Climbing centre Clip ‘n Climb creates 25 jobs with new Blackpool site

Indoor climbing centre Clip ’n Climb has opened its doors in Blackpool, creating dozens of jobs.

The family-friendly facility was set up with £260k funding from HSBC, which went towards the £400k building works needed to transform the site.

Clip ’n Climb, located in Whitehills, has created over 25 new jobs since its launch, with roles filled including managers, supervisors, climbing assistants and café workers.

The company is part of Supreme Sub Limited and run by Ben and Anne Wade, Daniel Whiston and Karen Barber.

Ben Wade said: “The Clip ’n Climb proposition is unique in this area; it gives families and corporate groups an opportunity to get active and try something which is still a relatively new concept in the UK.

“The support we have received from HSBC has enabled us to fulfil the vision we have for the business quickly and efficiently.”

He added: “The funding came through before the building works commenced in January so the project was able to progress seamlessly, on time and to budget.”

Clip ’n Climb is now expecting to turn over more than £415k in its first year.

HSBC’s area director for Lancashire, Brian Heyes, commented: “Clip ’n Climb is a forward-thinking, dynamic business with a strong vision for growth and we are pleased to be able to aid its long-term recruitment and development plans with our funding package.

“Our continued support demonstrates our appetite to see local businesses in Lancashire and beyond prosper.”