Torquay’s Best Indoor Activities – The Bunker
No need to book for general climbing
Youth Coaching
We have a range of Youth training options
- Kids clubs and after-school sessions for Primary age 5-11
- Squad sessions for Secondary school age 11+
- Limited spaces on all sessions so booking is essential
Home ed
We have a range of options for home ed
- Home ed hangouts every Tuesday and Thursday
- Home ed courses on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and run for 6 weeks
Escape Room
Ready to take on Torquay’s newest immersive escape room challenge?
- Perfect for families, friends, parties & team-building
- Designed and run by climbers and puzzle experts
- Unique storyline set in a mysterious Mansion from the 1930’s
SPLAT HQ
- UV Paint Battles
- Family Splatter Sessions
- Toddler Messy Play
- Canvas Painting Sessions
- Birthday parties
Welcome to Torquay’s most exciting indoor activities destination!
Whether you’re looking for adventure on a rainy day, planning a unique family outing, or want to try something completely different, The Bunker offers bouldering climbing, escape rooms, and café refreshments all under one roof.
The Bunker, Torquay’s only climbing gym! Located conveniently close to Torre Abbey Sands and Torquay Town Centre, and well-served by public transport, we’re your easily accessible gateway to the thrilling world of bouldering.
Are you a bouldering veteran or a first-time climber? Either way, we’ve got you covered. The Bunker offers a friendly, welcoming environment for all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned enthusiasts. If you’re new to this exhilarating sport, don’t worry about gear or experience – all you need is a dash of adventurous spirit. Bouldering is a fun and sociable full-body workout, offering the thrill of climbing without the constraints of ropes or harnesses.
Our facility boasts three distinct spaces designed to cater to every facet of your bouldering journey. The main hall, featuring a spacious, brightly lit wall with routes graded from V0 to V6+, ensures your climbing experience stays fresh and challenging. Meanwhile, our Warm-up & Training Gym is equipped with everything you need to build strength, stamina, and fitness – from an impressive systems board to a muscle-up bar, pull-up bar, and various weights.
And after a satisfying workout, why not unwind in our cozy café? Treat yourself to a superior gourmet coffee, a protein drink, or a tasty snack. Free Wi-Fi allows you to relax, refresh, and maybe even plan your next climb.
At The Bunker, we believe in creating an inclusive and exciting bouldering community. So pull up a comfy sofa, enjoy the view of fellow climbers, and join us in the wonderful world of bouldering today!










Come rain or shine, whatever your ability, come and join us.
Opening Times
No need to book
Monday – Friday = 10:00 – 21:30 Last entry 21:00
The main room is closed until 14:00 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Monday – Wednesday – Friday (Bambinos 6 and under)= 10:00 – 13:00 Last entry 12:30
Saturday & Sunday = 10:30 – 17:30 Last entry 17:00
Tuesday adults only 19:00 – close
Single Entry Pricing
| Entry Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Day Pass 7-13 | £10 |
| Day Pass 14+ Off-Peak 10:00 – 16:00 Weekdays | £12 |
| Day Pass 14+ Peak 16:00 – Close and weekends | £14 |
| Concession (OAP, Blue Light, Students, Defence Discount) | £10 |
| U6 years | £8 |
| Bambinos | £7 |
| Bambinos 6-11 months | £4 |
| Bambinos 0-5 months, Babe in arms FREE | £0 |
Climbing Memberships
| Adult Monthly | £40 |
| Adult Annual | £450 |
| U18 Annual All Access (includes 1 squad or after-school session a week Come in and get yours today. | £400 |
| U18 Monthly (Does not include squad or after-school sessions) Come in and get yours today. | £35 |
| U18 Monthly All-access Includes all coached youth sessions. | £40 |
| U18 Annual (Does not include squad or after-school sessions) Come in and get yours today. | £250 |
| Family Monthly with Adults (Pricing is full price for the first member, then discounted as you add extra) | £40-£30-£20 |
| Family Monthly with no Adults (Pricing is full price for the first member then discounted as you add extra) | £40-£35 |
| The escape room is available for booking at any time. Book Now | £20pp |
ASK ABOUT BLUE LIGHT/MILITARY/LOCAL AUTHORITY MEMBERSHIPS AND OTHER OFFERS.
