Standard Climb - Rock Up Manchester

Q: 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 &amp; 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.

Rock Up Manchester

Available until 5 August 2026

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 at Rock Up in Manchester

Leap into the world of walls at Rock Up Manchester! Whether you're a bouldering beginner or a climbing connoisseur, there's plenty of rock climbing routes and climbing challenges to help you explore the best way to keep fit:

Enjoy rock climbing sessions including safety briefings do you're ready to get roped up and reach new heights!
Experience the perfect mix of fun, challenge and excitement in the ideal session for adults, teens and children
Choose from 27 x 8m climbing walls with over 70+ challenges for you to compete in and complete!
Discover routes for all ages; from VB's to V8's.
Test your bravery on the High Ropes course: included in your entry price!
Enjoy keeping fit! Climbing is great for core strength, co-ordination and heart health!

Everything you need-to-know about Standard Climbs:

Duration: 30-minutes safety briefing and 60-minutes climbing.
Age Restrictions: 4+. Children aged 14 and under will need to be accompanied by an adult onsite.
What to Wear: Please wear enclosed shoes and ensure they are securely fastened.
Please note: Children under 4 will need to book the Toddler Climb.
There is no charge for spectators.

Whether you’re pushing your limits on the climbing walls or taking on the High Ropes course, Rock Up promises an unforgettable adventure for everyone.

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

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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.