Clip 'n Climb
Our amazing Clip 'n Climb arena at The Bridge Leisure Centre includes 14 fun themed climbing experiences and 19 individual climbing lines up to a maximum height of 7.5 metres, each showcasing striking designs.
Prepare yourself to experience action packed adrenaline fuelled fun whilst testing your agility, confidence, balance and problem solving skills!
Bookings available online now. Please view our timetable to find your session and book a spot.
Our climbing walls
We have a range of walls designed to test a varying level of abilities. Take a look at what awaits you at The Bridge Leisure Centre.
Twister
Have you ever tried to climb a crooked staircase? Well now’s your chance! Twist and turn to get to the top with lots of over hangs to keep you on your toes. If that’s not enough try twister two to challenge yourself even further with only under cut handles.
Agility: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐⭐
Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Jungle Gym
Race your friends up the Jungle Gym onto the cargo net. Feel like you’re on a real army course racing up and down the jungle gym!
Agility: ⭐️⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐
Astro Ball
Challenge not just your self but your friends! Our Astro Ball has 3 sides to take on to get the top of several balls stacked onto of each other. All sides have slightly different difficulty levels so team work will be an essential to get to the top!
Agility: ⭐️⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐⭐
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Stairway to heaven
With the stairway to heaven test your courage balance by winding your way up the bright green poles step by step to be standing at the top of heaven.
Agility: ⭐️⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Difficulty: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Steelworks
Steelworks will test your nerve as you have to climb a steel door frame to get to the top. Feeling exposed with not much to hold onto shimmy your way up to the top just like you’ve seen in the movies.
Agility: ⭐️⭐⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐⭐
Zig Zag
Zig zag your way up the wall traversing your way cross this menacing wall, each step will test your hand and foot work and take you higher with each move you make.
Agility: ⭐️⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐
Difficulty: ⭐⭐
Aliens
Aliens have landed! This climb is a great feature to test your rock climbing skills as not every hand hold is never as it seems. With difficult sections the higher you go.
Agility: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐⭐
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Ladder
Ever one likes a ladder! Try a super high ladder one foot in front of the other slowly gets you to the top.
Agility: ⭐️
Courage: ⭐️⭐
Difficulty: ⭐
Dome Chimney
Dome Chimney will challenge your climbing techniques in this increasable and challenging climb. Set out like a chimney, shimmy your way up to get to get to the top.
Agility: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tree Trunk
Everyone love climbing trees… but a square tree trunk? Unusual for sure! This is a beautiful recycled tree, laminated and moisture cured to maintain its good looks. Just one thrilling way to 'top out' on this classic challenge that we all grew up on. The perfect occasion to show off to your family or your mates!
Agility: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Courage: ⭐️⭐️
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Dry ice
Ever felt like going for a climb in the snow? Have ago at Dry Ice, this climb combines skill and fun to get to the top of this epic wall. Try not to drop the ice picks on your mission to the top of the mountain.
Agility: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐⭐
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Orbital
Nothing is as it seems with Orbital. Once you begin this challenge you will find the wall moving and spinning around once you start your climb.
Agility: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐
Courage: ⭐️⭐️
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐⭐⭐⭐
Face to Face
Race your mate to the top of this very popular element. This stimulating and highly original climbing challenge uses commercial gauge clear acrylic. Heaps of options for interactive fun, with climbers on both sides striving to be first to the top. Use the slopers, jugs, side pulls and under clings to good advantage or challenge your mate to 'mirror' your moves!
Agility: ⭐️⭐️
Courage: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️
Leap of Faith
Come and take the Leap of Faith from our 7.5m high platform and see if you have the courage to jump. Climb up the side of our Crain onto the plat form and take the leap to touch the punch bag hanging in front.
Agility: ⭐️⭐️
Courage: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️
Session times
Your session includes a 15 minute harness and safety brief and 60 minute climb.
Our sessions run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during term time and Monday to Sunday during school holidays.
Session times
Our sessions
All sessions include a 15 minute harness and safety brief and 60 minute climb.
