BLOC-A-PALOOZA: GLOWTOPIA

This is the first instalment of our Bloc-A-Palooza event, this edition will be a UV-themed night (Glowtopia!) with a DJ and late-night partying.

You can expect Ultra-Violet Competition Blocs, Prizes, Live DJ, Games & Challenges, late finish time, special food offering, centre will be closed to the general public.

This is a limited capacity event so grab your ticket now to make sure you don't miss out!

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  • Opening times

    Mon - Fri
    06:30 - 22:00
    Sat - Sun
    09:00 - 20:00
  • Get in touch

    Units 14 & 15, The Matchworks, 40 Speke Road, Liverpool, L19 2RF

    0151 427 0028

     [email protected]

     @tchmatchworks

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  • CLASSES THIS WEEK

    Group classes for all abilities and ages, free with your entry fee! Learn the basics or improve your technique with our friendly, qualified coaches whilst meeting like-minded climbers.

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Take a sneak peak at our new and improved gym:

Facilities

  • Coffee shop
  • Strength training gym
  • Training area for climbing (ft. Kilter Board)
  • Kids climbing facilities (ages 7+)
  • Changing rooms, showers and lockers (padlock not provided)
  • Retail store
  • On-site parking, bike racks and accessible entrance

For new climbers...

With a relaxed atmosphere and experts available to guide you, we give you a fun place to work out your body and mind.

For experienced climbers...

Regularly changed routes, a thriving community of climbers and all you can climb memberships available.

For kids & groups...

A great family activity which keeps the kids engaged. Our cafe is open serving fresh coffee and snacks all day.

FUEL YOUR CLIMB

The Hangar café offers fresh coffee and bangin' food, including sourdough pizzas, made by hand using our own dough every day.

We're on a mission to improve food standards at climbing gyms, while reducing waste and collaborating with nothing but the best, sustainable food and drink suppliers.

Did you know... 30% of our food options are vegan. 

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Calendar

Our timetable

The timetable below is our standard monthly timetable currently.

  • Hangar Women Rock

    18:30 - 21:00

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    A fun and informal group session for women who like to train together.

    This is a mixed-ability session so everyone is welcome. This is an extremely popular session so booking is highly recommended & included in the cost of your entry/ membership.

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    Circuits - Green to Orange

    18:00 - 19:00

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    Have a go at climbing our Green to Orange routes in-centre in this coach-led session to learn the basics as you go, meet newcomers just like you, and get more from indoor climbing with these weekly coach-led climbing classes.

    These social sessions are designed to teach you the fundamental skills of climbing and get you using them effectively.

    Classes must be booked in advance. Prior to attending this class you will need to have attended an induction session or have previously climbed in our centre.

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    The Hang Around

    19:00 - 20:00

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    A coach-led session to learn how to use our 45° board.

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    There are currently no events of this type on this day..

  • Circuits - Green to Orange

    18:00 - 19:00

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    Have a go at climbing our Green to Orange routes in-centre in this coach-led session to learn the basics as you go, meet newcomers just like you, and get more from indoor climbing with these weekly coach-led climbing classes.

    These social sessions are designed to teach you the fundamental skills of climbing and get you using them effectively.

    Classes must be booked in advance. Prior to attending this class you will need to have attended an induction session or have previously climbed in our centre.

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    Circuits - Blue to Purple

    20:15 - 21:15

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    Level up and have a go at climbing our Blue to Purple routes in-centre in this coach-led session to learn the basics as you go, meet newcomers just like you, and get more from indoor climbing with these weekly coach-led climbing classes.

    These social sessions are designed to teach you the fundamental skills of climbing and get you using them effectively.

    Classes must be booked in advance. Prior to attending this class you will need to have attended an induction session or have previously climbed in our centre.

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    There are currently no events of this type on this day..

  • Rock Club Junior

    17:00 - 18:15

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    Coach-led sessions for beginner-intermediate junior climbers aged 7-13.

