Kids' Summer Holiday Climbing 2026
Supervised holiday climbing for children aged 5-12, with no experience needed. Glasgow pricing was not listed.
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When it runs
Runs during the summer holidays at the Glasgow centres including The Newsroom.
Where it is
The Climbing Academy - The Newsroom — bouldering in Glasgow. Standard adult entry is £14.50, though event pricing often differs.
124 Portman Street, Kinning Park, Glasgow, G41 1EJ · Open in maps ↗
- Parking
- Free parking; the FAQ lists The Newsroom as free on-street parking. Bike parking is available.
Wall opening hours
| Weekdays | Mon-Fri 7am-10pm (peak 3-8pm) |
|---|---|
| Weekends | Sat-Sun 8am-8pm (peak 8am-3pm) |
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Annual International Women's Day offer where climbers can bring a woman for half price.
Other youth events in Scotland
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- Weekend coaching sessions, announced as now running in a news post dated 10/03/26Brushworks Climbing Centre · Glasgow, ScotlandYouthYouth
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- 4 time slots each week, runs all year roundBrushworks Climbing Centre · Glasgow, ScotlandYouthYouth
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- Runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays across the summer, times from 10am to 3:30pm depending on age groupThe PEAK Climbing Wall · Stirling, ScotlandYouthYouth£6 (age 3-5), £7.50 (age 5-7), £8 (age 8-15) per session
Introductory climbing sessions of 40-60 minutes for children, including a warm-up challenge, simple climbs, teamwork activities and auto-belays. A parent or guardian must stay with the child.
- Every Friday, 3pm - 4:30pm15:00Third Ridge · Portree, ScotlandYouthYouth£12
Weekly climbing club for primary children aged 6-12. Registration must be completed before attending.
- 2 Aug–8 Aug 2026Abernethy Barcaple Climbing Wall · Castle Douglas, ScotlandYouthYouthPast
Residential summer camp for 10-16 year olds held at the Barcaple centre.
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