Term time
Fridays
- 4.00pm - 5.15pm
Saturday & Sunday
- 9.15am - 10.30am (Early bird discount)
- 10.30am - 11.45am
- 11.45am - 1.00pm
- 1.30pm - 2.45pm
- 2.45pm - 4.00pm (Saturday only)
- 4.00pm - 5.15pm (Saturday only)
School holidays
We have additional Clip 'n Climb sessions running during the school holidays. Session time availability may vary, check timetable for details.
Please note - during the holidays, our weekend times remain the same as normal.
How to book
All sessions must be booked in advance. Please select the day you wish to visit and available sessions will load. If there are no sessions showing there are no available slots on that day.
Towering Tots
New Towering Tots sessions, making Clip 'n Climb suitable for your little ones!
Perfect for those aged between 3 and 4 years!
Towering Tots
Sessions
- Thursday 12th September 11am - 12pm
- Thursday 3rd October 11am - 12pm
- Thursday 24th October 11am - 12pm
- Thursday 14th November 11am - 12pm
- Thursday 5th December 11am - 12pm
Additional information
- £8 per climber
- Minimum 1 adult for every 2 children
- Suitable for age 3 - 4
- Parents/guardians must stay in the arena at all times to supervise their children
- Must be 10kg or over
SEN sessions
Our SEN sessions will have a calm environment, low music and reduced numbers to allow for more 1 to 1 time with the instructors.
SEN climbing
Sessions
- Saturday 19th October 9.15am - 10.30am
- Saturday 9th November 9.15am - 10.30am
- Saturday 30th November 9.15am - 10.30am
Additional information
- Sessions cost £13.40
- 1 carer per climber can enter the climbing area
- Book via our timetable
Climbing parties
When you book one of our parties, there is no fuss and no mess for you to clear up. You, your child and their friends have all the fun whilst we do the work for you.
Climbing parties at The Bridge Leisure Centre
Ultimate Climbing Adventure Party
Are you ready for the ultimate Party?! For an unforgettable experience you and your friends can come down and take part in the best birthday party EVER! Our amazing instructors will get you scaling our main wall. The range of climbing that we have means that we have something for everyone. Suitable for Children aged 4+.
- Maximum 20 Children
- Suitable for Children aged 4+
- Fridays 5.15pm - 6.30pm (£180)
- Sundays 2.45pm - 4.00pm & 4pm–5.15pm (£218)
Party Tea
We can offer you an area to host your party tea in. Tables and chairs/benches will be provided. However, we do ask you to supply the plates, cups, napkins and food. Your party tea room can be accessed 15 minutes before your party starts, you then have 45 minutes for your party tea after your party ends. The cost is £30 for the 2 hours.
Clubs & group bookings
We offer a variety of clubs, groups and corporate activities designed to spend a fantastic period of time on our climbing walls.
For the young and old(er) we've got an option for you.
Group bookings
Corporate & team building
Whether it's time away from the office, a reward or celebration, a bit of team building can be just the thing to increase efficiency, creativity and positivity within your business. Clip 'n Climb is the perfect experience for you and your colleagues.
We could also tailor this alongside some of our other activities in the centre such as
- PT Bootcamps
- Badminton tournaments
- Football / Tennis / Multisport Sessions
Schools
We provide the opportunity for students to learn outside of the class room either as part of an enrichment programme or reward. Activities have many physical benefits including development of agility, balance, co-ordination and strength as well meeting other key objectives such as problem solving, teamwork and communication.
We can accommodate up to 20 students in each session in the arena. Each session is 1 hour and 15 minutes, including a 15 minute safety briefing and harnessing and a 60 minute climb. Minimum of 8 climbers for school sessions.
We can also combine climbing activities with other activities in our centre for larger groups for example football, badminton, trampolining, fitness activities and more. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Community groups
We welcome working with all community groups and can offer exclusive bookings at times to fit around you!
For more details please get in touch.
Pricing & offers
Enjoy Clip 'n Climb for less, and check out our upcoming deals and offers at The Bridge Leisure Centre.
All climbing sessions must be booked in advance.
