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Discover indoor and outdoor climbing locations across the globe
Featured Bouldering Centres
Discover top climbing locations from around the world
Warwick University Climbers' Union
IndoorCoventry, Coventry
Newark Climbing Club
IndoorNewark, Newark
Highball Climbing Centre
IndoorNorwich, Norwich
Leeds University Union Mountaineering Club
IndoorLeeds, West Yorkshire
Wildtrak
IndoorNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
University of Wolverhampton Climbing
IndoorWolverhampton, Wolverhampton
Perth College UHI Climbing Centre
IndoorPerth, Perth and Kinross
Sussex Mountaineering Federation
MixedLewes, Sussex
Get Started with Bouldering
Learn about bouldering and why it's the perfect sport for everyone
What is Bouldering?
Bouldering is a form of rock climbing that is performed without the use of ropes or harnesses. While it can be done outdoors on small rock formations or boulders (hence the name), it's also commonly done at indoor climbing gyms on artificial climbing walls.
Unlike traditional rock climbing, bouldering focuses on shorter, more powerful and technical routes called "problems". Climbers usually stick to heights that allow them to safely jump down onto crash pads if they fall.
Learn MoreWhy Choose Bouldering?
- ✓ Accessible for beginners: Easy to get started with minimal equipment
- ✓ Full-body workout: Great for strength, flexibility, and problem-solving
- ✓ Social activity: Meet like-minded people while climbing
- ✓ Indoor & outdoor options: Practice year-round regardless of weather
- ✓ Mental challenge: Solving bouldering problems stimulates your brain