School Climb - Rock Up Watford

Rock Up Watford

Available to 30 September 2025

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Book Rock Up tickets for one of the best climbing centres in Watford

Welcome to Rock Up Watford, the home of thrill-seeking and rock climbing for all ages, hosting 26 incredible climbing walls, family rock climbing, fun climbing challenges, the ultimate soft play areas and so much more! Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, or simply spending a day out with the family, head to Rock Up and conquer your fears, reach new heights and enjoy one of the best ways to get fit.

School Climbing Sessions at Rock Up in Watford

Take your learning outside of the classroom and conquer the P.E curriculum whilst on the climbing walls at Rock Up, with School Climbs for groups of 10+:

  • Enjoy a unique and adventurous school trip to Rock Up Watford
  • Discover 8m walls, 26 climbing walls and 70+ challenges
  • Treat your class to a sport that builds confidence, problem-solving, teamwork and self-esteem
  • Explore climbing walls covered with routes for all ages and abilities
  • Excel outside of the classroom with Rock Up Watford's activities and challenges
  • From reward trips to P.E lessons, book your pupils a climbing lesson that rocks!

Everything you need-to-know about School Climbing Sessions:

  • Group Size: Requires a minimum booking of 10 people.
  • Duration: 90-minutes
  • Age Restrictions: 4+ / Key Stage 1 to 4
  • What to Wear: Please wear enclosed shoes and ensure they are securely fastened. 
  • Please note: There are also ground-based games for those not quite ready to climb the walls!

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. 

Feeling peckish? Head to the onsite Summit Cafe, Rock Up's coffee shop that offers a variety of mouth-watering dishes for both adults and kids, including a dedicated kids menu, sweet treats and healthy options.

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 Watford, with indoor activities suitable for all ages!

Unit 106/108,
The Harlequin,
Atria Shopping Centre,
Watford WD17 2UB
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How to find us

Address: Rock Up, Whiteley Shopping Centre, Whiteley Way, Whiteley, Fareham PO15 7PD

What3Words: passages.denim.vouch

  • Toilets
  • Food and drink
  • Public transport accessible
  • Parking nearby

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.

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.

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.

The opening hours for Rock Up in Watford are as follows:

  • Monday: 9:30am – 8.00pm
  • Tuesday: 9:30am – 8.00pm
  • Wednesday: 9:30am – 8.00pm
  • Thursday: 9:30am – 8.00pm
  • Friday: 9:30am – 8:00pm
  • Saturday: 9:30am – 8:00pm
  • Sunday: 9:30am – 7:00pm

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