Pricing & offers
Prices
- £13.40 per person
- Ages 4+ only
How to book
All sessions must be booked in advance. Please select the day you wish to visit and available sessions will load. If there are no sessions showing there are no available slots on that day.
Offers
Early Bird sessions
Benefit from early bird discount on some of our 9.15am sessions times
Combo Tickets
Enjoy Clip 'n Climb and Active Play & Bounce, with 1 ticket at a reduced price!
Available on the following dates:
TBC
Frequently asked questions
An answer to your questions...
FAQs
Q: When is Clip n’ Climb open?
A: We are open all year around. View our climbing times.
Q: Am I allowed in the climbing arena if I’m not climbing?
A: Up to 6 spectators are allowed in the climbing arena, however they will be required to watch the safety briefing video with their children before they come in.
Q: Are there any age or weight restrictions?
A : The minimum age is 4 with no maximum age and the maximum weight is 22 stone.
Q: Do I need to bring anything with me?
A: All you will need to bring is yourself. Closed toe shoes like trainers (no flip flops, crocs & sandals) and a hair band if you have long hair and we provide the rest.
Q: When should I arrive for my session?
A: Please arrive 15 minutes before your session starts to fill out forms and be ready to start the session on time. You have to watch the safety briefing video every time before your session, even if you have watched it before. You may be asked to wait to allow for the safe set up of programmes or exit of classes before yours. On arriving, please make your way to Reception. Our Placemakers will be available to point you in the right direction and give you the consent form to fill in.
Q: How long does a session last?
A: Each session consists of a 15 minute briefing and 60 minute climb.
Still got a question? Speak to a member of the team by calling 01403 211311.
Booking terms & conditions
Before booking your spot on our of our Clip 'n Climb sessions, please read our booking terms and conditions.
Participation statement
Clip ‘n Climb at The Bridge is a potentially dangerous activity that could lead to serious injury if safety procedures are not followed. All participants are required to follow and adhere to the guidance given in the safety briefing video, on the ‘Rules for Climbers’ poster and any additional safety information given by centre staff. These rules have been put in place for the safety and well-being of all participants and High Places Clip ‘n Climb at The Bridge cannot be held responsible for any participants acting outside of them.
Clip ‘n Climb activity equipment is provided and operated by Places for People Leisure Limited. It is a condition of your use of the equipment that you follow the safety information below, the advice on the safety briefing video and any instruction given by the instructors. Failure to follow this advice will result in you being asked to leave the climbing session.
The following points should be noted and agreed:
- Bookings may only be made by those aged over 16 years of age. Parents or guardians making bookings for those aged over 8 years of age need not attend or climb, however if they want to, they must book their own tickets. Any child under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult who will remain responsible for the welfare of that child at all times during the climbing session. The lead person making the party / group booking will be agreeing the Terms and Conditions on behalf of all climbers.
- The minimum age for a climber is 4 years old.
- The maximum weight limit for a climber is 22 stone / 150kg.
- Climbers must not walk or stand on the coloured warning mats beneath a climb.
- Climbers must not climb without a harness and without a trained member of staff clipping them onto the wall.
- Climbers must not “pull down” on the rope whilst climbing.
- Appropriate footwear is a must for this activity, so no flip-flops, heeled or open shoes may be worn. Ensure any shoe laces are properly tied
- Climbers should wear comfortable, appropriate clothing for climbing. All climbers must follow the clothing regulations, which include removing inappropriate jewellery, ‘securing’ any glasses and tying back long hair. Lockers are provided on site for valuables to be stored.
- No chalk is permitted on the climbing elements.
- By participating in a Clip ‘n Climb session, all climbers acknowledge that this activity requires a moderate level of fitness and is physically testing and that any physical activity carries an inherent risk of bumps, bruises and minor injury. If you do not follow the safety guidance given there is a significant risk of serious injury.
- In order to cancel a booking a minimum of 24 hours’ notice prior to the start of the session must be given. Cancellations of parties / group bookings will require 7 days’ notice prior to the start of the session.
- Cold drinks are permitted in the climbing arena, however food, chewing gum and hot drinks are not allowed.
- Due to the nature of the safety briefing, late attendance may result in you being unable to participate in the session