Session times
Your session includes a 15 minute harness and safety brief and 60 minute climb.
Our sessions run on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during term time and Monday to Sunday during school holidays.
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.
Private hire
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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 01621 851898.
Booking terms & conditions
Before booking your spot on our of our climbing arena 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