Soft Play x1 child | GBP 7.99 |
| Total Estimated | GBP 59.74 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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