Creative Scotland Crowdmatch has provided £2,003 of match funding
Empowering Women in Climbing with Allta Film
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Aim
Allta is all about addressing outdoor climbing's access issues, told through a group of diverse women developing new routes in the highlands
Allta (Wild in Gaelic) is a film about rewriting who gets to develop outdoor climbing and thus shape the progression of climbing. Women from diverse climbing backgrounds come together in the Scottish Highlands to develop new boulders, forming an intimate space where open, honest, and difficult conversations emerge about how outdoor climbing culture must evolve to become more welcoming and accessible. From these conversations, the group hosts a community open day that invites local women to experience Scottish climbing and route development firsthand.
Our vision is to create a film that demystifies route development and proves that the future of climbing can be more inclusive.
At its core, this film is about representation, access, and possibility—showing that climbing belongs to everyone, regardless of gender, background, or resources, and that the future of our sport is built by those bold enough to claim it.
All donations under £250 will be matched by Creative Scotland, so EVERY DONATION HELPS!
Donation Rewards:
£5: Your name listed on a dedicated supporters wall page on your website.
£50: Ask Me Anything — 1 Question: Donors submit one question about anything from my craft, business, process, or journey. I will answer it in a dedicated video or voice note just for you,
£100: We create a story together, you send your clip, I'll edit and feature you on the allta Instagram. Posted to my socials and yours.
£250: Associate producer credit: Listed as Associate Producer across all content produced during the campaign period. Shoutout in end credits and Allta's IG bio
What support will help us pay for:
Lodging and Food
Providing camping equipment, food, and water for the crew while filming
(Total estimate: £2,000)
Travel & Access:
Filming and bolting in the Scottish Highlands means multiple trips to remote locations.
– Petrol and vehicle costs
– Access to rural areas
(Total estimate: £2,000)
Filmmaking Equipment & Production Costs
– Camera, lens, and audio equipment
– Batteries, memory cards, hard drives
– Equipment and public liability insurance
(Total estimate: £1,100)
People & Creative Labour
Independent films often rely on unpaid work. This project aims to do better.
– Paying collaborators for filming, sound, and support
– Compensating contributors for their time and expertise
(Total estimate: £9,000)
Post-Production & Distribution
– Editing, sound design, and colour grading
– Subtitles and accessibility
– Festival submissions and community screenings
(Total estimate: £4,500)
Why This Matters:
Backing this film means supporting:
Women-led route development, Ethical, independent filmmaking, Fair pay for creative work, and the long-term growth of climbing culture
Every contribution—large or small—helps build something that will last, both on the rock and on screen.
Find more info on our website https://www.allta.life/
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 17th June 2026 at 3:56pm