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The Mothership

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

  • Bouldering
  • Cave Climbing
  • Competition Style
4.7from 331 reviewsDay pass £14.00
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The Mothership in the United Kingdom is a vibrant and dynamic climbing gym that combines state-of-the-art facilities with a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, making it the perfect place for climbers of all levels to challenge themselves and reach new heights.

About

The Mothership (United Kingdom)

The Mothership, located in the United Kingdom, is a renowned climbing wall that offers a variety of routes catering to climbers of all abilities. Here is an overview of this climbing destination:

  • Routes: The Mothership boasts a diverse selection of climbing routes, from beginner-friendly to advanced levels, ensuring there is something for everyone.
  • Fitness Area: The facility includes a well-equipped fitness area for climbers looking to supplement their climbing training with strength and conditioning exercises.
  • Community: The Mothership is known for its welcoming community of climbers, making it an ideal place for both seasoned climbers and newcomers to the sport to connect and learn.

Prices

As we last found them. Prices change, so check the wall's website before you go.

Day pass
£14.00

Peak: £14 (Adult), £8.50 (Youth)

  • Peak hours: 3–8 PM weekdays, from opening until 3 PM weekends

Off-Peak: £12 (Adult), £7.50 (Youth)

Membership
£50.00a month

New Member 1st Month Pass: £39 (Adult), £19 (Youth)

Monthly Pass: £50 (EFT) / £55 (Single-Month) (Adult), £25 (Youth)

Annual Pass: £550 (Adult), £275 (Youth)

Punch Cards (5 or 10 visits): £60 / £115 (Adult), £35 / £65 (Youth)

3-Month Student Pass: £130 (Adult & Youth)

Upcoming events

In the events calendar at The Mothership

As the wall announced them. Plans change, so check with the wall before you go.

  • Competition

    TCA Winter Series: Round 1

    First of four rounds of TCA's bouldering comp series, with problems for first-timers to strong climbers, open and women's categories for adults, under-16s and veterans, and prizes. Halloween fancy dress earns 10 extra points.

  • Competition

    TCA Winter Series: Round 2

    Second round of TCA's four-round bouldering comp series, on a fresh set of problems for all levels, with scores feeding the series leaderboard.

  • Competition

    TCA Winter Series: Round 3

    Third round of TCA's four-round bouldering comp series, on a fresh set of problems for all levels, with round and series prizes.

  • Competition

    TCA Winter Series: Round 4 and Finals

    Final round of TCA's bouldering comp series with the finals, where the overall series winners are decided.

Key Features

Food & Drink

  • Cafe
  • Hot Drinks
  • Cold Drinks
  • Snacks

Types of Climbing

  • Bouldering (any)
  • Cave Climbing
  • Competition Style

Climbing Training

  • Training Walls (any)
  • Spray Wall
  • Hangboard
  • Campus Board

Gym Facilities

  • Gym (any)
  • Free Weights
  • Machines
  • Pull-up Bars
  • Cardio

Access

  • Memberships
  • Single Day Passes
  • Multi-day Passes
  • Student Discounts

Equipment Hire

  • Shoe Hire
  • Chalk Hire

Other Amenities

  • Merchandise Shop
  • Changing Rooms
  • Lockers
  • Showers
  • Toilets

Classes & Programs

  • Classes (any)
  • Beginner Classes
  • Advanced Classes
  • Family Classes
  • Kids Classes
  • Local Competitions
  • Yoga Classes
  • Fitness Classes
  • Comp Leagues
  • Team Building
  • Private Instruction
  • Women's Programs
  • Charity Events
  • BIPOC Programs
  • LGBTQ+ Programs

Venue Type

  • Climbing Gym

What climbers say about The Mothership

4.7 out of 5from 331 reviews on Google

“An immaculate, air-conditioned lobby and cafe … two top-out icebergs in the centre; a cave; and a comp wall!”

Google review,

“It was fun but also challenging as a complete beginner… lockers are available but you will need your own lock if you wish to lock your belongings up.”

Google review,

“Setting is probably harder than other Bristol bouldering gyms but more realistic. Upstairs has two top out boulders and a modern comp wall. Downstairs has was the original bouldering area but is low.”

Google review,

Ratings as each site showed them in October 2026.

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Beta videos

How climbers have done climbs at The Mothership, played from where they were posted. Walls reset their climbs every few weeks, so check when each was posted.

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  • 6C+ with a big drop knee

    • Bouldering
    • 6C+ · Intermediate

    By @crimpygoodness on Instagram ·

  • This week's reset

    • Bouldering
    • Ungraded

    By @tca_themothership on Instagram ·

  • Crimpy, delicate 7A

    • Bouldering
    • 7A · Advanced
    • Crimps

    By @crimpygoodness on Instagram ·

  • First 7B, in one session

    • Bouldering
    • 7B · Advanced

    By @crimpygoodness on Instagram ·

  • Spring bouldering comp highlights

    • Bouldering
    • Ungraded
    • Comp style

    By The Climbing Academy on YouTube ·

  • Trusting tiny holds

    • Bouldering
    • Ungraded
    • Crimps

    By @toya_the_explorer on Instagram ·

  • Technical compression problem

    • Bouldering
    • Ungraded
    • Compression

    By @crimpygoodness on Instagram ·

  • Session on the set and the Tension Board 2

    • Bouldering
    • Ungraded
    • Tension Board

    By Climb with Jez on YouTube ·

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