Climbing at Jurassic Ridge
Open Climbing
For experienced climbers looking to train or climb socially, Jurassic Ridge is open for independent climbing throughout our opening hours.
Climbers must be confident fitting a harness, tying in, and belaying safely. These skills will be checked by our instructors on your first visit. All essential equipment is available to hire if needed.
Whether you’re working on technique, building endurance, or climbing with friends, you’ll find a supportive and well-run environment on the wall.
Additional information
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Children aged 5–17 must be accompanied by an experienced adult (18+)
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Supervision is limited to a 1:2 ratio, with one experienced climber supervising up to two novices
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Harness hire is included. Suitable for ages 5+
Learn to lead course
Take the next step in your climbing. This course is designed for experienced climbers ready to move from top-rope to lead climbing.
What you’ll learn:
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Lead climbing safety and risk management
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Using quickdraws and fixed equipment
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Lead belaying and catching falls
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Clipping technique and movement
Course overview
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3 x 2-hour coached sessions
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Small group coaching (max 3 climbers)
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Build skills, confidence and independence
Before you book
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You are a confident top-rope climber (5A+)
Course cost: £100 per person
Rope Skills Refresher
If you’re returning to climbing after a break and want to rebuild your confidence, our Rope Skills Refresher is the perfect place to start.
The session revisits essential rope skills, including safe harness fitting, tying in, and top rope belaying, with time to cover any questions or concerns you may have. We encourage anyone who’s been away from climbing for a while to join us and get comfortable on the wall again.
Please speak to the Reception Team to arrange your session.
Rope Skills Refresher: £35 per person
Membership options
Climb more for less
Unlimited climbing for experienced climbers, including free essential equipment hire and exclusive member perks.
Please note: All new members must successfully complete a climbing competency check on their first visit (tie in, fit a belay device and show competent belaying).
Membership benefits
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Unlimited climbing
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No joining or cancellation fees*
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Harness & belay device included
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Discounted shoe hire
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Member discounts at Freshwater & Highlands End
Membership options
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Monthly Adult (18+): £28
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Monthly Child (5–17, accompanied): £20
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Annual Adult (18+): £280
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Annual Child (5–17, accompanied): £200
* Minimum membership term is 3 months.
Onsite shop
Grab Your Kit
Everything you need to climb, right here at Jurassic Ridge. Our new onsite shop stocks essential climbing kit, chalk and accessories, making it easy to gear up before you get on the wall.
With no other climbing shops for miles around, it’s the most convenient place to pick up what you need, whether you’ve forgotten something or you’re upgrading your kit.
On the Wall at Jurassic Ridge
Climbing FAQs
Are there any age requirements?
Yes. You must be 5 years old + to use the Jurassic Ridge climbing wall facility.
How long is a climbing session?
Depending on the session chosen it can range from 1 to 2 hours.
I have my own equipment, can I use this instead of hiring climbing equipment?
Yes for course, a member of Jurassic Ridge will check your equipment over to make sure it’s safe to use before you start climbing and a disclaimer will need to be signed.
What should I wear for climbing?
We recommend wearing clothes that cover all limbs and not to wear hoodies with toggles. Long hair needs to be tied back.
How do I purchase a membership?
You can purchase memberships on the link below, select the relevant drop down (Climbing or Soft Play) and there will be a membership drop down, from here select the appropriate membership and book from there. The memberships will be activated as soon as payment has gone through. We do recommend booking using your membership for sessions due to our limited capacity as we cannot guarantee entry if the session is fully booked.
Opening hours
School term time
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Monday to Friday: 1pm-9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am-7pm
School Holidays
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Monday to Friday: 10am-9pm
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Saturday & Sunday: 10am-7pm
Prices
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Experienced Climbers: £12
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Taster sessions: Adults & children: £15
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After School Club: 6-week terms: £72,
7-week terms: £84 -
Rope Refreshers: £35 pp
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Learn to Climb: £75 pp
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Learn to Lead: £100 pp
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Lead refresher: £50
