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How to save 20% at Ipswich climbing centre this half-term

Clip 'n Climb Ipswich is offering discounted sessions throughout May half-term to celebrate welcoming its 300,000th customer, with 30% off food also available.

Why it matters: Half-term – as they so often do – has come around fast. Whether you’re a regular vistor looking to save a few quid, or looking for new ways to keep the kids occupied, one of Ipswich's most popular family activities is more affordable when you need it most.

Tom Chilvers, Operations Supervisor at Clip ‘n Climb Ipswich
Tom Chilvers, Operations Supervisor at Clip ‘n Climb Ipswich(Clip ‘n Climb Ipswich)

The big picture: Clip ‘n’ Climb Ipswich has seen extraordinary growth since opening in 2019, with customers collectively climbing the equivalent height of Mount Everest more than 6,000 times.

  • 300,000 customers served in six years

  • 46 climbing walls and challenges, each 10 metres high

  • 60 million metres climbed in total - equivalent to scaling Everest 6,780 times

  • 20% discount on climbing sessions during half-term

  • 30% off food at the Climber Diner

Josh Davey, Director of Clip 'n Climb Ipswich, said: "It is incredible to have welcomed our 300,000th customer and to have visualised just how high our customers have climbed in only six years."

What's available: The centre offers toddler sessions, an after school club and fitness classes throughout the week, alongside challenges including the Leap of Faith and Vertical Drop Slide. A softplay area operates next to the on-site cafe for younger guests.

Davey emphasised the inclusive nature of the facility: "What makes Clip 'n Climb Ipswich so inclusive is how it's not just adults who have climbed to these great heights - we're a popular venue for families, particularly during the school holidays, and children absolutely fly up the walls."

General Manager Georgie Lilburn and Directors Josh Davey and Mark Patterson
General Manager Georgie Lilburn and Directors Josh Davey and Mark Patterson(Clip ‘n Climb Ipswich)

What's next: Davey said: "We're continuing to see more customers coming along for their first climb every week - and we love to see new faces. Hopefully as we continue to grow, our next milestone will be climbing the equivalent distance to the moon!"

The bottom line: The business is celebrating its success by making climbing more accessible during the school holidays, whilst continuing to serve as what Davey calls "a genuine community resource where all people - regardless of their ability - can come for a fun day out."

Enter code MAY20 when booking online at www.ipswich.clipnclimb.co.uk to receive 20% off any climbing session over half-term and 30% off food in the Climber Diner.

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