Activity update for families and small groups, schools and climbers

We are running some activities for families and small groups – go to bookwhen.com/bowles-birthday-parties

Update for Schools

We are currently running a range of day courses for schools (both at Bowles but we are also visiting schools) which can be run within the governments Covid-19 guidelines. These courses will provide the students with a amazingly fun, safe, secure and educational course in the outdoors.

Schools groups and other clients, please call us on 01892 665665 to discuss your visit and alternative plans. If you would prefer to contact us by email, please use admin@bowles.rocks.

Update for Climbers

Due to the regulations in place for our school courses and family courses, we are still not able to open during the day time. Bowles is open for evening climbing from 5.30pm to 9pm. The cost is £5 (under 16s £4) by card tap only. Expired membership cards will be extended by 3 months. We are not able to sell new memberships at the moment.

Social distancing and handwashing must be observed.

No climbing on or past the Chalet slab area in order to protect the residents at Bowles.

Anyone not observing the rules will be asked to leave.

School holidays – Adventure Weeks and Day Courses

Children can make up for lost time and get outdoors and active on a course at Bowles this summer. Fantastic activities in closed bubbles staffed by experienced, qualified instructors.

Southern Sandstone Leaders Award

This local rock climbing award is a site specific award set up by a group of outdoor centres, rock climbing providers and climbing walls in the South East of England.

School holiday activities

We run fantastic activities during the school holidays, all staffed by experienced, qualified instructors.

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Kayaking & canoeing

Learn in the Bowles pool or on one of the rivers and lakes in the area

Activity clubs

Once you have developed a love for the outdoors, you might just benefit from joining a club to develop your skills with like-minded people.

Activity vouchers

Activity vouchers are available in quantities of £20, £10, £5 or the price of a whole party, lesson, session or day.

Families, birthday parties and experiences

Celebrate outdoors with your friends and family and pick up a new skill – an outdoor activity or birthday party at Bowles is packed full of fun, excitement and even a bit of learning!

Rock climbing

Bowles is one of the best rock climbing venues in the South East, with its south-facing, quick drying sandstone and excellent access. Bowles Rocks are currently open for climbers from 5pm until dark every weekday, with other groups onsite in the daytime. The rocks are currently open all day Saturday and Sunday.