Friday 27th – Sunday 29th November 2026
Three days. A completely fresh set of boulders. One big competition!
We're stripping our entire bouldering area and setting a brand-new range of competition problems to put your climbing to the test. Expect challenging moves, tricky sequences and plenty of opportunities to push your limits, rack up points and climb your way up the leaderboard!
For one weekend only, our bouldering area is getting a complete reset, with a fresh set of competition problems designed to challenge climbers of all levels.
Put your skills to the test, tackle new problems and see how far you can climb up the leaderboard. Whether you're aiming for a podium finish or simply want to challenge yourself, it's a great chance to get involved in some friendly competition.
With prizes for the top climbers in each category, a live leaderboard and a prize raffle for everyone who enters, there's plenty to play for!
All abilities welcome. Just £5 to enter!
There are four categories, with all abilities welcome in each:
Adult Male
Adult Female
Under 18 Male
Under 18 Female
You don't need to be an experienced competition climber to enter. Whether you're relatively new to bouldering or have been climbing for years, come along, challenge yourself and see how you rank!
We're using Griptonite to record scores and keep track of the competition leaderboard.
Pay your £5 entry fee at reception.
Download the free Griptonite app onto your phone.
Scan the competition QR code at reception to join.
Get climbing and upload your scores directly through the app!
Keep an eye on the live leaderboard throughout the weekend to see how you're doing against the competition.
Every attempt counts! The fewer attempts it takes you to top a problem, the more points you'll earn.
Flash it on your first attempt and bag 10 points! Top it on your second attempt for 7 points, your third for 4 points, or take four or more attempts and still walk away with 2 points.
Bonus Points – Hit the Zone!
Look out for the designated zone holds on each problem. Reach a zone hold to earn an extra 1 bonus point.
Every point could make a difference to your final position on the leaderboard!
Keep it fair! You'll be recording your own attempts through Griptonite, so please score honestly and accurately. We're counting on everyone to keep the competition fair and fun.
There's more than just bragging rights up for grabs!
Competition Prizes
We'll be awarding prizes to the top three climbers in each of our four categories. So give it your best shot and see if you can make the podium!
Prize Raffle
You don't need to top the leaderboard to be a winner!
Everyone who enters the competition will automatically be entered into our prize raffle, with some great climbing gear up for grabs.
The competition is just the beginning!
Our Boulder Competition also kicks off the Summit Up Winter Boulder League, with the competition problems forming the first set of routes for Round 1 in December.
Taking part in the league? You can use your competition attempts and scores towards your Round 1 entry.
That means you can compete for prizes over the weekend AND get a head start on the Winter Boulder League!
Three days. Fresh problems. Four categories. Plenty of prizes.
Whether you're competing for the podium or just want to see what you can achieve, we'd love to see you get involved!
Friday 27th – Sunday 29th November 2026
£5 entry | All abilities welcome | Prizes in every category
Download Griptonite, sign up at reception and get ready to climb!
December 2026 – March 2027
Fresh Problems. Monthly Challenges. One Big League! Ready to put your climbing to the test this winter?
The Summit Up Winter Boulder League is back, bringing you fresh boulder problems, monthly challenges and the chance to battle your way up the leaderboard!
Each round brings a new set of problems to tackle, giving you the chance to test your strength, technique and problem-solving skills against other climbers.
WE'RE HIRING! JOIN THE SUMMIT UP TEAM! We're looking for enthusiastic and experienced Climbing Instructors / Receptionists to join our friendly team at Summit Up Climbing Centre in Oldham! If you're passionate about climbing, love working with people and enjoy helping climbers of all ages and abilities develop their skills, we'd love to hear from you!
Looking for fun things to do with the kids this October half term? We've got plenty happening at Summit Up Climbing in Oldham!
From our exciting Clip 'n Climb challenges and Mini Mountaineers sessions to family climbing, soft play and Halloween fun, there's something for everyone to enjoy.