Climbing Wall
History
The AOAC climbing wall was once just a dream. That dream became a reality when a team led by the then centre manager Roy Page, who with some phenomenal community support and time given by local business and individuals allowed that dream to be realised. After years of fundraising the wall was built and opened to the public on the 2nd August 2003. Since, that day the wall has provided a gateway to climbing for countless individuals and provided access for groups, schools and others to introduce the next generation to what is now an olympic sport.
We will always be grateful to Roy and Sally Page, Wayne Godson, Neil Harvey, Andy Hall and the countless others that made dreams come true for so many.
The wall is open to individuals and families daily. Monday to Friday we open from 12:00 and we welcome climbers to stay with us until 22:00. Saturdays we open at 09:00 to 22:00 and close at 17:00 on Sundays.
All climbers must register as competent climbers or complete an on-site induction course.
Children from the age of 8 upwards are welcome but must be accompanied by a registered adult climber.
Please be aware that some areas of the wall may have restricted access to support groups and others.
Public Access
Climbing for all
The 10 metre high wall boasts 22 panels with around 60 routes at all levels with areas dedicated to those new to the sport and those developing through to the intermedaite grades and beyond. There is also a indoor bouldering area for those wishing to experience a differenct aspect of the sport.
Off-Peak
£10.00
£8.00
FOC
£7.50
FOC U18
Peak
£12.50
£10.00
Adult
Concessions
Belay Only
Adult Belaying U18
Annual Registration
Pricing 2025
Off-Peak Times 14:00 to 17:00
Peak Times 17:00 to 22:00 and weekends.
Adults over 18
Concessions - children under 18, students and over 65s
Front line emergency services* 50% discount on entry prices only with valid ID
*Front line includes ambulance crew, EMA, Dispartchers, Response Officers, PCSOs, call takers, firefighters and volunteer responders inclluding coastgaurd, CFR, Special PCs, RNLI Crew, SUSAR
£3.50
£3.50
£1.50
£1.50
£7.50
FOC
Hire - Adults
Harness
Shoes
Carabiner/
Belay Device
Chalk Bag
Hire Package
Junior Hire
Adult
Concession
Membership
30 Day
£60.00
£45.00
6 Month
£350.00
£280.00
Annual
£650.00
£520.00