    These classes are built around the NICAS syllabus and give your child the opportunity to grow from bouldering beginners to competent climbers while having fun with our coaches and other like-minded kids.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    There are currently no events of this type on this day..

  • Rock Club Junior

    17:00 - 18:15

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    Coach-led sessions for beginner-intermediate junior climbers aged 7-13.

    These classes are built around the NICAS syllabus and give your child the opportunity to grow from bouldering beginners to competent climbers while having fun with our coaches and other like-minded kids.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Teen Social

    18:30 - 19:30

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    A mixed ability group session for ages 14-17, coached by our qualified coaches with an informal, relaxed, sociable feel to it. Climb and meet like-minded teens just like yourself.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    SPACE

    18:30 - 21:00

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    SPACE is a welcoming social group for anyone to come and hang out, socialise and climb.

    The session will start with a free brew and catch-up in our cosy café area, followed by 2 hours of climbing, with one of our talented coaches on hand to help with your latest send. Open to absolutely everyone at any climbing ability, so come along and make this YOUR SPACE! Included in the cost of your entry/ membership.

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    There are currently no events of this type on this day..

  • Rock Club Junior

    17:00 - 18:15

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    Coach-led sessions for beginner-intermediate junior climbers aged 7-13.

    These classes are built around the NICAS syllabus and give your child the opportunity to grow from bouldering beginners to competent climbers while having fun with our coaches and other like-minded kids.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Circuits - Green to Orange

    19:00 - 20:00

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    Have a go at climbing our Green to Orange routes in-centre in this coach-led session to learn the basics as you go, meet newcomers just like you, and get more from indoor climbing with these weekly coach-led climbing classes.

    These social sessions are designed to teach you the fundamental skills of climbing and get you using them effectively.

    Classes must be booked in advance. Prior to attending this class you will need to have attended an induction session or have previously climbed in our centre.

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    Circuits - Blue to Purple

    20:15 - 21:15

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    Level up and have a go at climbing our Blue to Purple routes in-centre in this coach-led session to learn the basics as you go, meet newcomers just like you, and get more from indoor climbing with these weekly coach-led climbing classes.

    These social sessions are designed to teach you the fundamental skills of climbing and get you using them effectively.

    Classes must be booked in advance. Prior to attending this class you will need to have attended an induction session or have previously climbed in our centre.

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    There are currently no events of this type on this day..

  • Rock Club Mini

    09:15 - 10:30

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    Coach-led sessions designed to give 4-6-year-olds the best possible introduction to the fun and challenge of bouldering!

    These classes are built around the NICAS Wild Climbers syllabus offering new skills for all taking part in our Rock Club Mini classes. It is a fun, games-orientated programme which aims to introduce young children to safely into the climbing environment.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Rock Club Junior

    09:15 - 10:30

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    Coach-led sessions for beginner-intermediate junior climbers aged 7-13.

    These classes are built around the NICAS syllabus and give your child the opportunity to grow from bouldering beginners to competent climbers while having fun with our coaches and other like-minded kids.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Rock Club Junior

    11:00 - 12:15

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    Coach-led sessions for beginner-intermediate junior climbers aged 7-13.

    These classes are built around the NICAS syllabus and give your child the opportunity to grow from bouldering beginners to competent climbers while having fun with our coaches and other like-minded kids.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Circuits - Green to Orange

    14:00 - 15:00

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    Have a go at climbing our Green to Orange routes in-centre in this coach-led session to learn the basics as you go, meet newcomers just like you, and get more from indoor climbing with these weekly coach-led climbing classes.

    These social sessions are designed to teach you the fundamental skills of climbing and get you using them effectively.

    Classes must be booked in advance. Prior to attending this class you will need to have attended an induction session or have previously climbed in our centre.

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    There are currently no events of this type on this day..

