![Friends watch a climber on an indoor bouldering wall at the Climbing Works, one of the indoor climbing walls mentioned in this article.](/media/smuoktkb/91_oc_smcqueen_1568.jpg?width=767&height=511&mode=max)
Many have special kids areas and cafes, making them perfect for all the family. Offering guidance on technique and kit, these walls are also the ideal places for beginners to get to grips with the sport before heading out to the likes of Stanage and Burbage.