UBES runs regular indoor climbing sessions throughout term, alongside outdoor climbing trips and opportunities to learn the basics if you’re completely new to climbing.
You do not need any previous experience to get involved. We run introductory sessions throughout the year, and members can borrow much of the equipment needed to get started.
Weekly Climbing Sessions
- Monday · 18:30
Flashpoint — weekly bouldering session, usually followed by a pub trip. - Wednesday · 14:00–17:00
Redpoint — rope climbing session with free instruction available to members. - Thursday · 19:00–21:00
Redpoint — postgraduate climbing session.
New to Climbing?
Throughout the year we run introductory climbing sessions designed for complete beginners. These cover the fundamentals of roped climbing, including tying in and belaying safely.
Look out for Give It a Go sessions, or ask in the UBES WhatsApp if you’re already a member and would like to get started.
What Kit Do You Need?
- Comfortable, flexible clothing
- Trainers or climbing shoes — climbing shoes can usually be hired at the wall
- Harness — UBES harnesses can be borrowed free of charge, subject to availability, or hired at the climbing wall
UBES also has ropes and other climbing equipment available for members. If you already have your own equipment, you can use the gear tape spreadsheet to help identify it.
Climbing Outdoors
In addition to our weekly indoor sessions, UBES climbs outdoors at local crags such as the Avon Gorge whenever conditions allow.
We also run dedicated climbing trips during the year, with previous destinations including the Peak District, Portland and Cornwall. These trips cater for a range of abilities, although participants may need to have demonstrated basic skills such as safe belaying before taking part.
Scrambling
Scrambling sits somewhere between hiking and rock climbing, using your hands as well as your feet to travel over steeper rocky terrain and ridges.
Some weekend trips include opportunities to scramble, depending on the destination, conditions and experience of the group. Classic examples include the North Ridge of Tryfan in Eryri and Striding Edge in the Lake District.
