The climbing community comes together here
Whether you boulder indoors, climb outdoors, or you're just getting started, this section of OutdoorXpo is built for you. Try gear, watch athletes, pick up skills, and connect with the community.
British Rock ClimberLeo Houlding
If modern British adventure has a face, it looks a lot like Leo Houlding. One of Britain's top climbers and among the best in the world, he's a veteran of a score of epic ascents including Everest, and specialises in free climbing the most technical peaks and biggest walls on the planet.
An experienced BASE jumper, Leo is at the forefront of para-alpinism — climbing up, then flying down. He pushes the limits of exploratory adventure by taking the most extreme sports into the most extreme environments on Earth.
- Based
- Lake District, UK
- Known for
- Free climbing the world's biggest walls, Everest, para-alpinism
- On screen
- BBC Top Gear, Virgin One's "Take Me To The Edge", IMAX's "The Wildest Dream" (2010)
Ready for OutdoorXpo 2027?
Secure your place at the NEC, 20–21 March 2027.
Talks, workshops & live Q&As
StageInspiration Stage
Celebrity speakers and adventurers tell their stories. Your chance to be inspired and motivated.
SafetyMountain Safety and First Aid Hub
Mountain Rescue England and Wales (MREW) present two sessions in the Mountain Rescue Hub.
ActivityThe Climbing Wall
Join an exciting session of bouldering games. Test your skills, challenge your friends, and learn from the best.
Climbing exhibitors
Every route in, covered
Connect with the climbing community through a packed programme of talks, workshops and live Q&As featuring professional climbers, mountaineers and outdoor experts.
From indoor bouldering to alpine adventure, discover training tips, climbing techniques, expedition stories, and the latest innovations in gear, apparel and equipment designed to help you reach new heights.
Supported by
The biggest community meet up of the year
Celebrating the enjoyment of the outdoors, all under one roof, 20–21 March 2027 at NEC Birmingham.