Bouldering in Southampton for experienced climbers: A new wall every Friday. One membership for all of it.
You know what you are doing. A different wall is stripped and reset every week, there is a proper training area next to the mats, and a membership has no contract and no joining fee.
Climb once a week and a membership already costs less than paying each time. Everything after that is free climbing.
Open from 07:00
We open at 07:00 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, so you can climb before work, and until 22:15 on weekdays.
Nothing to be locked into
No contract and no joining fee. Cancel whenever you need to, and freezing it for an injury or a long trip is free.
Why people stay
Three reasons a membership does not get boring.
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Step 1: A different wall, every Friday
The setting team strip a wall and build it again from nothing, every week. Come back on a Saturday and there is a whole section you have never seen, from warm ups to problems nobody has finished yet. How the setting works
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Step 2: A training area, not a corner
Three training boards, at 15, 30 and 45 degrees. Fingerboards. And a gym with a cable machine and free weights. All of it next to the mats, and all of it included in a climbing membership.
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Step 3: People to climb with
Nobody here minds what grade you climb. Turn up on your own and you will end up working a problem with somebody. And because we are not-for-profit, what you pay goes back into the holds, the setting and the team.
Membership
Come once a week and it already costs less than paying each time.
Pick who it is for and how you would like to pay.
No contract and no joining fee. Cancel whenever you need to.
Bringing children? Add a junior to an adult or concession membership for £11 a month each.
Student? There is a membership for the academic year.
Nine months of climbing, paid once, so it covers you from the start of term to the summer. Choose Student in the boxes above to see it, or go straight to it here.
We are a founding member of the Independent Climbing Wall Collective. A Boulder Shack membership gets you free entry to its other walls around the UK, at no extra cost.
Independent Climbing Wall Collective
Independent walls, run by climbers rather than by chains.
“We were visiting the area so dropped into the tots climbing session with our two under 5’s and it was such a fun, inclusive and well led session! Thanks so much to coach Sarah, everything so was clear and well explained and perfectly paced for the age group. We will definitely come again! Delicious coffee and brownies too :)”
Anna Leatherbarrow · a month ago
5 out of 5 stars
“A lovely little gym. Staff are really helpful and friendly, good snacks and drinks and the setting is varied and accessible to a variety of ability levels. We've been a few times with my little one and we have thoroughly enjoyed each visit.”
Kevin Winter · 6 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
“Great for individuals and birthday parties…
Wonderful welcoming, chilled vibe.
We just had my son’s 10th birthday here.
Our instructor, Katherine, was great.
Gave my son and his friends a great time. Catered for all experiences and confidence levels. We had the use of a great party space to use as a base but also had the advantage of bringing our own food so we could cater to all dietary needs ourselves. We would highly recommend it as a party destination and a climbing / bouldering space in general. Also - try the brownies and the smoothies when you need a snack and a refresh!!”
Rebecca Magee · 3 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
“Shack is by far one of the best climbing gyms around! The community and what they have to offer is something you don’t find else where, reasonably priced. A great spot to pop in for a little coffee and chat, always have great staff that will attended to anything you need, great coaching sessions, and also some amazing social group sessions!
I’m happy to hang out there all day and bring new people! Such a warm and welcoming atmosphere”
Sam Lewry · a year ago
5 out of 5 stars
“This place has a great atmosphere and the staff are always incredibly welcoming. My five year old son loves going (mainly for the smoothies and paninis I think!) and there’s a great area for younger climbers. I couldn’t recommend it more, whether you’re a beginner or experienced climber. Looking forward to going back.”
Edward Ives · 4 months ago
Not ready to commit?
Pay as you go.
One ticket covers the whole day. A day ticket is for people who already climb regularly: if that is not you yet, start with an induction.
Pay as you go.
What
Price
Day pass, AdultPeakUnlimited access open to close. Can leave and return same day.
£14per day
Day pass, AdultOff-peakOff-peak = weekdays 10:00 to 16:00.
£12.50per day
Punch card, 10 passes, AdultPeak10 climbs for the price of 9. Valid 12 months. Shareable between people.
£126per card of 10
Shoe hireFree with any membership, and free in inductions, tasters, tots and junior clubs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Make it your wall.
No contract and no joining fee, so the only thing you are committing to is turning up.
