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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!

A climber is photographed from above, reaching up to their next hold.

19.01.26

Student Winter Bouldering Comp Series – Bristol

Think your uni has the strongest climbers in the SW? Two rounds left in our winter bouldering comp series – ends 26 March.

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 little boy is focussed looking up as he climbs

20.12.25

Family activities – 50% off first 2 visits

Looking for fun family activities to do with kids? Try indoor climbing – and get 50% off your first two visits!

The Climbing Academy Glasgow Open Days

16.12.25

The Climbing Academy Glasgow Open Day – FREE Climbing

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

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.

A roped climber makes a dynamic move with a high foot.

27.11.25

Winter offer: 25% Off TCA Courses

If you’ve been thinking about learning to climb or taking your skills to the next level, now’s the perfect time.

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

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.

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

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 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.

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)