WELCOME TO HIGHBALL CLIMBING CENTRE

Welcome to Highball, Norfolk’s oldest and largest bouldering centre! As an independent, bouldering-only gym, we’re built by climbers, for climbers. Whether you’re stepping onto the wall for the first time or pushing your limits, you’ll find everything you need to challenge yourself, progress, and be part of a thriving local community.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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New to climbing or just to Highball? Our friendly, experienced crew are here to help you get started with confidence.

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Joe Jackson (Lake District Walks)
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Best climbing centre in East Anglia just got even better. Incredible bouldering routes, some top out sections and a long 10m overhang. Superb
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This place is clearly going to be amazing when finished. Would only say one thing, which is that I would put in down climb holds, as opposed to just the odd one dotted around. Actual down climb mini “ladders”. Especially during this time when the matts are “firm” and bedding in, because landing on them from the top ain’t fun
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Mick Parravani
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Another fantastic outing at the new centre. All staff very friendly and welcoming. We had our three grandsons aged 12 to 16. To say they enjoyed it is an understatement ! Special mention to instructor Ben. Went over and above in ensuring that they really had fun as well as instructing . Fantastic. We will be back !!!
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Booked the half term kids climb with Richard and thought it was excellent value for the session. The kids absolutely loved it, he was so attentive with the group of children he had. It’s spacious inside, great coffee and the cookies went down well post climb. If you are watching it’s not that warm whilst they are renovating but I imagine it’s great if you’re climbing and that said they do have blankets on the sofas.
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I used to climb at old Highball in 2017 and then started up again once I moved back to Norwich last year, and loved the old Centre. It was my favourite Centre I’ve climbed at and when they announced they were moving I was excited to see the new place! It’s bigger and better but still has all the same qualities of the old centre. It has a great variation of climbs, all the staff are both friendly and super helpful, always happy to assist when you need advice on a climb, and the general atmosphere is always fantastic. I can’t wait to see how the new centre develops over the coming months and years and expect to be visiting for many years to come. Special shoutout to Jude and Gilby for not only getting me back into climbing, but for also pushing me to climb higher and smarter!
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Amazing atmosphere with lovely staff and has a wide range of routes that suit all climbers

a welcoming environment for climbers new and old

Thanks to Team GB’s incredible success, bouldering has soared in popularity and we’re thrilled to be home to Norfolk’s largest dedicated bouldering centre.

Our friendly and experienced crew offers supervised activities, courses, and coaching programmes to help climbers of all levels thrive. With top-tier route setting, a buzzing social scene, and strong ties to independent Norwich, we’re proud to host national climbing competitions and professional climbing awards.

Experienced, advanced or pro climber?

Here for the weekend or making Norwich your home? Highball is for you.

If you’re an active climber or boulderer at another centre, you’ll want to complete our registration process before you arrive to make your transition seamless and get started with us right away!

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climbing for kids and teens

Looking for a fun new activity for your child or teenager? Or maybe you’ve been invited to a children’s party or event?

Don’t worry—we’ve got all the details you need to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and memorable experience for everyone!

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At Highball, we’re committed to protecting the environment. From using sustainable materials to reducing waste, we strive to minimise our impact. We encourage responsible climbing practices and aim to build a community that respects and preserves natural spaces.

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