SHOE HIRE: £4.00
CHALK HIRE: £2.00
What’s On
No need to book general climbing
Monday
General Climbing 2-Close
Bambinos 10-1 Book
Fundamentals 6-7 Book
Pilates 7-8 Book
Performance Coaching 7:30-8:30 Book
Tuesday
General Climbing 10-Close
Home Ed 11-12 Book
Adults only 7-close
Saturday
General Climbing 10:30-Close
Kids club 10:30-11:30 Book
Sunday
General Climbing 10:30-Close
Squad 10:30-11:30 Book
Parties & Occasions
Birthday, Hen/Stag do? Book it @ The Boulder Bunker from £100
Find out more
Coaching
1:1 Coaching from £30ph
Group Coaching from £25pp (minimum 4 persons)
Call for more details
What our visitors say
Super friendly place, relaxed, free (good!) coffee, we loved it. Thank you for such a lovely warm time, we will be back.
Visited bambino’s today for the first time and loved it! Staff where really friendly and helpful , the set up is great activities and toys for all ages 0-5 and love the fact it’s quiet small and can always see little ones , we will definitely be back and recommend to everyone! Thanks for a lovely morning !
Fabulous venue fun, healthy and a friendly atmosphere thank you from all of our family We will be definitely joining your membership plan
Small, friendly gym with climbs for a variety of abilities. Good training room
A friend and I came here for a quick climb whilst on a trip down south with friends. The staff were really inviting and knew their stuff! Wall was old school build and holds but setting had a more modern approach, made for some really interesting climbs. Would defo come here again if I was passing through and thank you for Alan for making us feel so welcome :)
A unique bouldering experience. My son and I had a great time here today. It was our third straight day climbing and a hot day, so I'd thought we'd been in and out within an hour, but we easily spent two hours here doing lots of interesting problems both for warm up and serious challenges (we are intermediate level). Of course, there were plenty of problems well beyond our ability so I expect advanced / expert climbers will easily find challenges here too. The community also seems super friendly as we ended up getting very welcome tips and encouragement from two other climbers. What made it feel so unique? The building it was in - not a large industrial estate one, but a charming one with history I'm sure, in the city centre; the feel of the gym in general - it just has personality, and in all the right ways; and the training area - it has a lattice board, which I've never seen before (this is our twelfth climbing centre) and another kind of board where you pull out the rods as you go up, inserting them into the holes above as you go (no idea what it's called). Anyway, anyone who is interested in having a different climbing experience should visit here when in town. A real gem!
We visited for the first time today for the Bambino’s session and absolutely loved it. The team were so polite and helpful, the toys, swings and all activities were perfect for babies, toddlers and young children. We will be back again next Friday, highly recommend. Thank you 🤩
We thoroughly enjoyed the Bambinos timeslot, our 3 year old had a blast. Small and intimate and a range of activities for the young ones on the bouldering mats
So so impressed with this place and Aaron he is the guy so so professional and knowledgeable. Showed so much climbing skills to my 10 years daughter. He all so make nice coffee too.
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. A great variety of climbs. Warmup gym has great equipment.
Everything that you could ever need, in a friendly and inviting atmosphere - I’m not local but I’ll definitely be making a trip back
Super friendly guy Aaron working here. Really encouraging to the children (13 and 8). Very patient, wealth of climbing knowledge and expertise. Incredibly reasonable pricing and range of climbs to suit beginners to advanced levels. Will definitely be back next time we are in the area. Thanks again Aaron!
We attended the Bambino's session for 0-5 year old. Lots of fun and a safe place for my toddler to run, climb and play
Paid the bunker a visit today with 3 kids aged 10 - 15 and all loved it. The staff are helpful and take the time to give safety information and demonstrations on how to use the equipment making it a ideal environment knowing children’s safety is paramount while also allowing them to be independent and learn new skills. Very reasonable priced and a days ticket means you can come and go back for a second session the same day to break it up if needed. I would recommend for all ages and a wide range of abilities.
Took a 4 yr old and and 18month to the Bambino morning last week. Lovely staff, always watching out and there are a few toys around as well as the climbing walls. A confidence building activity which was reasonably priced. Thank you Boulder Bunker!
