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!

28th December, 2024

What to Pack for Winter Adventures: An Essential Kit List

New to winter or 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 kitstore.

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.

09th March, 2020

Peak's best starter crags...

The best crags to visit when you're starting out climbing. For Trad climbers and Boulderers...