Boulder Shack
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What we run

Student deals

Cheaper entry and cheaper membership with a student card. Bring ID the first time.

A climber on a steep section with a coach spotting her
  • Students with valid ID
  • Term time and beyond
  • £20 for 3 visits
  • Any

Cheaper entry, cheaper membership, and prepaid options that only run through term time so you are not paying for the summer at home.

Bring a valid student card the first time and we will set it up. [The nine month prices are on the booking system rather than here, so ask at the desk.]

What it costs

Prices for Student deals
WhatPrice
Student punch card, 3 passes, StudentPeakProduct name on portal: 'Student Punch card - 3 for £20 (All Times)'.£20per card of 3
9 Months Student Climbing, All Times, prepaid, StudentPeakPortal product only.£295per 9 months
9 Months Student Climbing + Classes, All Times, prepaid, StudentPeakPortal product only.£350per 9 months
9 Months Student Climbing, Off Peak, prepaid, StudentOff-peakPortal product only.£250per 9 months
Summer Student Membership deal, StudentPeak3 months all times entry. Full payment at sign up, non-refundable, cannot be frozen, must start before end of June.To confirmFrom poster in project folder. Almost certainly expired for 2026. Included so the site can hold a template for next year.£75per 3 months

FAQs

Questions people ask.

Anything else, ring us on 02380 171 808.

  • Is there a joining fee?

    No joining fee and no contract. Memberships are monthly and you can cancel whenever you need to. If you are not sure yet, a day ticket or a punch card is a sensible place to start.

  • What is the ICWC benefit?

    We are a founding member of the Independent Climbing Wall Collective. Members get free visits to other independent walls in the collective, which is very handy if you travel.

  • What counts as off-peak?

    Weekdays 10:00 to 16:00. Everything else is peak. If you are on an off-peak ticket or membership and want to stay into the evening, there is a £3.50 peak upgrade at the desk.

  • Can I freeze my membership?

    Yes, and it is free. Injuries and long trips happen. Talk to the desk or email us and we will pause it.

  • Are classes included in my membership?

    They are on Climbing and Classes, £63 a month. On a climbing only membership you can add classes for £8 a month. Classes without climbing are £25 a month.

  • Who gets a concession rate?

    Students with valid ID, over 65s, people on DSS, registered disabled climbers and carers. Ask at the desk, we do not make it awkward.

  • Is there an NHS or blue light discount?

    Yes, 10% off adult entry prices for NHS, blue light and armed services. Bring your ID.

  • Do you sell gift cards?

    We do, for any amount, and they can be spent on entry, membership, coaching or in the café. They are bought through the booking system.

  • Does it cost anything to watch?

    No. Spectators and non-climbing visitors are free, and the café is open to anyone whether they are climbing or not.

You might also want

  • A first timer on the wall with a coach close by

    Induction

    • [Age 14+, to confirm]
    • 25 min
    • £16.50
    • Complete beginner

    Twenty five minutes with a coach and you can climb here whenever you like, on your own terms.

  • A member of the Boulder Shack team by the mural

    Concession rates

    • [Who qualifies TBC]
    • All day
    • From £10.50 [DE3, DE4 to confirm]
    • Any

    Reduced rates for students, under 18s, over 60s and anyone on [qualifying benefits]. Ask at the desk, we do not make it awkward.

  • Members and families gathered outside for a summer party

    SUMC

    • University of Southampton students
    • [Club night times TBC]
    • £35 a month
    • Any

    Southampton University Mountaineering Club climb here regularly. A ready made group of people your age.

Ready when you are.

Book it now, or ring us first if you would rather ask a person. Either is fine.