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@AlexD I used hire shoes for my first 4 or 5 sessions until I was sure I was going to do it regularly. You get used to the hire shoes although they never become comfortable.
Then if you are sure you like it get a pair of your own. I'd go for new over 2nd hand.
I've got some of those boots from Decathlon, they're fine for a beginner. Climbing shoes are supposed to squash your toes together to force a stronger platform to balance on, and they're not supposed to be comfortable. But the hire shoes are all baggy and blown out at the sides, you'll have a better fit getting your own, and trying on a variety of different pairs before you buy.