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A person climbing on an indoor climbing wall at a queer climbing social

22.04.25

Queer Climbing at TCA Glasgow

Join the Queer Climbing Social at The Climbing Academy! Hosted by Glasgow Queer Adventures

Climbers gather together looking at the climbing wall

22.04.25

What you need to know about the new changes!

Here's everything you need to know about the new changes as we switch over to our new system.

Climbers chat and laugh in between climbs on the mats

03.04.25

Earn ££s with TCA’s new loyalty scheme

Earn ££s when you climb, shop & share. Read about our new cafe/shop loyalty rewards and a new referral scheme.

The Mothership Litter Pick

18.03.25

Community Litter Pick at The Mothership

TCA is hosting a community litter pick at The Mothership on 26 April 2-5pm.

A climber progresses up an overhuyng problem. We see lots of coloured holds in the background

17.03.25

Exciting Tech Upgrades at TCA

TCA is upgrading to Capitan & Lightspeed for a smoother booking and check-in experience. Find out what’s changing and how it benefits you!

Women climbing on an indoor bouldering wall

25.02.25

International Women’s Day

Bring a woman half price

17.02.25

Big Changes at The Mothership: New Entrance, New Facilities

Exciting news, the entrance is moving on 3 March – the start of a major transformation at one of Bristol’s leading indoor bouldering centres.

Two people on a date in the climbing centre

14.02.25

Date Night Alternatives – Climbing

Looking for a fun and unique date idea? Discover why climbing at TCA is the perfect way to connect, challenge, and create unforgettable memories together!

Easter Holiday Activities for Kids

06.02.25

Easter holiday climbing in Glasgow – 2025

Looking for some fun Easter activities to get the kids moving?

04.02.25

Women’s Boulder Social in Glasgow

A space to connect and be inspired by climbers of all abilities, and for anyone that may struggle to feel welcome in the gym.

A woman climbing in the winter series bouldering competition at TCA

28.01.25

The Bristol Winter Series 24-25 – Finals Booking Open

Get ready for the 2024-25 Winter Series Bouldering Comp!

Women climbing during the Winter Series in Glasgow

27.01.25

The Glasgow Winter Series 24-25 – Finals Booking Open

Get ready for the 2024-25 Winter Series Bouldering Comp!

Image of Greenland

22.01.25

Up S**t Fjord

Up s**t fjord without a packraft! Simon Smith's tall tales from the Scot-Slovak South Greenland Expedition 2024

22.01.25

Neil Gresham masterclasses at TCA

Spend time with one of the world's top climbing training experts in Bristol and Glasgow

a man performing a heel hook at The Prop Store whilst climbing

18.12.24

Discounted courses for 2025 in the Glasgow

25% off courses. Learn how to lead climb or improve your bouldering skills in 2025

A girl looking up as she climbs on large purple 'blob' holds.

16.12.24

New prices in January 2025

Find out full details about TCA price rises in 2025 and how to secure 2024 pass prices.

a man lead climbing in the church in bristol

06.12.24

Discounted courses for 2025 in the Southwest

Up to 50% off courses. Learn how to rope climb or improve your bouldering skills in 2025

A young boy looks up concentrating while climbing on colourful holds.

28.10.24

Try before you buy (Southwest)

Find out how you can get your first session of selected kids classes free of charge.

A child climbing during mini mountaineers for 4-6yrs

28.10.24

Introducing Mini Mountaineers in Bristol

A special stay-and-play session for parents and little ones from 4-6yrs.

26.10.24

Arc Schools’ Competition

Sign up now to compete in a schools' climbing competition for Wiltshire schools at The Arc.

a man climbing on an auto belay during a taster session

24.10.24

New Taster Sessions at The Prop Store

Get started the easy way with our taster sessions

Two women enjoying a bouldering induction session at The Climbing Academy

23.10.24

New Bouldering Inductions at The Mothership

Get started the easy way with our unbeatable £10 deal

17.10.24

Christmas 2024/25 opening times

Plan your Christmas climbing sessions at TCA

17.10.24

Christmas presents for climbers

We have lots of ideas that will keep the climber in your life happy this Christmas

Kid climbing in an indoor climbing competition as part of the TCA squad

17.10.24

Chippenham youth squad selection

Apply now to be in the 2024-25 youth climbing squad.

17.10.24

Bristol youth squad selection

Apply now to be in the 2024-25 youth climbing squad.

Woman performing a heel hook at an indoor climbing wall.

09.09.24

New adult bouldering courses in Glasgow

Enhance your climbing skills with our new series of Movement & Technique courses - now split out to suit your needs.

A woman indoor bouldering at The Arc in Chippenham

06.09.24

Pay once, climb twice offer

New to TCA? Find out how you can get 2 climbing sessions for the price of 1.

A young boy looks up concentrating while climbing on colourful holds.

29.08.24

Try before you buy (Glasgow)

Find out how you can get your first session of selected kids classes free of charge.

A person bouldering on an indoor bouldering wall at The Climbing Academy.

23.08.24

Let’s go clubbing!

If you are looking to meet other climbers, to improve your skills or just to have some fun, we have lots of climbers' clubs in Bristol and Chippenham that you can choose from.

Picture of the outdoor climbing wall at The Arc.

15.08.24

Filming Request – We Need Your Help

Interested in being involved in our filming project? Click through for more details.

a student clipping a quickdraw on the lead climbing wall of the prop store in maryhill.

13.08.24

Glasgow student deals

Discover exclusive student climbing deals at TCA! Discounted courses and special events, plus weekly club sessions for your college or university

The Mothership

85 Barrow Road
Bristol
BS5 0FD

01179 072 956

Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 8am-8pm
(Peak 8am-3pm)
The Newsroom

124 Portman St
Kinning Park, Glasgow
G41 1EJ

0141 429 6331

Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 8am-8pm
(Peak 8am-3pm)
The Church

St.Werburgh's Church
Mina Road, Bristol
BS2 9YQ

01179 413 489

Mon-Fri: 12pm-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 9am-6pm
(Peak 9am-3pm)
The Prop Store

24 Craigmont St
Maryhill, Glasgow
G20 9BT

0141 429 6331

Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 8am-8pm
(Peak 8am-3pm)
The Arc

Westmead Lane
Chippenham
SN15 3HZ

01249 471182

Mon-Fri : 11am-10pm
Wed (+ school hols) : 9.30am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 9.30am-6pm
(Peak 9.30am-3pm)