Get to grips with your first visit at Chimera Canterbury - Register today and get let's start your climbing experience!
We are situated a ten minute walk from Canterbury East train station, making us easily accessible from London Victoria.
We run lots of classes, lessons, events and competitions throughout the year. Book onto your next climb now!
Climbing is our passion. Our bouldering gym is made by local Kent climbers and run by climbers, and we provide an exhilarating indoor rock climbing experience which can be enjoyed by children from five years old with no upper age limit for big kids! Whether you want to try something new, have a day out in Canterbury, find an alternative way to get fit, or you are a climber needing a new gym, Chimera is for you.
Located in the South East, an hour outside London in the heart of Kent, Chimera is full of friendly knowledgeable staff who all climb locally on the sandstone rocks and are always happy to give you some helpful advice.
Any questions? Get in touch today: 01892 457 294
Monday - Friday: 10am-10pm
Weekends: 8am - 6pm
Monday - Friday: 10am - 6pm
Weekends: 8am - 2pm
Christmas Eve - 10am - 6.30pm
Christmas Day - CLOSED
Boxing Day - CLOSED
New Years Eve - 10am - 6.30pm
New Years Day - CLOSED
Day Entry: £15.80
10 Hits (Entries): £123.10
Day Entry: £12.40
10 Hits (Entries): £101.20
Day Entry: £12.40
10 Hits (Entries): £101.20
Please Note: Climbing shoes are a compulsory hire (unless you bring your own)
Single Payment: £70.70
(No Contract)
Shoe Hire: £4.30
Chalk Hire: £3.00
Available now - book here for our set times or via tim@chimeraclimbing.com for a bespoke booking.
"Been taking my son and daughter to their academy club for a year now. Atmosphere is great - supportive, relaxed, and recognising that each kid learns differently. Staff are very friendly and it has a feeling of a community there."
Canterbury Centre
Bouldering is indoor climbing without ropes, using padded mats for safety. Climbs are shorter but powerful, making it fun and accessible for all skill levels.
You can rent climbing shoes and chalk at reception. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and bringing a reusable water bottle – refilling stations are available.
Yes – we run kids’ clubs at all centres:
• Little Monkeys (ages 5–7)
• Rock Ninjas (ages 8–11)
• Academy (ages 12–16)
Yes – we offer 1:1 private coaching sessions for adults at all centres.
Yes – both are available to rent or purchase.