What a little gem of a place. I thought this was going to be too small of a building to allow any serious climbing but how wrong I was. A few things to know: Firstly, the staff are absolutely amazing here. Absolute top notch service and such a friendly, knowledgeable team. Very welcoming and they create a real family energy from the moment you walk in. Secondly, the range of climbs in a small place is impressive. There's quite a lot to be doing here you, they've maximised wall space well. I found the grading more difficult than expected: everything above beginner level proved quite challenging and required some real perseverance. Finally, the training room is really quite substantial. You could spend quite a long time in there alone. Obviously, it gets busy quicky due to the size. It's also quite hot, the fans struggling against a very hot day. But the rocky like feel to this place and it's amazing team make this a real pleasure of a place. One day, I would love to see this place move to a bigger location but for now, this is still absolutely worth your time.
Really friendly and fun place to boulder, Alan (owner) is so welcoming and helpful. Some really good 'problems' to solve from beginner to mega advanced. Small cafe that serves fresh ground coffee. Would really recomend this place, well priced full day pass. You get a real sense of community here and a passion for bouldering. So helpful and fun.
Beast of a gym, Couldnt ask for a better local bouldering centre. And the staff are as helpful and as friendly as can be.
I go to the Bunker for their weekday toddler group. We love it! So much to do and for all young ages. Staff are friendly and super helpful. Always clean and welcoming. I wish can give it more than 5 stars!
There is a lovely atmosphere in this club with all the members thoughtfully looking out for each other and having fun. The Wednesday evening session is something I'm particularly pleased my 15 yr old goes to. Strongly recommend.
Friendly onwner with a great welcome and tour of the place. Good bouldering options for all difficulties and abilities
Really friendly experience and a great gym full of facilities! Deffo would recommend to any climbers in the area!
My 21month old had a brilliant time at Bambinos today, even open on Bank Holiday. Excellent equipment to play on, Cat was soo welcoming and met other mums to chat to. Great value for money. Highly recommend.
The boulder bunker was great. The owner was super friendly and gave us a quick tour. It’s amazing what he’s managed to put together.
The venue is good Staff were friendly The price was reasonable I visited for their toddler group activity, and my son really liked it.
Beim Boulder Banker handelt es sich um ein kleineres boulderzentrum welches dir dennoch uneingeschränkt empfehlen können. Das Personal ist äußerst freundlich und gibt gerne Tipps fürs Klettern. Wir waren dort mit zwei Familien zwischen 6 und 49 Jahren und alle hatten viel Spaß. Schuhe können vor Ort geliehen werden.
Both my boys, Alex (9) and Nathan (7) had a great few hours today for the Easter camp at the boulder bunker. A combination of climbing, games and fitness, they enjoyed their session with Alan and his team. They can’t wait to come back!
Super impressed with The boulder bunker, this gym is a true throwback to grass roots climbing! Upon arrival Andy was super friendly, informative and even gave us a quick tour / walk round! We started off in the very well kitted out "training room" which has some moon boards, beast makers, weights etc and is one of a few gyms that still has a climbing lattice. After a warm up we headed into the main climbing area which is a decent side and is lined wall to wall with a variety of climbs all the way from "easy" up to "ludicrous" in difficulty. Each climb had a unique name as well which is a nice touch and added some humour as we made our way round! Andy did specify the grades are set to "V" grade but is not listed on the wall, I appreciated this as it doesn't immediately put you off if you see something of a higher grade. I spent around 2 hours climbing various routes and they were all great fun and well set! Nothing felt too hard or silly. I still had a lot climbs left when I had to leave so there's plenty to go at even on a longer visit. If you're in the Devon area or even further afield and want a more unique old school climbing experience definitely check out the Boulder Bunker, as a climber you will not regret it! Side note: This is also a great centre for kids as well, Andy runs UV discos and other events which are suited to younger audiences!
Another great party. Kids had a great time, and some of the adults too!! Good fun games and if you get stuck, help is on hand.
My son goes to the kids clubs every week and absolutely loves it. It’s very inclusive and the team there are friendly and knowledgeable. I needed to find something for my 9 year old to direct some of his copious amounts of energy and this place is brilliant for that as the play is structured. It’s a great place to build core strength ,confidence and a discipline to insure safety first. They are always trying to improve the experience for their customers so there’s no way you can ever get bored!
My kids loved the Bambino’s session and now so do my nephews. A great way to wear them out in a safe environment. The staff are so lovely and the coffee is excellent!!
Visited 'The Bunker' Bouldering gym whilst on a hiking trip. Great little venue, with boulders to suit most levels, they have an excellent training room too. Staff member Aaron was very professional and friendly 👊. Really enjoyed our visit.
brilliant place, brilliant people. 10/10 definitely recommend. been going months - sehr gut
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