Edinburgh International Climbing Arena: Europe’s largest climbing arena reopens to the public

The arena, operated by Edinburgh Leisure will be opening their doors on September 21.

Europe’s largest climbing arena in Ratho will be reopening its doors after lockdown.

The Edinburgh International Climbing Arena will be open to the public on Monday, September 21, with bookings for members going live at 9 pm on September 17 and for non members a day later.

Byline: Edinburgh Leisure

Emma Ogilvie-Hall, Manager at EICA said: “We know our climbers have missed the fantastic facilities at Ratho, and we’ve missed them and can’t wait to welcome them back.”

The reopening of the EICA, operated by Edinburgh Leisure, is one of seven of their facilities that are welcoming back customers across the city.

The following Edinburgh Leisure facilities have already reopened in the Capital:

Ainslie Park Leisure Centre

Craiglockhart Leisure and Tennis Centre

Drumbrae Leisure Centre

The Royal Commonwealth Pool

Leith Victoria

Gracemount Leisure Centre

Patrons must book ahead of time and strict guidelines are implemented throughout to ensure maximum safety.

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