Parthian Climbing Manchester

When we first discovered the St Benedict’s church building in 2003, we instantly saw its potential.

At the time, Manchester was one of the only major UK cities without a large indoor climbing facility, so we set out to create a much-needed space for climbers, whether local or rained off in the Peak District.

Over the past 20 years, we’ve been proud to offer a unique climbing experience, introducing thousands of people to the sport and helping forge countless lifelong friendships and relationships. We also take pride in having saved a beautiful, historic building that was once on the English Heritage “at risk” register.
In the years since we opened, Manchester has grown into a major hub for climbing, now home to eight indoor centres.

As the sport has evolved, especially with the rise of bouldering, the needs of climbers have changed. Modern climbing centres now require larger communal floor spaces and very different layouts to what was typical in 2005.

We’ve explored options for major redesigns and wall reconfigurations, but ultimately, the high build costs and the need for a six-month closure meant a full redevelopment just wasn’t viable.

So, with a mix of gratitude and sadness, we are announcing that we will be closing our doors from 1pm on 29th July 2025.

We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing staff, past and present, who’ve grown and nurtured the centre with dedication and passion.

And of course, to all our members and customers over the years; thank you for climbing with us and being part of our story.

We will be refunding all memberships, pre-bookings, and outstanding supplier payments over the next week. We will also be signposting our youth and adult climbers to alternative centres, so rest assured, your climbing journey can continue in and around Manchester.

Lastly, we remain committed to finding a new purpose for the church building and are excited about what the future might hold for this special place.

With gratitude,

John Dunne, CEO Parthian Climbing Ltd

✨ADAM'S WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS✨

Tonight's Wednesday Workshop is on lead falling! Worried about lead falling and want to become a more confident climber? Come down from 7pm-9pm and Adam will give you a falling master class! 🧗‍♂️

Adam's final ever workshop will be on 09/07 as he's leaving us to pursue a career in teaching! The final workshop will be more of a social with the opportunity to quiz Adam on anything climbing related! Take advantage of his encyclopedic climbing knowledge while you can!🤓

✨JUNE SETTING CALENDAR✨

Here's the rundown of all the setting going on this month, lots of cool routes heading your way!😎

Setting will cause disruption in the centre so please keep that in mind when planning your visits!

Happy climbing💪

✨STAFF WEEKLY ROUND UP✨

Here's a look at what the staff have been up to in the last week, featuring some non-climbing activities!

1&2. Jess is on holiday in Italy but has still managed to squeeze in some bouldering, featuring the classic bucket hat!🤠
3. Gaz tackling his garden project 'Back garden badass'😎
4&5. Chris cycled the coast to coast trail this week, battling through some bad weather!☔
6&7. Nat the scramble goblin scaling some rocks in Costa Brava!🌞
8. Jem also had a cycling adventure that ended in watching the famous Gloucestershire cheese roll (Jem is behind the camera in the photo, not the person tumbling down the hill!)🧀

This block of workshops are now live on our website to be booked. See you on Wednesdays :)

BOOK an Adult Beginners Course NOW ONLY £50 per person for 6 hours running throughout the summer!
- 50% off Adult Beginners Course (WAS £100 NOW £50 per person)
- Become a fully independent indoor roped climber for £50
- Classes run on weekday evenings or complete over 2 weekend days.
- Get 30days FREE UNLIMITED climbing starting from your 1st session.

We have two new job openings at our Manchester site. Please head to the recruitment section on out website, use the link in our bio or use this link to apply: https://climbingcentregroup.bamboohr.com/careers

🌞STAFF WEEKLY ROUND UP🌞

The sunshine continues and so does the psych! Lots of climbing going on in the last week from our staff members!

1. Jess taking a low whip at Kilnsey!🌶
2-5. Gaz, Jess and Jem managed to find some shade and did some routes at Smalldale!‍🧗‍♂️
6. Katie got out in the sunshine at Horseshoe quarry with Rich and Tati!😎
7. Kieran and Marek looking very colour coordinated after climbing the multipitch route Desolation of Smaug in Twll Mawr!🐉
8. Nat pulling hard on Rubicon!💪🏼

✨WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP - FALLING✨

The next Wednesday Workshop is on lead falling! Join Adam on 7th May from 7-9pm and learn how to get more comfortable catching and taking lead falls!

Book online via the link in our bio!

✨OUTDOOR CLIMBING DAYS✨

Just a reminder to get booked onto our outdoor climbing days as spaces are limited!

Get the dates in your diary!

👪 30/05 - Family Outdoor Day
💪🏻01/06 - NICAS Outdoor Day
⚡07/06 - 16+ Rock Taster
🧗‍♂️18/07-19/07 - Learn to Sport Climb

We'll send out an info pack 1 week before which will contain crag details and a kit list! All locations will be in the peak district and you'll need to arrange your own transport there!

Any questions or queries drop us an email ([email protected]) or chat to staff at reception!

*COACHING SESSIONS*

We offer private bespoke coaching sessions tailored to your needs. These can be one off to top up on understanding or skills, or we can arrange a 4 week course to progress you towards your goals. Enquire at the desk, give the centre a call or drop us an email to get started!

✨WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS - CLIMBER'S PROBLEM SOLVING✨

In next week's Wednesday Workshop Adam will teach you a few more advanced skills you might need to get yourself out of a sticky situation, including tying off belay devices of all kinds!

Come down on Wednesday 23.04 from 7pm-9pm to gain some new skills!⚡

Book via the link below!
https://parthianclimbing.com/manchester/climbing-classes/adult-coaching-sessions/