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Full-day outdoor rock climbing experience

On the Isle of Portland in Dorset

Tackle climbs 40–60 feet high

Learn climbing techniques, rope skills, knots and belaying

Experienced climbing instructors

Suitable for beginners and indoor climbers

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Portland

The Experience

Ready to take adventure to new heights? Discover the excitement of outdoor rock climbing with a full-day introduction on the spectacular limestone cliffs of Portland in Dorset.

Perfect for complete beginners and those looking to take their indoor climbing skills outdoors, this seven-hour experience combines breathtaking coastal scenery with the thrill of learning something new. With experienced instructors guiding the way, you'll discover essential climbing techniques, learn how to use the equipment and tackle real rock faces overlooking the English Channel.

Whether you're treating an aspiring adventurer or surprising someone who loves trying new things, this rock climbing experience gift is a brilliant way to turn curiosity into confidence.

The Experience

Your rock climbing adventure begins on the stunning Isle of Portland in Dorset, where experienced instructors will introduce you to the exciting world of outdoor climbing. After a safety briefing and some introductory bouldering, you'll get to grips with the essential skills, from fitting your harness and tying knots to learning how to belay a climbing partner. With expert guidance every step of the way, you'll soon be ready to put your newfound knowledge into practice on Portland's impressive limestone cliffs.

Throughout the day, you'll tackle a variety of climbing routes on rock faces reaching approximately 40–60 feet, discovering different handholds, footholds and techniques as your confidence grows. From gentler slabs to more challenging vertical climbs, there's plenty to keep you engaged as you develop your skills and enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery. By the end of this seven-hour adventure, you'll have experienced the thrill of climbing on real rock, learned valuable new skills and enjoyed that brilliant sense of achievement that comes with reaching new heights.

Important Information

This experience takes place on the limestone sea cliffs of the Isle of Portland, Dorset. The exact crag and meeting point will be confirmed ahead of the course, as the venue is chosen on the day to suit the conditions.

Weather
Adverse weather may force the experience provider to cancel, postpone, or change the venue. They reserve the right to make this decision up to 24 hours before the event, or in some cases on the day itself, once conditions on the ground can be assessed.

What to bring
For all outdoor climbing courses you must have extra warm clothes and waterproofs, you will be provided with a full kit list upon booking.

Comfortable clothing, suitable for the time of year
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Trainers (soft-soled - walking boots are not permitted, as they damage the rock)
Rucksack
Packed lunch and plenty of water
Medication / Tablets / Inhaler etc.

Bookable March to October, subject to availability.

Duration: 7 hours

Your voucher is valid for 12 Months from the date of issue.

Please note you must have booked and taken your experience before the expiry date.

Minimum age: 18 years old
Maximum weight: 18 stone (115kg)
This course is ideal for first-time climbers, as well as anyone who's ever tried climbing or bouldering indoors.
A reasonable level of fitness is recommended.
Spectators are welcome to come and watch but please note that the coastal paths and cliff tops can be uneven so visitors must be suitably dressed.

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

Images are for illustrative purposes only. The experience may vary by location or availability. Please refer to the experience description for full details of what is included.

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Introduction to Rock Climbing in Portland Dorset

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