'The Ridge' is Wiltshire's premier indoor climbing facility. All levels of climber are catered for, from complete beginner to competition standard, and with over 120 climbs available up to 9m high, spread across four very different walls, we are able to provide a variety of different climbing experiences second to none.
Monday - Friday from 2.00pm until 10.00pm
Saturday - Sunday from 10.00am until 6.00pm
Climbers must complete a registration form and be a competent climberPDF version - Climbing Wall Registration Adults PDF version - Climbing Wall Registration Under 18 Online version - Climbing Wall Registration PDF version - Terms and Conditions |
The climbing wall has to close from time to time because of events or maintenance. Before visiting please click onto the link below which will take you to the closure page, to ensure that the walls will be open at the time of your visit.
This wall is designed to form a dedicated teaching and novices area. However, modern route setting makes it possible for us to provide harder climbs in the same area to challenge even the best climbers. Fixed top ropes are provided alongside effective leader protection in the form of bolts and specially designed cracks that facilitate the use of self-placed protection.
This modern feature has enough variety and challenge to appeal to all standards of climber. With sections overhanging up to 4m on a 9m high wall, there is ample scope for varied and interesting routes which we change on a regular basis. There are quick-draws at all protection points for lead climbing.
This wall provides an additional bouldering facility which complements our 30-metre long traversing wall. A modern 4m high moulded resin surface provides a great variety of challenges to test the best. Provision for extra bolt-on holds also ensures that routes can be changed regularly. Competitions are held on a regular basis.
This supports a variety of top-rope route problems, mainly intended for the novice to mid-range climber, but with a few more challenging routes. As with the rest of the facility, we regularly change the routes to maintain interest.
Our team of qualified instructors are ready to help any group enjoy this challenging sport. A minimum age of eight years old and a minimum ratio of one instructor per eight participants apply to ensure safety and enjoyment for all. Please telephone our Programming Department on 01793 465461 for group booking details.
Junior climbers under 16 years of age must be accompanied on the wall by an adult at all times.
A number of climbing courses are available, as well as our Junior Cliffhangers Club.
Regular competitions and achievement awards provide targets for all abilities to reach for.
We can also host Children's Birthday Parties.
A varied range of routes is provided for novices and less experienced climbers. We also provide a comprehensive programme of courses from three-session 'tasters' through to six week improvers.
A diverse range of wall surfaces - overhangs, natural protection placements and challenging routes - provides ample enjoyment for experienced climbers. All routes are named for ease of identification. A book is available for your feedback on quality, grade etc. Please ask at the Ridge Reception.
If you use our facilities more than once a week, then our annual X-Training Passport will save you money.
The Link Centre
Whitehill Way
Westlea
Swindon
SN5 7DL
Tel: 01793 445566
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