Climbing District | Bermondsey — Arch Climbing Wall

“I had a great time as a beginner. I attended an introductory session yesterday and felt confident and excited to do some extra climbing after. I attended with a friend, and they also had a great time. Good atmosphere and fun climbing routes. If you are considering trying bouldering for the first time in London, or want to try a new climbing gym, I highly recommend. I may try the other climbing district venues in the future.”

“Great staff, very helpful and friendly. Great selection of bouldering, with lots of challenges and accomplishments. There was a rope swing to start the traverse which was super fun!! We spent some time in the gym before to warm up and after to do some weights and cool down. They recommended us to try the Baguette King around the corner for food, which we did and omg it did not disappoint!”

“Serves well both beginners (myself) & experts. Well equipped gym, decent coffee, friendly and helpful staff. Plenty of waterpoints, and more than one toilet. Lockers for storage available too. The regular climbers there form a very supportive and kind community too, very happy to share insight and tips with strangers. Will be sure to come back whenever I visit London.”

“As mentioned below, they've just merged with Stronghold. This means members still need to scan a QR code, watch a video (or skip) - as if new to the Centre - which I was so no problem. Might be good for established members to be made aware before they arrive as they might find the process clunky/annoying. You then have to verify your email before it appears on their system so they can book you in. Shoe hire £4 Children under 9 must now be supervised by a non-climbing adult. If you want to climb with your 7-9 year old you will have to bring another adult prepared not to climb. I enjoyed supervising my grandson, being able to video him climbing alongside his dad, so not a problem for us. I will bring small padlocks next time as the lockers don't work without them and I had a work laptop with me. I loved seeing my grandson using gym equipment alongside other adults, but it did take all my attention to keep him safe and not annoy them! Also a bit worried about a link to chalk dust sent by my son later. (An earlier reviewer said they didn't see many brushes). My grandson found and used at least four different brushes - grazing his knuckle - ouch - when for some reason he decided to brush the wall! 😧”