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Catch up on the latest news and read thoughts and industry insights from our team.

What's on

04
Jul
Women's Climbing Social
Wandsworth
PASSED

19:00-20:30

A fun, women-only, social climbing session hosted by The Font's very own Karyn Anderson. If you're looking to make a few more climbing friends and send some cool boulders, then this session is just for you!

03
Jul
Open Climbing Social
Wandsworth
PASSED

Every Thursday from, From 19:00-21:30!

Looking to meet new climbing buddies, or just get together with old ones? Then our open social climb might be exactly what you need! Facilitated by the fabulous Paul Quinn who will be roaming the space, match-making and just general entertainment!

02
Jul
Open Climbing Social
Borough
PASSED

Every Wednesday, 18:00-20:30

Join our open climbing socials at our city-centre gym! Facilitated by the fabulous Paul Quinn who will be roaming the space, match-making, and providing general giggles and entertainment!

01
Jul
Open Kilter Social
Wandsworth
PASSED

19:00-21:30

Join Hugo for a night of climbing challenges, technique tips, and plenty of laughs. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the Kilter Board, this is a great opportunity to improve your skills and meet fellow climbing enthusiasts.

26
Jun
Open Climbing Social
Wandsworth
PASSED

Every Thursday from, From 19:00-21:30!

Looking to meet new climbing buddies, or just get together with old ones? Then our open social climb might be exactly what you need! Facilitated by the fabulous Paul Quinn who will be roaming the space, match-making and just general entertainment!

25
Jun
Open Climbing Social
Borough
PASSED

Every Wednesday, 18:00-20:30

Join our open climbing socials at our city-centre gym! Facilitated by the fabulous Paul Quinn who will be roaming the space, match-making, and providing general giggles and entertainment!

24
Jun
Womens Kilter Social
Wandsworth
PASSED

19:00-21:30

Jade leads a supportive and empowering session tailored to women and non-binary climbers. Enjoy a welcoming environment where you can push your limits, share tips, and build a strong climbing community.

20
Jun
Women's Climbing Social
Wandsworth
PASSED

19:00-20:30

A fun, women-only, social climbing session hosted by The Font's very own Karyn Anderson. If you're looking to make a few more climbing friends and send some cool boulders, then this session is just for you!

