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22.05.23

Kids summer holiday climbing

Climb into an unforgettable summer with our action-packed holiday sessions.

winter series competition climbers

22.05.23

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 that you can choose from.

09.05.23

Black Diamond Tribe Leaders

A look back at last year's BD Tribe Leaders

08.05.23

Tops-on policy

Find out more about the reasons behind a change to the clothing policy at TCA.

04.04.23

Black Diamond Tribe Leaders

Find out who this year's BD Tribe Leaders are.

16.03.23

Women’s Night 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.

15.03.23

TCA merch is here

TCA t-shirts and sweatshirts are now available made with ethically sourced cotton, in a range of colours and branded prints for each centre.

14.03.23

Let’s go outside

A useful skip through lots of the things you should be thinking about if you're starting to climb outside. With guide and coach Trev Massiah

10.03.23

Southwest schools’ bouldering League 2022-23

Test yourself in our annual schools' bouldering league

07.03.23

Setting changes in Glasgow

We are changing the way we set boulder problems in Glasgow.

16.02.23

The Arc skateboard design

Find out who won the competition to design the first ever skateboard for The Arc

13.02.23

Easter holiday climbing in the Glasgow

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

13.02.23

Easter holiday climbing in Southwest

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

01.02.23

Win an overnight stay and climbing at The Arc

Visit Wiltshire is running a competition for a climbing trip to Chippenham including accommodation at The Angel.

Orla stands at the top of yellow step ladders painting a mural or red and orange wavy lines with blac and white climbing gear over the top.

23.01.23

New mural in The Prop Store shop

Artist Orla Stevens has created a new mural for the shop in the Prop Store.

11.01.23

New parking at The Arc

Find out about new paid parking spaces at The Arc

10.01.23

TCA pass-holder app

Check in and check out using our new app

09.01.23

TCA Sustainability Strategy

Find out more about TCA's sustainability strategy

04.01.23

Design a skateboard for The Arc

Get your creative juices flowing and submit your entry for our first ever TCA skateboard

01.01.23

10% off winter courses in the Southwest

10% off courses. Learn how to rope climb or improve your bouldering skills this winter

01.01.23

The Glasgow Winter Series

It's time to warm up for the 2022-23 Winter Series bouldering comp

01.01.23

The Bristol Winter Series

It's time to warm up for the 2022-23 Winter Series bouldering comp

20.12.22

Student project promotes climbing for wellbeing

Watch Ryan Feeney's promotional video, filmed in The Prop Store in Glasgow.

06.12.22

Griptonite app – TCA

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

05.12.22

Christmas 2022 opening times

Plan your Christmas climbing sessions at TCA

21.11.22

TCA Southwest Schools’ Climbing Championships 2023

Take part in our schools' climbing championships!

07.11.22

Southwest squad selection

Apply now to be in the 2022-23 youth climbing squad.

12.09.22

Bank Holiday – Mon 19 September

TCA centres will be open

10.08.22

Glasgow Freshers’ climbing offer

Are you new to Glasgow and new to TCA – and want to try something new? Get half price entry for a limited period

27.07.22

Get a tour of The Arc

As part of Heritage Open Days you can book a free guided tour of The Arc