Autism & SEN-Friendly Climbing - Rock Up Manchester

Rock Up Manchester
Available until 4 August 2025

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

Autism & SEN-Friendly Climbing at Rock Up in Manchester

Enjoy a calmer climbing environment with Rock Up's Autism & SEN-Friendly climbing sessions:

  • Designed for visitors with SEN and autism, creating a truly inclusive environment
  • Get roped up and reach new heights with inclusive rock climbing sessions
  • Choose from 27 x 8m climbing walls with over 70+ challenges for you to compete in and complete!
  • Climb in peace with fewer distractions as the music is turned off
  • Experience a calmer side of climbing with less visitors
  • Invite your family or friends to join you on the wall!

Everything you need-to-know about Autism & SEN-Friendly Sessions:

  • Duration: 90-minutes
  • Age Restrictions: 4+.  Adults are also welcome to join.
  • What to Wear: Please wear enclosed shoes and ensure they are securely fastened. 

Family-friendly activities and delicious food and drink at Rock Up

With so many things to do, see and experience, you can look forward to spending a full day at Rock Up, without having to leave the site. 

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!

Location
Trafford Way,
Trafford Park,
Stretford,
Manchester,
M41 7JA
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How to find us

Address: Rock Up Manchester, Chill Factore, Trafford Way, Manchester, M41 7JA

What3Words: rust.second.soil

Facilities
  • Toilets
  • 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. 

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