Boulder Shack
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What we run

SUMC

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

Members and families gathered outside for a summer party
  • University of Southampton students
  • [Club night times TBC]
  • £35 a month
  • Any

Southampton University Mountaineering Club climb here regularly, which is a ready made group of people your own age who will drag you out to real rock eventually.

The club membership is £35 a month, and is for paid up members of the club only. [Club night times to confirm. Ask at the desk or on the club social media.]

What it costs

Prices for SUMC
WhatPrice
University Climbing Club Membership (All Times), University club membersPeakFor paid up members of the University Climbing Club only. This is the SUMC membership.£35per month
SUMC Membership, Off Peak, SUMC membersOff-peakWebsite: SUMC only, proof required on next visit. Off-peak only with an upgrade fee to climb at peak.To confirmWebsite says £2.50 upgrade; current upgrade is £3.50. Website link points to a portal slug (off-peak-sumc) that may no longer exist. Confirm whether SUMC is now the University Climbing Club product.[Price to confirm]per month

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 climber on a steep section with a coach spotting her

    Student deals

    • Students with valid ID
    • Term time and beyond
    • £20 for 3 visits
    • Any

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

  • 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.

Ready when you are.

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