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Two climbers take a smiling selfie at the top of a trad route

08.09.25

Stephanie’s climbing journey

Read about Stephanie's climbing journey since joining our Women's Boulder Social.

Kids October Holiday Climbing

08.09.25

October Holiday Climbing for Kids in Glasgow

Keep your kid active during the October Holiday break

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.

A climber looks down concentrating on his next move

04.09.25

Bristol – Student Winter Comp Series

Everything you need to know about the TCA student bouldering comp series 25-26

03.09.25

Southwest Schools’ Bouldering League 2025–26

The Southwest Schools' Bouldering League is back at The Mothership

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.

02.09.25

New Training Boards at The Mothership

Moon and Tension Boards- Coming Soon to The Mothership

A climber looks up intensely at the next hold during a comp

26.06.25

Everyone is Welcome at TCA

Climbing should be for everyone. We’ve always worked hard to create spaces that are welcoming, supportive, and inclusive – whether you're climbing for the first time or have been training for years.

Ben Harvey pictured hanging form ropes along with routesetting gear.

24.06.25

Watch the premiere of ‘Routesetter’

Join us on Thu 3 July at The Arc for the premiere screening of Routesetter — a short documentary about TCA routesetter Ben Harvey, filmed right here in the southwest.

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!

A young climber makes a high step while bouldering

06.06.25

Southwest student deals 2025

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

A climber stays on the wall horizontally, with a high left toe-hook above them

05.06.25

Why Indoor Climbing Is the Best Alternative to the Gym

78% of TCA climbers said that climbing had significantly improved their lives.

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.

A climber hangs onto a wall bouldering, low over soft mats.

03.06.25

Taking Pride in Inclusivity

To celebrate Pride month, TCA are putting on some queer friendly offers

Summer fun comp

03.06.25

TCA Glasgow Summer Fun Comp

Get ready for a big summer session of climbing, creativity, and community vibes at The Prop Store – it’s time for the TCA Summer Fun Comp!

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.

Kids climbing at The Climbing Academy

08.05.25

Family Climbing at TCA

Climb Together: Family Climbing Adventures at The Climbing Academy

Image of self-check in scanner

07.05.25

How to login in to your TCA account

Here's a step-by-step guide to logging into your Capitan account

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!

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.

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 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.

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.Werburghs 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: 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)