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A climber focuses on her next bouldering move with an intense look

23.06.26

Temporary closures in Bristol and Chippenham

Find out more about temporary centre closures this week due to the red weather warning

Open Days at TCA

15.04.26

Bristol Summer Open Day – FREE Climbing and Inductions

If you’ve been thinking about trying climbing, now’s the perfect time with TCA's Open Day

Two climbers sporting Glasgow Queer Adventures t-shirts. We see their torsos, one facing us smiling and one facing away from the camera.

17.03.26

Belonging on the Wall: Glasgow’s Queer Climbing Community

Climbing is more inclusive, joyful and empowering than ever. Find out more.

A young girl looks back while climbing on colourful holds

24.02.26

Easter holiday climbing in the Southwest – 2026

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

The mean meet for a coffee and catch up before the climb

23.02.26

Peak Mindset

A space for men to chat, climb and connect. Whether you’re going through a tough time or just want to meet new friends, you’re welcome.

We see a young boy shyly smiling while he holds a rope.

23.02.26

Easter holiday climbing in Glasgow – 2026

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

A climber in a dark room looks down while roped climbing leaving cool shadows protruding below him.

16.02.26

Project Blackout

We’re switching off the mains and lighting up the nave with nothing but head torches for Project Blackout @ The Church.

An aerial shot of the bouldering, trad and sport climbs at Dumbarton Rock by Edge Photography

14.02.26

The Dumby Project

Regular TCA photographer Ewan Grant (Edge Photography) tells us more about his documentary about Dumbarton Rock.

A child smiles as the camera while he rope climbs

09.02.26

New £3 Intro Rope Climb

A 30-minute taster for ages 6-11s in St Werburghs, Bristol. No pressure, just a fun way to try out roped climbing.

A women looks up at the next hold while bouldering

09.02.26

Celebrating International Women’s Day at TCA

Bring a woman half price

BritRock Fim Tour written over the top of an epic image of a climber on a stunning rockface

27.01.26

BritRock Film Tour at The Prop Store

The epic BritRock Film Tour is coming to The Prop Store in Glasgow on 7 March

Two people on a date in the climbing centre

20.01.26

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!

The picture focuses on a climber looking strong on an overhang, while comp competitors look at other problems

11.01.26

TCA Glasgow winter bouldering comps

Find out more about Autumn/Winter 25-26 comps at TCA Glasgow

06.01.26

Griptonite app – TCA

Try our powerful and fun app to log climbs, track progress and take part in challenges.

A young climber looks up whilst bouldering, intent on their next move.

05.01.26

Why Indoor Climbing is the Ultimate Home Ed PE Activity

Looking for a home education activity that engages brain and body? Join our climbing sessions for 10-16s at The Arc

The Mothership Open Day

05.01.26

The Climbing Academy Bristol Open Day – FREE Climbing and Inductions

If you’ve been thinking about trying climbing, now’s the perfect time with The Mothership Open Day

A man gives. thumbs up as he climbs on an auto belay

15.12.25

Climbing for Mental Wellbeing: Common Wheel at TCA

How Common Wheel uses climbing to support mental wellbeing, build confidence and reduce isolation through inclusive sessions

Man climbing at The Arc

11.12.25

Get fit… But make it fun, in Chippenham!

Getting started in climbing is easy... and it's fun!

A man looks down while smiling as he starts a boulder problem

11.12.25

Get fit… But make it fun, in Bristol!

Getting started in climbing is easy... and it's fun!

2 climbers smile as they climb on our Twister problem at a Fun Comp

11.12.25

Get fit… But make it fun, in Glasgow!

Getting started in climbing is easy... and it's fun!

ESEA Boulder Social pics

08.12.25

New East and South East Asian Social in Bristol

Launching the New ESEA Bouldering Social at The Mothership

Holds on a spray wall - training board.

08.12.25

Glasgow Board Socials

Don't just climb harder this year. Train smarter with 2 new board social.

TCA graphic baubles

23.10.25

Christmas 2025/26 opening times

Plan your Christmas climbing sessions at TCA

Halloween graphics of webs, ghosts and bats

13.10.25

Halloween Fun comp at the Mothership

A spooktacular night of climbing with 15 new comp problems, including silly challenges, Halloween-themed café treats and plenty of laughs

24.09.25

Parking at The Arc

Find out about parking at The Arc

A side-on exterior photo of The Arc buildings

04.09.25

Take a flight through The Arc!

Take a flight through The Arc in Chippenham and see our climbing walls, bouldering areas, café, skatepark and more from a whole new angle.

03.09.25

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 collage of pics of the outside climbing wall at The Arc, a climber mantling the top of the centre, plus a skater, a wee dog and some spectators.

17.06.25

Arc Open Day – plus Burt’s Fest

Join us for The Arc Open Day – Climbing, Music, Food and Burt’s Fest Skate Jam!

04.06.25

We made stickers!

Buy them because you love climbing. Buy them because you love TCA. Buy them because your laptop deserves better.

James Rudge

03.06.25

An evening with James Rudge: Screening of ‘Able’

Q&A and screening of 'Able' at The Mothership

A woman looks intently up to the next hold while bouldering.

27.05.25

Climbing Towards Net Zero

How TCA Is Leading with Data-Driven Sustainability

Three boys from a recent Urban Uprising session.

08.05.25

TCA’s Partnership with Urban Uprising

At TCA, we believe climbing is for everyone—and that belief is at the heart of our partnership with Urban Uprising.

The Mothership

85 Barrow Road
Bristol
BS5 0FD

0117 907 2956

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

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

124 Portman Street
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

0117 941 3489

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

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

Unit B2, 24 Craigmont Street
Maryhill, Glasgow
G20 9BT

0141 429 6331

Mon-Fri: 10am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)
Sat-Sun: 8am-8pm
(Peak 8am-3pm)
The Arc

Westmead Lane
Chippenham
SN15 3HZ

01249 471182

Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri : 11am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Wed : 9.30am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

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