The Arc
Westmead Ln, Chippenham SN15 3HZ, UK
Wall Type:
Bouldering, Auto Belay, Roped
last updated
23 Sept 2025
Waiver Information
Waivers can be signed online or in reception on fixed tablets.
Competency
Before bouldering, climbers are asked to identify safety errors from photographs. Prior to using auto-belay, all climbers recieve a free induction from a member of
Concession Pricing
TCA offers a disabled membership at a discounted price, this is avaliable on their website.
Parking
Spaces:
10 - 20
Disabled Bays:
Yes
There is a small car park on the road leading up to The Arc (charges apply). There is free disabled parking directly outside the climbing centre. Press the intercom at the barrier to request access to this.
Public Transport Links
The Arc is 1 mile walk from Chippenham train station and 0.3 miles from Chippenham bus station.
Climbing Facilities
Bouldering, Kid's Wall, Auto-Belay, Lead Wall, Outdoor Wall, Training Area, Traversing Wall, Roped Wall, Fingerboards
equipment available to hire / use
Standard Harness, Full body Harness, Small / kids harness, Adult sized climbing shoes, Kids sized climbing shoes, Tubular belay device, Assistive braking belay device, Chest Harness
Toilets and Changing
Accessible Toilet, Gender Neutral Shower, Male Toilet, Female Toilet
Amenties
Cafe (drinks & snacks), Shop
Layout & Access
There is a short slope up to the main door. The main door is automatic and leads into the reception area and cafe. There is step free access into all areas of the climbing centre. There are two bouldering areas. The upstairs area walls contain a traversing wall and routes set with kids and beginners in mind. The downstairs wall contains a small overhang. There is a roped wall area with multiple auto-belays, top rope and lead rope walls. There is one 'catch & hold' auto-belay device. There is lift access throughout the centre.
Music
nICAS Ascend
They offer Nicas Ascend
Anything Else...
The upstairs bouldering room contains some kid friendly climbs and a traversing wall. Fire evacuation training for wheelchair users + instructors are trained in teaching SEN children and adults.