Wandsworth
Womens Kilter Social
July 22, 2025
PASSED
Wandsworth
Women's Climbing Social
July 18, 2025
PASSED
Wandsworth
Open Climbing Social
July 17, 2025
PASSED
Wandsworth
Open Climbing Social
July 10, 2025
PASSED
Wandsworth
Womens Kilter Social
July 8, 2025
PASSED
Wandsworth
Women's Climbing Social
July 4, 2025
PASSED
Wandsworth
Open Climbing Social
July 3, 2025
PASSED
Wandsworth
Open Kilter Social
July 1, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
July 23, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
July 16, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
July 9, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
July 2, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
June 25, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
June 18, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
June 11, 2025
PASSED
Borough
Open Climbing Social
June 4, 2025
PASSED
Borough
The Font Borough gym and fitness studio
Get strong at The Font Borough gym and fitness studio —central London’s hub for fitness and climbing.
Wandsworth
The Brawl on the Wall 2024 Write-Up
Test your skills on 20 leftover Brawl blocs! Log tops on Griptonite and climb to win bar/cafe prizes!
Wandsworth
Projecting comp
Test your skills on 20 leftover Brawl blocs! Log tops on Griptonite and climb to win bar/cafe prizes!
Borough
The Font Borough Expansion
Coming Autumn 2024, we are excited to announce a significant expansion at The Font Borough!
Borough
Social Schedule – Borough
We're packing the events in the calendar... Check out what we've got lined up at The Font Borough.
Borough
Kilter Board Socials
With the arrival of our 16x12 adjustable Kilter at Wandsworth we are excited to announce our Kilter Board socials!
Borough
Route Setting Schedule – Borough
Enjoy a freshly set climbing wall from the best route setters, every Tuesday. Here's Borough's latest schedule.
Wandsworth
Route Setting Schedule – Wandsworth
Fresh blocs from the best route setters, every Wednesday. Here's the latest schedule for The Font Wandsworth.
Wandsworth
Social Schedule – Wandsworth
We're packing the events in the calendar... Check out what we've got lined up at The Font Wandsworth.
The Climbing Squad – Junior Performance Programme
Introducing The Squad, the next phase of development in our junior coaching pathway
Wandsworth
Tenzing Brawl on the Wall 2023
Thanks to all that joined and made the Tenzing Brawl on the Wall possible! See below for a write-up and results!
Wandsworth
Tenzing Tussle - Tenzing Brawl on the Wall Warmup!
This event has now passed! Catch you all at The Tenzing Brawl on the Wall 11th & 12th of November!
Borough
Font Borough Birthday bash and UV Party
UV Birthday Bash @ Font Borough Friday 8th December! EXPECT UV BLOCS, DJ, HOT FOOD, CRAFT BEERS AND CLIMBING STALLS!
Wandsworth
Meet the Brewer
Join us for a 'meet the brewer' event at The Font! Come down and meet one of our local suppliers and have a beer!
Wandsworth
Food and Drink Deals
Food and drink deals at the Font Wandsworth! From delicious burgers to freshly baked Pizza!
Work Christmas Parties!
Normal work Christmas parties not 'gripping' enough for you..? Try your hand at something different this Christmas party
Pricing Updates and Centre Improvements
Everyone knows its coming.. yep you guessed it.. the January price update! @LondonClimbingMemes are you ready?!
Wandsworth
Rainbow Fun Comp & BBQ
SAVE THE DATE! ‍Saturday 12th August we will be hosting a RAINBOW FUN COMP & BBQ with flavour buccaneers Pirate Burger!
Sardinia Climbing Trip with The Crimp and the Goodlife
6th-13th Sept 2023 – Join us for a bouldering and climbing trip in the beautiful island of Sardinia.
Student Deals! Term Time Membership + Off-Peak entries
Juicy student deals! From term-time memberships to single day passes! Check out below and start saving!
Wandsworth
Big Summer Barbeque 2.0
The Font's Big Summer BBQ is back and this time it is BIGGER AND BETTER - Great food, great beer & great company.
Decoding Bouldering Lingo
Bouldering lingo can sound like a completely different language! Here is a short list to help get you started.
Why you should get Personal Training
There are many motives for getting someone to help you get fitter. Some may seem more obvious than others.
Wandsworth
Font Fest 2023 Summary
To celebrate The Font Wandsworth being open for two years we hosted a MASSIVE birthday competition.
Wandsworth
Font Fest 2024
Thanks for coming to Font Fest 2024 Check out our full write-up below! More events coming to you this summer!
Wandsworth
Font Pub Quiz!
Its the return of the classic Font Pub Quiz! Join us for an evening of laughs, craft beers, fine wines and good times!
Wandsworth
An Evening with James Crossley
Join us for an Unforgettable evening with ex-gladiator James Crossley (AKA Hunter)!
Live sports schedule
Checkout what sports we show live at our centres! From Rugby all the way to the IFSC climbing world cup!
Wandsworth
Shoe Demos
Check out the next shoe demo we have at The Font! Test-drive the latest range from your favourite climbing shoe brands!
International Women's Day at The Font
Celebrate International Women's Day at the Font! Bring a friend for free! Regardless of whether they've been before!
Wandsworth
Setting Workshop
Join us Wednesday 3rd of April! Learn to route set from the best in the biz! Matt VC and Imi Bagnall-Smith!
Borough
Introduction day at Font Borough - Triptych Residents
Triptych residents can enjoy 50% off an intro to bouldering at The Font Borough + a free hot drink from the cafe!
Half-Term Coaching bundles
Save on your junior coaching drop-in sessions this coming Half-Term with our Junior Pass Bundles!
Wandsworth
Updated Wandsworth Opening Hours
We're making a small tweak to our opening times at our Wandsworth location! Please read!
Wandsworth
Monthly Pop-Up BBQ with Pirate Burger
Indulge in our monthly BBQs with Pirate Burger at Font Wandsworth – Check out below to not miss out!
