The Coliseum

The Coliseum Northumberland’s #1 Bouldering Centre
📍 Morpeth

New to climbing?

Start with our Bouldering Essentials Level 1 - a coached intro session covering the basics, safety, and technique to get you on the wall with confidence.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE BRUCE MARSH AWARDThe Bruce Marsh Award is more than just a competition – it’s a ce...
10/06/2026

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE BRUCE MARSH AWARD

The Bruce Marsh Award is more than just a competition – it’s a celebration of climbing, community, and the legacy of one of Morpeth’s most inspiring climbers.

Who can compete?
• Under 15 Category (Ages 8–14)
• Open Category (Ages 15+)
• No upper age limit

Saturday 11th July 2026

Choose your session:
• Session 1: 9:30am–12:30pm
• Session 2: 1:00pm–4:00pm

The Format
Take on 30 competition boulders across the gym and score as many points as possible:

• Flash = 10 points
• 2nd attempt = 9 points
• 3rd attempt = 8 points
• Zone = 1 point
• Top after 3 attempts = 1 point

Every entry includes:
• Bruce Marsh Award T-Shirt
• Competitor Goodie Bag
• Raffle Entry
• 30 Competition Boulders

Prizes
• Bruce Marsh Trophy
• Scarpa Shoes
• Sponsor prizes and giveaways

The event honours Bruce Marsh’s memory, celebrates his love of climbing, and inspires the next generation of climbers in his hometown of Morpeth.

Spaces are limited. Book your place now and be part of a special day of climbing, community, and competition.

10/06/2026

Build confidence, make friends, learn new skills and have a whole lot of fun along the way.

Our Junior Bouldering Club is designed to help young climbers develop movement, coordination, problem-solving, resilience, and self-confidence through climbing and games in a supportive environment.

✅ Fun games & climb-through-play sessions
✅ Club T-Shirt Included
✅ Shoe Hire Included
✅ Unlimited recreational climbing outside of sessions with Mum or Dad supervising
✅ Flexible booking options available

👶 Ages 4–7 start their climbing journey in our dedicated children’s room, Minimus.

🧗 Ages 8+ progress into the main bouldering gym, developing skills on the same walls as our adult climbers.

Whether they’re brand new to climbing or looking for their next challenge, there’s a club for them.

📅 Check our timetable online and find the right session for your young climber.

June Route Setting Timetable.Fresh climbs continue throughout the month, with a special competition set taking over Maxi...
04/06/2026

June Route Setting Timetable.

Fresh climbs continue throughout the month, with a special competition set taking over Maximus & Hadrian on Friday 19th June ahead of the Rock Solid Youth Competition.

Please bear with us during setting periods and keep an eye on the timetable when planning your sessions.

Northumberland is packed with world-class outdoor bouldering, and now you can hire pads directly from The Coliseum 🪨🔥Whe...
25/05/2026

Northumberland is packed with world-class outdoor bouldering, and now you can hire pads directly from The Coliseum 🪨🔥

Whether you’re heading to Kyloe, Bowden, Shaftoe or planning a full climbing trip, we’ve got quality crash pads ready to go.

✔️ Daily & multi-day rental available
✔️ Perfect for weekend trips & climbing holidays
✔️ Beginner friendly
✔️ Easy collection from reception

No need to travel with bulky pads - just grab one on your way out and get climbing 👊

DM us or ask at reception for availability.

21/05/2026

Coffee Climb is back ☕️🧊
Top out the selected boulder and post your climb this weekend and claim your free iced coffee or hot drink at The Summit Bar.
Perfect excuse to climb all bank holiday weekend 👀

Join our small instructor-led yoga classes at The Coliseum every Sunday at 10AM. Designed to improve flexibility, stabil...
11/05/2026

Join our small instructor-led yoga classes at The Coliseum every Sunday at 10AM. Designed to improve flexibility, stability, mobility and body awareness both on and off the wall.

✔ Mats & blocks provided
✔ Included with membership
✔ Non-members welcome via drop-in

Rainy weekend? 🌧️Why not bring the kids down to try the dedicated Children’s Climbing Room at The Coliseum 🧗‍♂️A fun, sa...
09/05/2026

Rainy weekend? 🌧️

Why not bring the kids down to try the dedicated Children’s Climbing Room at The Coliseum 🧗‍♂️

A fun, safe space designed specifically for younger climbers to burn some energy whatever the weather.

New to climbing? Start here. 🧗Bouldering Essentials Level 1 is designed for complete beginners and anyone returning to c...
06/05/2026

New to climbing? Start here. 🧗

Bouldering Essentials Level 1 is designed for complete beginners and anyone returning to climbing who wants to build confidence on the wall.

Learn the fundamentals of movement, safety, etiquette and how to get the most out of the centre in a relaxed, instructor-led environment.

Includes:
• Coaching
• Shoe hire
• Hot drink at the Summit Bar

A great first step into climbing at The Coliseum.

See our “What’s On?” schedule for upcoming sessions.

🔗 thecoliseum.co.uk/bouldering-essentials-level-1/

01/05/2026

This is your sign … don’t skip the session

If you want to get better at climbing, the training has to happen.
Strength, board sessions, movement work - it all adds up.

The Coliseum has everything you need to put the work in and see real progress.

27/04/2026

Welcome to The Coliseum 🔥

Let’s take a look around …

Shop stocked with all your essentials
Toilets & showers
Water refill station
Coffee bar (with member discounts)

Main gym - slab, comp wall, central boulder & the cave
Kilter Board & woodie boards
Strength & conditioning zone

Mezzanine - workspace, coffee, and a place to relax

Whether you’re here to climb, train, or just hang out for a bit … we’ve got you covered

Address

11a New Market
Morpeth
NE611PS

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 10pm
Tuesday 10am - 10pm
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 10pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 9am - 8pm
Sunday 9am - 8pm

Telephone

+441670335222

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