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Welcome to Boulder UK,

New to climbing or Boulder UK?

Bouldering is a form of climbing close to the ground above matting, so ropes and harnesses are not required.  It is an excellent way to tone-up and get fit and develop key fundamental skills including balance, flexibility and strength.

Bouldering is a very sociable activity, where people of ages and backgrounds can come together to climb.  It’s a great way to meet new people and make new friends.  

Bouldering can be many things to different people.  Some climbers solely boulder indoors and use it as a more interesting and stimulating alternative to the gym and way to keep fit.  Other climbers will use bouldering as training for their outdoor projects and upcoming climbing trips.  

To learn more and plan your first visit, please click the button below.

Why Boulder UK?

In September 2017, a team of dedicated climbers opened Boulder UK in Preston, replacing the original wall that was established in Blackburn in 2003.  We believe our strong history, the dedicated, friendly and highly experienced team of staff and excellent facilities mean there is nowhere better for beginners and experts to come and climb and train!

What we offer

Wide variety of indoor rock climbing walls

Everything from slabs, super-steep overhanging walls, roofs and everything in-between

Over 150 problems, with new problems at every grade every week

Ranging from V0 (very easy) to V8 + (very difficult) set with a diverse selection of holds from brand new comp holds to classic rare shapes

Junior clubs, development squad and academy

From Age 5+, from total beginners to GB standard

Dedicated gym & rock training areas

With free weights, campus board, fingerboards, 11 circuits from f6a to f8c and digital 45° & 55° Beastmaker boards

Bouldering inductions, lessons and taster sessions

Adult and junior coaching sessions, birthday parties and group sessions

Expert route-setting team

Some of the best route-setters in the country, our in-house setters Jamie Swales and Neil Mawson are joined each week by national BMC competition route-setters including Dave Barrans, James Garden and Alice Thompson

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