Fancy taking up an exciting new hobby? Do you want to meet new and exciting people? How about increasing your fitness levels? At the Glasgow Climbing Centre you can do all this while enjoying the sheer exhilaration of climbing the walls! Providing climbing facilities for over a decade in the stunning surroundings of a converted Ibrox Church, this award-winning centre has become a firm favourite with everyone from absolute beginners to the most technical rock-athlete.

Conveniently situated on Paisley Road West, this exciting venue boasts some of the best climbing-walls in the country. The main hall has more than 120 routes at any one time. They are made with a mixture of top-rope, lead and bouldering walls made by industry forerunners such as Living Stone, Rockworks, DR, Entre-prises, as well as some imaginatively improvised walls for the building’s nooks and crannies. Route-setters change the routes frequently, and if the 40ft overhanging lead climbs seem a little daunting at first, beginners can take part in an Indoor Introduction to Climbing Course, which consists of two 3-hour sessions covering all the basic climbing skills needed to get going. Newcomers will love the welcoming atmosphere, while climbing veterans will appreciate the relaxed vibe and ever-changing routes. All the necessary climbing equipment can be hired directly from the centre, and for those seeking an original, ingenious attraction for corporate, birthday parties and charity events. Adult entry is £7.10, and junior entry is £4.65 (£7.15 with climbing equipment hire). The centre is open Monday to Friday 11am – 10pm, Saturday 10am - 6pm and Sunday 10am – 6pm.See www.glasgowclimbingcentre.com for details.