As part of the Conwy Mind 15-hour livestream, Vickie from Pigtown chats with Andy, founder of the Boathouse Climbing Centre in Llandudno—a space built not just for climbing, but for connection, resilience, and recovery.

In this open and inspiring conversation, Andy shares the vision behind creating a community-focused climbing centre, the uphill battle to bring it to life, and the personal challenges he faced along the way—including the mental health struggles of keeping a business and family afloat during the pandemic.

✨ What You’ll Discover

Why community spaces like Boathouse Climbing Centre matter

The resilience and persistence it took to build the centre from the ground up

Andy’s honest account of mental health challenges during COVID

The turning point in his recovery—and the power of support from good people

How climbing can be a mindful, grounding practice

Tips for beginners who want to get started with climbing

Whether you're into climbing, community building, or simply love a story of strength and hope, this conversation is a powerful reminder that you’re never alone on the wall—or in life.

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🌐 Boathouse Climbing Centre: https://boathouseclimbingcentre.co.uk/

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