  • Rock Club Mini

    09:30 - 10:45

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    Coach-led sessions designed to give 4-6-year-olds the best possible introduction to the fun and challenge of bouldering!

    These classes are built around the NICAS Wild Climbers syllabus offering new skills for all taking part in our Rock Club Mini classes. It is a fun, games-orientated programme which aims to introduce young children to safely into the climbing environment.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Rock Club Junior

    09:30 - 10:45

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    Coach-led sessions for beginner-intermediate junior climbers aged 7-13.

    These classes are built around the NICAS syllabus and give your child the opportunity to grow from bouldering beginners to competent climbers while having fun with our coaches and other like-minded kids.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Rock Club Junior

    11:15 - 12:30

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    Coach-led sessions for beginner-intermediate junior climbers aged 7-13.

    These classes are built around the NICAS syllabus and give your child the opportunity to grow from bouldering beginners to competent climbers while having fun with our coaches and other like-minded kids.

    All our staff are DBS checked and fully first aid trained as well as holding recognised BMC coaching qualifications.

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    Circuits - Blue to Purple

    14:00 - 15:00

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    Level up and have a go at climbing our Blue to Purple routes in-centre in this coach-led session to learn the basics as you go, meet newcomers just like you, and get more from indoor climbing with these weekly coach-led climbing classes.

    These social sessions are designed to teach you the fundamental skills of climbing and get you using them effectively.

    Classes must be booked in advance. Prior to attending this class you will need to have attended an induction session or have previously climbed in our centre.

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    There are currently no events of this type on this day..

Pay as you go

Is this your first time climbing at the Hangar? No problem, you will get a free 15-minute induction with our expert who will show you how to use the wall, give you some climbing pointers and pick out some great climbs for you.

  • Adults £14.50

  • Students and other concessions £13.00

    NHS, emergency services, armed forces, parental leave, registered unemployed, over 60s, disabled and carers - check our T&Cs to see what proof of ID we need to see.

  • Kids (7-13) £12.50

    We operate a strict 2:1 kids to adult climbing ratio and climbing is only available for kids aged 7+. Please check our supervision guidelines before coming down.

  • Junior climbers (4-6)

    Rock Club Mini Sessions is now available to book for very young climbers (4- 6) Book here. Please note: 4- 6-year-olds can only attend Rock Club and unable to climb outside of this club.  
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Membership

£32.99 per month

£26.99 per month /Youth

£16.49 per month /Youth with Adult Membership

£49.99 per month /Youth rock club Membership

No joining fees, no contracts, no cancellation charges.

Better yet, Hangar members get loads of additional perks, including:

  • Discounts and member-only promotions
  • Free climbing classes (excluding Rock Club)
  • Free access to Hangar events
  • Upgraded climbing shoe rentals for only £3
  • Unlimited free guest passes every month
  • Priority booking and discounts on climbing industry events

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To cancel your membership, or find out more, click below.

MORE INFO

  • What to expect

    Do I need an induction?

    If you've never climbed at The Hangar before you'll need to come to come to an induction session (even if you're in the company of experts). Booking in advance is essential. Simply visit our booking page and select "First Time".

    If you're bringing the kids but don't intend to climb yourself, you'll still need to come to an induction to ensure you understand the dangers in the wall and how to keep your little ones safe. Again, booking in advance is best.

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    Do I need to book in advance

    We ask that anyone who hasn't climbed at TCH Matchworks please book an induction. In addition, we recommend booking in for our classes as they fill up quickly!

    How fit and strong do I need to be?

    You don’t need to be fit or super strong to start climbing. You’ll find climbs (we call them problems) you can do on your first visit, and the more you practice the stronger you’ll become! Just make sure you warm up before you start to minimise the risk of injury, and you can get cracking right away (our staff can help if you need guidance – just ask).

    What equipment do I need?

    You don’t need to bring anything with you except your enthusiasm and some comfortable clothes.

