Climbing Access Essentials
Annual Permit
£25 standard • £20 student (ID required). Includes gate-code access.
Access Window
Fri 16:00–21:00 • Sat 16:00–21:00 • Sun 17:00–21:00 (closed Mon-Thu)
Bring a Crew
Permit holders may sign in up to 10 guests (£5 each, pay on arrival).
Safety & Gear
Use well-maintained kit, inspect bolts/trees before loading. All climbing at own risk.
Environmental Care
Follow Leave-No-Trace, minimise chalk, respect wildlife & closures.
Getting Here
Lothian Buses from city centre; free parking at lane end, short walk to gate.
Granite Quarry Crag at Barnton Bunker
Hidden on the outskirts of Edinburgh, our Cold-War bunker backs onto a rugged granite quarry now transformed into an open-air climbing wall. From beginner top-rope lines to techy leads, the routes offer solid rock and a setting like nowhere else in Scotland.
Purchase an annual permit, grab the gate code, and climb when it suits you throughout the weekend. Students, clubs and seasoned crushers are all welcome—just remember to respect the site’s history, keep noise low and leave no trace.
First time here? Chat with staff or an experienced member on-site; we’re happy to point out warm-ups, classics and the best evening sun traps.
Climbing is entirely at your own risk. Permit holders must not share the gate code. Personal accident insurance is mandatory.
Become a Member in 3 Simple Steps
1. Choose Your Annual Subscription
Click “Subscribe Now” and complete checkout. Membership runs for 12 months.
2. Get Your Gate Code & Booking Link
You’ll receive an email with your personal gate code and private booking link.
3. Book Your Climb & Start Scaling!
Reserve sessions anytime we’re open—membership guarantees access.
Student Discount
Email a photo of your student ID to info@barntonbunker.com for a discount code.
- 1. Access & Permits
- Valid permit required (£25 / £20 student).
- Gate code issued to permit holders.
- Fri 16:00–Sun 21:00 only (closed Mon-Thu).
- No sharing of gate code—membership revoked if breached.
- Carry photo ID and proof of permit.
- 2. Group Bookings
- Up to 10 guests per visit (£5 each, pay on arrival).
- Member responsible for guests’ behaviour, safety & fees.
- 3. Safety & Supervision
- Use safe, well-maintained equipment.
- Inexperienced climbers must be supervised.
- Anchors/bolts/trees at your own risk—inspect first.
- 4. Environmental Stewardship
- Follow Leave-No-Trace.
- Minimise chalk and clean holds.
- Respect wildlife & temporary closures.
- 5. Conduct & Etiquette
- Be courteous; keep noise low.
- No alcohol or illegal substances.
- 6. Liability & Insurance
- Personal accident insurance mandatory.
- Climbing at your own risk; Bunker not liable.
- 7. Emergency Procedures
- Report injuries immediately; first-aid kit on-site.
- Call emergency services & alert staff.
- Report all accidents & near-misses.
- 8. Travel & Parking
- Reach us via Lothian Buses.
- Free parking at lane end, short walk to gate.
