August Bank Holiday 2026 – Peak District
SCC are returning to the Roaches in the beautiful Peak District!
The Roaches is one of the most famous climbing areas in the Peak District, known for its distinctive gritstone cliffs and scenic moorland setting. It offers a wide range of traditional climbing routes, from beginner-friendly climbs to challenging classics for experienced climbers. Alongside roped climbing, The Roaches is also a popular destination for bouldering.
Who?
This meet will be suitable for all members with trad climbing experience, or looking to get into trad climbing and willing to second. There is also bouldering available.
Where?
We are staying at Rue Hill Campsite . Pitches are £10 pp/pn and are to be booked directly with the campsite, please sign up here as well so we know who to expect.
NOTE – When it asks at the end of the booking form “are you part of a group” insert ‘Southampton Climbing Club’ so we will be sited together.
The campsite also has a four person cabin available for those that want a bit more comfort….
The campsite is about 20mins from the main crag, and 5mins drive from a pub. The nearest shops are 15mins away in Ashbourne.
Things to bring:
Essential:
- Tent or van!
- Sleeping stuff – Sleeping bag / mat and pillow.
- Climbing stuff – Harness, rock shoes, belay device, helmet, prussik, sling and carabiner
- Clothing – A variety – Pembrokeshire can really catch the sun but it can be cold in the evenings and at night
- Personal – stuff for showering including a towel!
- Food – The nearest shops are in Ashbourne – 15 mins away.
- Water bottle – at least one for use when out and about – you may want more if the forecast is for hot weather.
- Personal first aid kit
Desirable (bring if you have these):
- Trad rack, half ropes, single rope, abseil rope
- Approach shoes
- Guide books
- Maps of the area
- Boulder Mat (If you plan to boulder)
- Food for lunch and snacks for the crags
The Club has a stock of guidebooks which are kept at Bouldershack. This can be accessed by asking at the front desk for the key to the SCC library. Members are welcome to borrow guidebooks for the meet but please sign then out and return them promptly.
Members are also able to borrow gear from the club. This can be done by filling out an equipment request form. Details can be found here.
When?
August bank holiday – Friday 28th – Monday 31st August