Located in the heart of our community, we’re passionate about sharing the joy of climbing with families. Whether you’re new to the sport or a climbing enthusiast, our welcoming environment offers something for everyone. Come join us for a fun-filled adventure, create lasting memories, and experience the thrill of climbing together as a family at Highball!
FAMILY TIME
What is it: Family Time is a discounted open climbing session where adult climbers* can bring and supervise their children. Sessions are scheduled every weekday between 4-6pm which is a quieter time in the centre and therefore a good environment to enjoy climbing with your children. Click here to read more about supervising children.
Whilst the climbing ends at 6pm you can hang around for a well earned drink and cake afterwards.
*The supervising adult must be a competent climber and registered for unsupervised bouldering/climbing. If you are a beginner/novice, you will need to attend an introduction to bouldering course first. Click here for more info.
When is it: Weekdays 16:00 – 18:00
Who is it for: Individuals 6+
Duration: 2 hours
Price: Member + child – £5 // Non-member + child – £15
Extras: Additional child – £5 // Additional adult – £10
FAMILY TASTER
What it is: Much like our private taster, this session is the perfect way to experience the thrill of climbing but as a family. Our Private Taster Sessions are a more personal, bespoke climbing session for those who would prefer their own private instructor.
(Please note, under 18’s will need a parent/guardian present to counter sign their forms before and after the session.)
When is it: Weekdays & weekends
Who’s it for: Individuals aged 6+
Duration: 1 hour
Price: £45 – £75 per group*
*The price starts at £45 for up to two participants, with a maximum price of £75 for 6 participants.
FAMILY INTRO TO BOULDERING
What it is: This session is the same as our Intro to Bouldering but just for you and your family with your own private instructor. It’s a single session that covers all the basics of bouldering, as well as how to be safe on the wall and walking around the centre so you can climb independently.
This session does not teach you how to use our roped walls. See our ‘Intro to climbing’ if this is what you are looking for.
(Please note, under 18’s will need a parent/guardian present to counter sign their forms before and after the session.)
When is it: Weekdays & weekends
Who’s it for: Individuals aged 14+
Duration: 1 hour + optional climbing afterwards
Price: £45 – £75 per group*
*The price starts at £45 for up to two participants, with a maximum price of £75 for 6 participants.
Make sure you wear clothes you’re comfortable to move around in and definitely bring layers if it’s cold outside – we’re in an unheated warehouse! No need to bring any equipment – you can hire everything you need at no extra cost for these private sessions.
If you’re looking for a pick-me-up, our café sells great coffee, a selection of teas and a range of tasty baked goods. You’re more than welcome to bring your own snacks, too.