whatever your ability and experience...
There is climbing for everyone at the Quay Climbing Centre, the South West's largest, dedicated indoor climbing wall. The centre breathes new life into the Old Electricity Works, one of Exeter's most identifiable buildings where, at over 15 metres at the apex, the atrium provides a majestic space in which to climb.
If you are new to this exciting sport, find out more from our friendly team. Try one of our introductory courses or bring your family and friends along for a taster session - you'll soon be climbing like a pro. Reach new highs with a climbing based birthday party or group social! With over 200 climbing lines, walls ranging from 7 to 14 metres, plus two bouldering caves, two training walls, a teaching zone and abseil tower there really is something for everyone.
friendly note for all our climbers - we do not allow the use of loose chalk in the centre. We have chalk balls for sale or hire if you forget yours!
calling budding climbers aged 7 and over...
where else can you find a sport that is challenging, exhilarating, fun and weatherproof! Climbing can boost confidence, establish team-building and improve your stamina and agility. Come along to one of our taster sessions where we can teach you the basics and help you scale your first wall. Why not bring your friends and family - be warned they might get hooked?
Our junior climbing club is open to anyone between the ages of 7 and 16. Make new friends and meet climbing buddies. Our friendly instructors will help you master the basics and improve your skills on the wall. Instruction will be based on the National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme (NICAS), which club members can sign up for. Clubs run on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 10am to 12 noon and cost £60 for a 6 week block. Advance booking is essential so call now to reserve your place or join the waiting list.
exhilarating, exciting and challenging learning...
climbing offers children a sporting experience that can increase fitness and agility, foster trust between peers, build leadership skills and develop a keen understanding of how to manage and assess risk.
The Quay has been designed with the needs of groups in mind. Our dedicated novice zone, abseil tower and fully equipped instruction space will help ensure your young climbers get the most out of their visit to the centre. Our maximum 1:9 instructor to child ratio helps us deliver a fun and rewarding experience to each participant, whatever their age or ability. We are able to offer sessions tailored to your specific requirements or longer programmes such as:
- National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme (NICAS)
- Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
- Youth climbing competitions
- Units towards GCSE PE, BTEC Level 2 Sport, BTEC Level 2 Public Services, NCFE Level 1 Award in Personal Development for the Outdoor Industry
- Gifted and Talented programmes
Fun 
packed activity days - the Quay is the perfect venue for your group activity day. We can offer a fun filled day of challenges centred around the wall and our Clip 'n Climb arena. Why not combine this with a visit to Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre - promising a day of climbing and water-based challenges that your pupils will not forget.
Contact us now to find out more about the packages on offer and how you could become a Site Specific Instructor for your school or youth group.
a birthday party with a difference...
reach new heights on your birthday as you learn to scale the wall at the Quay! We promise that you and your friends will have a party to remember. Our 'birthday party package' includes:
- 60 minute session of fun fuelled climbing
- 30 minutes use of our party room for your celebration
- choice of our traditional hot or cold party menu for the group and unlimited squash
- gift for the birthday boy or girl
- just remember to bring your own cake
All this for £13.50 per head for parties of 4 to 9 children. Party bags are available from just £2.00 per head extra. Parties are available for children aged 7 and upwards. Contact us now (you can email us via our contact page, simply select 'birthday party' from the drop down menu under 'regarding' or call the centre direct) to find out more, book your event or discuss options if you wish to bring a larger party.
enjoy the view from the Workshop cafe...
whether you're taking a break from climbing, want to watch your family and friends on the wall or just want a decent coffee, the Workshop Cafe is the place for you. Floor to ceiling views of the main hall and Clip 'n Climb arena guarantee you a great view of the action below and you can definitely claim the ring side seat from which to observe anyone who dares take the 'Leap of Faith' in Clip n Climb!
With an extensive range of coffees and teas plus a daily selection of delicious cakes, slices, panini's, toasties and hot food we have something to please everyone from climbers wishing to 're-fuel' to families enjoying a post climb lunch or snack. Climbing and outdoor magazines are available throughout the cafe as well as a selection of toys and books to entertain toddlers and younger children.
The cafe can cater for group events and birthday parties in our segregated events area. Contact us now for more information or to make suggestions as to what you would like to see on the menu!