Rock Up Manchester
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Book Rock Up tickets for one of the best climbing centres in Manchester
Welcome to Rock Up Manchester, the home of thrill-seeking and rock climbing! Hosting 27 incredibly fun climbing walls suitable for all ages and abilities, climbing challenges for the brave, toddler-only sessions for the young and soft play areas for kids, you're guaranteed to have a great family day out discovering one of the best ways to keep fit!
- Standard Climbing Sessions: Suitable for ages 4+. Under 14's will need supervision.
- Toddler Climbing Sessions: Suitable for ages 5 and under.
- Soft Play Sessions: Suitable for 5 and under.
- Autism & SEN-Friendly Sessions: Suitable for ages 4+ and adults.
- Climb for £9 Sessions: Suitable for ages 5+.
- Grub Club Thursdays: Suitable for ages 14 and under.
- Community Group Climbing Sessions: Suitable for ages 7+.
- School Climbing Sessions: Suitable for ages 4+.
- Lights Out Glow Party: Suitable for ages 4+.
- Adventure Walls: Suitable for ages 8+.
There's so many things to do at Rock Up near Manchester
Whether you're a beginner boulderer or a climbing connoisseur, there's experiences for everyone with Rock Up's incredible indoor climbing walls:
- Activities for All Ages: With 27 climbing walls standing at 8m tall, over 70 challenges and routes for everyone from beginner to expert, you can have mountains of fun with the whole family.
- 27 Climbing Walls: Experience the exhilarating rush of facing your fears or celebrate your first send of the wall; with climbing walls accessible to all, you're guaranteed to find a route that suits you.
- Thrilling Activities: Embark upon the ultimate climbing adventure and climb up the Stairway to Heaven, scramble up the Big Cheese or set a new record on the Speed Climbing wall! Suitable for 1.2m tall.
- High Ropes: Included in the entry fee, walk as high as two double deckers as you look down over the arena, testing your balance and bravery! Suitable for 1.2m tall.
- Soft Play: Younger adventurers can discover their inner thrill-seekers when they explore the ultimate soft play basecamp, with two-storeys and plenty of obstacles to conquer! Suitable for ages 5 and under.
- Climb for £9 on Wednesdays: Roll up to Rock Up on Wednesdays during term time and you can climb for just £9 per person; enjoy all the climbs, for half the price! Suitable for ages 5+.
- Kids Eat Free on Thursdays: After 3pm on Thursdays during term times, guests can enjoy one hour of climbing followed by a FREE 9" pizza! Suitable for ages 14 and under.
- Inclusive Sessions: Experience special SEN and Autism sessions with lower music and less visitors. Suitable for ages 4+.
- Lights Out Glow Parties: Every Thursday between 6:30pm - 8pm during term time, enjoy a new climbing experience with main lights off, neon lights on and louder music! Suitable for 4+.
- Adventure Walls: Climb for an extra 30-minutes and enjoy outdoor climbing replica walls, inside! Suitable for ages 8+.
Family-friendly activities and days out at Rock Up Manchester
With so many things to do, see and experience, you can look forward to spending a full day at Rock Up.
With over 70 challenges to conquer, 8m towering walls to summit and continuously rotating routes, you'll never experience the same thing twice at Rock Up, meaning you get to enjoy something different every single time you visit.
Book Rock Up tickets for one of the best climbing centres in Manchester, with indoor activities suitable for all ages!
Tickets
Standard Climb - Rock Up Manchester
Reach new heights on the walls in Manchester with standard 90-minute climbing sessions! Suitable for ages 4+, under 14's require adult supervision.
Toddler Climb - Rock Up Manchester
Enjoy a strictly No-Big-Kids-Zone with Toddler-only sessions, including one hour of climbing and one hour of soft play! Suitable for up to 5 years old
Soft Play - Rock Up Manchester
Ready to climb, but not ready for the wall? Introduce tiny adventurers to Rock Up Manchester's Soft Play! Suitable for under 5's
School Climb - Rock Up Manchester
Take your students on one of the best school trips in Manchester with School-Only climbing sessions at Rock Up! Suitable for ages 4+
Community Group Climb - Rock Up Manchester
Meet rookie rock climbers, belay with your best friend or just climb with the community with Community Groups of 10+ people! Suitable for 7+
Adventure Walls - Rock Up Manchester
Discover outdoor climbing indoors at Rock Up Manchester with the incredible Adventure Walls! Suitable for 8+
Lights Out Glow Party - Rock Up Manchester
Enjoy indoor climbing in Manchester on term time Thursdays between 6:30pm & 8pm & climb during the dark with neon lights! Suitable for 4+
Standard Climb + Grub Club - Rock Up Manchester
Dine and climb with Rock Up Manchester's Thursday Grub Club & enjoy an hour of climbing & free pizza after 3pm! Suitable for ages 14 and under
Summer Family Climb: Rock Up Manchester
Get your summer adventure off the ground with Rock Up's Summer Family Climb tickets! Valid for 4 x people. 1 must be an adult.
Location
Trafford Park,
Stretford,
Manchester,
M41 7JA
How to find us
Address: Rock Up Manchester, Chill Factore, Trafford Way, Manchester, M41 7JA
What3Words: rust.second.soil
Facilities
- Toilets
- Food and drink
- Public transport accessible
- Parking nearby
More Info
Is Rock Up in Manchester wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, due to the nature of the attraction, Rock Up's activities are not wheelchair accessible.
However, wheelchair users are more than welcome to come and observe climbers from the sidelines.
What should I wear to Rock Up?
Please dress sensibly for your activities at Rock Up. This means:
- No jewellery or watches
- No watches, phones, coins and key chains in pockets when on the wall.
- No high heels or open-toe shoes of any kind.
Are there any age restrictions on Rock Up activities?
Please note the following Age Restrictions:
- Soft Play: Suitable for those under 5 years old. Some sites have Soft Play Centres for up to 7 years old.
- Baby Area: Suitable for under 1's.
- Vertical Challenges: You must be at least 1.2m tall.
- High Ropes: You must be at least 1.2m tall.
- Standard Climb: Children aged 14 and under require an accompanying adult. Children under 4 will need to book Toddler Climbs.
- Toddler Climbs: Suitable for up to 5 years old.
- Community Climb: Suitable for 7+.
- School Climb: Suitable for 4+.
- Rockstar NICAS Academy Wild Climbers: Suitable for 3+.
- Rockstar NICAS Academy Climbers: Suitable for 6+.
- Autism & SEN-Friendly Sessions: Suitable for 4+. Adults and children are welcome to attend.
- Climb for £9: Suitable for 5+.
- Grub Club: Suitable for 14 and under.
- Ultimate Climb: You must be at least 1.2m tall.
What are the opening hours for Rock Up in Manchester?
The opening hours for Rock Up in Manchester are as follows:
- Monday: 10:30am – 8:00pm
- Tuesday: CLOSED
- Wednesday: 10:30am – 8:00pm
- Thursday: 3:30pm – 8:00pm
- Friday: 10:30am – 8:00pm
- Saturday: 9:30am – 8:00pm
- Sunday: 9:30am – 7:00pm
Online booking is strongly advised since the arena capacity is limited for safety reasons.