Fontainebleau and sandstone climbing etiquette
Fontainebleau bouldering: Preserve nature, respect rock & climbers. Uphold ethics for sustainable climbing.
Outdoor bouldering in London
Exploring Climbing Gems in London! The granite boulders of Shoreditch park and Mabley Green!
Wandsworth
Font Fest 2024 Album
The FONT FEST photo album is finally here and ready to download! Check it out and relive the memories!
Bank Holiday Opening Times!
Yes, we are still open on Bank Holidays! Check our revised opening times before you plan your climb!
Wandsworth
Wandsworth Kilter Board (16X12ft)
We have the Wandsworth Kilter Board install date! 16X12 foot of ADJUSTABLE board climbing is coming to you very soon!
Wandsworth
The Font Olympics party
Join us on August 3rd for Olympic Fun Comp (PARTY) at Wandsworth Climbing Wall!
Wandsworth
Summer Junior Climbing Camp!
From July 25th, join our Summer Junior Climbing Camp for ages 8-17! Make friends and get climbing!
Wandsworth
The Font Junior Climbing Championships
Save the date: Junior Competition on 30th August 2024! Open to all juniors. More details coming soon!
Wandsworth
Finding the perfect fit! Visit our climbing shoe shop!
Explore our wide range of climbing shoes at The Font Wandsworth! Find your perfect fit today!
Wandsworth
Font Wandsworth Fitness Studio
The Font Wandsworth Fitness studio! Start your fitness journey with us today! One-off options available!
Wandsworth
Half-term Junior coaching deals
Save on your climbs this Autumn half-term with our junior coaching deals! Suitable for all levels!
Wandsworth
The Tenzing Brawl on the Wall 2024
Our flagship climbing competiton! Expect world-class blocs an exciting qualifiers and a thrilling finals!
Wandsworth
Fun-filled PT Day
We're holding a day full of fun and fitness with our fantastical team of Personal trainers.
Borough
Brew By Numbers x Homeslice
Get ready for the beer and pizza event that you didn't know you wanted... Brew By Numbers x Homeslice.
Wandsworth
BRAWL ON THE WALL 2022 Summary
We held our first ever major climbing competition BRAWL ON THE WALL back in November and it was MEGA!
Climbing at the Paris Olympics 2024 - Write-up
From The Font to the Olympic podium, explore the unforgettable journey of our local talent at Paris 2024.
Wandsworth
Can You Outclimb a 13-Year-Old Squad Kid?
Can You out-climb a 13-Year-Old Squad Kid? Really... Okay, well PROVE IT THEN!!!
What is climbing?
What is climbing? Why try climbing? How do I get going? Find out this and more below!
Wandsworth
The Font Wandsworth - Kids Climbing Party
Looking for something a little different this year? Get your kids climbing at their next birthday party!
Bloc of the week
Win £20 bar/cafe tab with our weekly climbing challenge! Do you have what it takes...?
BeeKind Climbing
Meet Matt George! The mastermind behind Beekind climbing's sustainably made climbing training equipment!
The Font Online Store
Discover our new online store! Shop the latest climbing shoes and exclusive Font Garms, with easy collect-in-centre
Wandsworth
Busy Lizzy at The Font Wandsworth
Check out out Busy Lizzy at the Font! Pregnancy and postnatal fitness classes, engaging baby and toddler sessions!
Mastering the Kilter Board
This guide will walk you through how to use the Kilter Board, training benefits and more!
Versus Wall
Get to know Versus Wall. Bringing fashion as well as functionality to climbing garms!
Mental Health Benefits of Climbing
Discover the benefits of climbing on your mental health! From the physical to the social angle!
Climbing at the Paris 2024 Olympics - Explained
Watch the Paris 2024 climbing Olympics live at our Wandsworth and Borough centres! Get to know the format below!
Six Physio
Get to know Six Physio! Expert Physiotherapy in London. Restore function, relieve pain and re-educate movement!
Routesetting: Creating the boulder problems
Ever wondered how the boulders magically appear on the climbing wall? The answer is routesetting.
Wandsworth
Roktoberfest 2023
Exciting news! Saturday October 7th ROKtoberfest is back at The Font Wandsworth!
Understanding and Reducing Climbing Related Injuries
Injuries in sports are amongst the most common topics amongst its people, and climbing is no exception.
Exercising Throughout the Menstrual Cycle
If you are someone who menstruates, then it is likely you have had training or climbing days impacted as a result.
Wandsworth
Wine Tasting
Join us for a night of fine wines and fine food pairings with our good friends Lea & Sandeman.
Wandsworth
The Font Sports Day
It's time to dust off those running shoes and get ready for an action packed sports day in the park.
The Font heads to Sicily
Outdoor bouldering trips to glorious Sicily, organised and run exclusively for The Font community.
Wandsworth
Climbers Against Cancer
Thanks to everyone involved in our first charity comp we raised £1287.25 for Climbers against Cancer.

Articles

The Font Online Store
Discover our new online store! Shop the latest climbing shoes and exclusive Font Garms, with easy collect-in-centre
BeeKind Climbing
Meet Matt George! The mastermind behind Beekind climbing's sustainably made climbing training equipment!
Can You Outclimb a 13-Year-Old Squad Kid?
Can You Outclimb a 13-Year-Old Squad Kid? Yes..? PROVE IT!!
Six Physio
Get to know Six Physio! Expert Physiotherapy in London. Restore function, relieve pain and re-educate movement!
The Font Wandsworth - Kids Climbing Party
Looking for something a little different this year? Get your kids climbing at their next birthday party!
Versus Wall
Get to know Versus Wall. Bringing fashion as well as functionality to climbing garms!
Decoding Bouldering Lingo
Bouldering lingo can sound like a completely different language! Here is a short list to help get you started.
Climbing at the Paris Olympics 2024 - Write-up
From The Font to the Olympic podium, explore the unforgettable journey of our local talent at Paris 2024.