Events & Competitions at Depot Sheffield
Here you can find all the details and need-to-knows about upcoming events and competitions here at Depot Sheffield.
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Depot Access Fest 2026
Saturday, 3rd of October
Following on from the very first Access Fest event in 2025, we are excited to announce it’s return for 2026!
Access Fest is a festival to celebrate making climbing more accessible! #MakingEverybodyStrong is our motto, and part of that is to share climbing with as many people as we can, because climbing is a fantastic activity, and the more people we can get involved, the better!
There will be Paraclimbing Competition with specifically set climbs for each category. Expect a fun-filled centre with stalls promoting and explaining what they are doing for accessibility in climbing, alongside workshops and local vendors.
All the Details
Doors – 09:00
Qualification & Briefing – 10:00-14:00
Finals – 15:00-17:00
Tickets – £15
Tickets include wall entry & an exclusive event tote bag.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Para A | V5-V7 |
| Para B | V3-V5 |
| Para C | V0-V2 |
If you are unsure of your classification or have an impairment that does not fit the specified classifications, please speak to a member of staff who can assist you in finding the most suitable category for you to take part in.
Booking
Please book your session via the calendar here. Before booking, please ensure you have read the logistics information above to ensure you understand the event and categories.
If you have any questions, please contact the centre on 0114 327 1948
Extra Details
Qualifying
The qualifying will be in a scramble format. Climbers can work around the competition area at their own pace, climbing selected boulders for their category that will be marked on both the wall and via the Griptonite app.
Climbers will then self-score their number of attempts required for each climb to generate a score.
Break
In between qualifying and finals, there will be a 60-minute break for everyone to rest and get some food while the finals boulders are prepared and qualifying scores totalled.
Finals
The finals will take place on the competition wall located at the front of the centre, with ample room for spectators. Finalists will prepare out of view of the competition wall before being called up to climb, before attempting 3 separate boulder problems with a rest period in between.
Once all competitors have tried their boulders, there will be a brief pause while the scores are counted, ahead of a short prize-giving ceremony.
FAQ
Supported by Top Brands
Access Fest is supported by some of climbing’s top and local brands, with some here on the day.
CORE Climbing. Headline sponsor CORE are synonymous with Depot. Providing the matting that keeps you safe, holds that keep you strong and kit to help you take your climbing journey wherever you want.
Climb Care Skincare. Founded by GB Paraclimber Steve Harper, Climb Care provides balms that soothe, protect and repair your skin to maximise your sends. Visit their stall on the day to find out more about their work and take a look at their products.
CORE Climbing
Booking
If you have any questions, you can email [email protected] or call Depot Sheffield on 0114 327 1948
