Rock Climbing Tutorials, Tips and Advice

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Rock climbing tutorials reports, ideas & thoughts on all things climbing, mountaineering and walking. If you want to sign up to our news letter to stay up to date with anything happening at The Climbing School please sign up at the bottom of the page! Enjoy reading!

12th March, 2025

Top Tips for Moving from Indoor to Outdoor Bouldering

The move from indoor to outdoor bouldering can feel like a mammoth jump, so here are our top tips to get you bouldering on real rock this year!

16th February, 2025

D of E Kit List: The Ultimate Packing Guide

Packing for your D of E expedition? Our ultimate DofE kit list covers everything you need, from waterproofs and walking boots to sleeping gear and safety essentials. Read our experts tips for a stress-free adventure!

21st January, 2025

Sintra- Bouldering Destination Guide

When you often ask where are the best places in Europe to boulder, then Fontainebleau, Magic Wood and Albarracin are usually first off everyone's lips! What about Sintra in Portugal? No! It's a lesser-known gem that is well worth exploring!

14th January, 2025

What to Pack for a Climbing Course: An Essential Kit List

Prepare for your climbing course with our expert kit list. From rucksacks to sun cream, find out what to bring for a safe and comfortable adventure. Tailor your pack to the weather and enjoy the crags with confidence.

12th January, 2025

El Chorro- Sport Climbing Destination Guide

Discover the ultimate winter sun climbing destination with our comprehensive guide to El Chorro! From beginner routes to iconic multi-pitch climbs, plan your perfect adventure in the sun-soaked cliffs of Spain.

06th January, 2025

Winter Walking Boot Buying Guide

Want to know where to start with your first pair of winter mountaineering boots or want to find out more about the different features and their benefits? Check out this advice from our winter skills team.

28th December, 2024

Winter Walking and Mountaineering: An Essential Kit List

New to winter or an experienced mountaineer, use our suggested winter kit list as a reminder before heading out the door or as a starting place to build your own kit-store.

15th December, 2024

Climbers Christmas Gift Guide

Take the hassle out of choosing a gift for that climber in your life with our Top 5 Christmas gifts!

09th December, 2024

Winter walking kit: Must know gear tips for winter conditions

Heading into the hills this winter? Check out our experienced instructor teams top tips to keep you warm, dry and only carrying the essentials.

07th June, 2020

All about Carabiners!

Crabs, no not the animal! The metal things you can clip into and the staple of any climber’s rack. In fact i'm not sure what we even did before they were invented?

27th March, 2020

5 Reasons to start rock climbing outside this year!

Climbing outdoors is the natural progression for all indoor climbers or people who enjoy the outdoors.

24th March, 2020

Outdoor Gear, What do you need to take to the Crag?

What gear I need to start climbing outdoor? Matt Shepherd has put together a great little list of all the thing you need to start climbing outdoors.