    Please arrive in the clothes you plan to climb in, if possible.

    Shoe hire is included in entry and chalk’s just £1.50.

    What should I wear?

    General sports gear is fine. The important thing is to be comfortable, and wear something that allows for a lot of movement.

    Where possible, please arrive in the clothes you aim to climb in.

    I don't like heights - how high is the wall?

    Bouldering isn’t about climbing high. The wall is only 4.2m at its highest point. And remember, while your hands might be at the top, your feet are unlikely to ever be more than 3m off the ground. The Climbing Hangar has crash mats throughout and we can teach you to land safely to minimise the risk of injury. As you gain in confidence you will stop noticing the heights.

  • In the wall

    What do the colours mean?

    Each problem is set in one colour and each colour represents a particular difficulty level or grade. There is are boards in the climbing area which explain this so you can easily identify problems for your skill level.

  • Kids

    We want to bring a group of kids down – what do we need to know?

    • All children must be 7 year or older to climb at this venue.
    • For every two children you bring, you need one adult supervising. This includes kids who aren’t climbing.
    • Supervision means you need to be within eyesight of your kids at all times. And for little ones under four, you must be within arm’s reach
    • If you’re bringing kids for the first time you’ll need to come to a supervision induction. It’s worth booking online – just choose your induction slot and book for the number of children you’d like to bring – this will cover their entry (supervisors come for free).
    • Different Hangars have slightly different facilities for kids – in general we’re happy for junior climbers to come in from the age of four, but in Liverpool Matchworks we can’t have little ones younger than seven on the mats. If in doubt contact your local Hangar for more information.

    Can kids under 18 climb unsupervised?

    Yes. 14-17 year olds are welcome to climb at the Hangar without an adult but you do need to bring a parent of guardian with you on your first visit so we can get the waiver signed off in centre (even if you complete the waiver form at home). Once that’s done you’re free to come and go as you please.

    I want to bring a group of kids down; what arrangements do I need to make?

    If you’re a teacher or youth group leader, you’ll need to attend one of our Train the Trainer sessions. These are free sessions that ensure you’re safe on the mats, understand the basics of climbing and have some fun activities to do with the kids.

    We’ll also need a copy of your public liability insurance and any first aid qualifications.

    Once that’s done you’re free to bring down a group of up to 10 kids (per trainer) whenever you want, although we ask that you always give us a call in advance as it can get quite busy.

    If you’re a parent and you’d like to come with your kids and their friends, you will need to attend an induction if you’ve never climbed before.

    You’re welcome to bring as many little ones as you wish, but please note that you must have one inducted adult for every two kids who come along in order to be covered by our insurance.

  • Classes

  • Memberships

    How do I cancel my membership?

    You can cancel at any time with no charges. You'll keep your membership privileges until the end of the billing cycle (we don't pay pro rata refunds).

    To cancel you need to complete our cancellation form below.

    Submit your cancellation request before midday on the last day of the month to ensure you won't be charged.

    Liverpool Matchworks Cancellation Form

    How do I sign up for membership?

    Just speak to one of the crew next time you're in the centre and they'll get you all set.

    Membership costs just £32.99 per month. Your first payment will be a pro-rata amount (min. of £14) to take you to the end of the current month and then we'll set you up with a recurring card payment. Payment is taken on the 1st of each month.

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HOW TO FIND US

We're a 10-15 minute walk from Liverpool South Parkway train station or a five-minute cycle, and we’re well connected via a variety of bus routes. 

Matchworks is located off Speke Road (A561), just a few minutes drive from the Mersey Gateway Bridge.

Our address is:

The Climbing Hangar
Units 14 & 15, The Matchworks
40 Speke Road
Liverpool
L19 2RF

Grab these buses: 80, 82, 82A, 86A, 166, 188, 201, 786, 800 – 5 min walk

Closest station: Liverpool South Parkway – 15 min walk

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