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Night firing normally occurs on Tues & Thurs but can alternate to Mon & Wed.

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 1 March to 1 August

Reason: Nesting Birds

The restriction applies to all of the East Blowhole. (Routes; 'The Crystal Ozone', to 'Chiaroscuro' ). The West, South and East Faces are not affected by this restriction.

The route "White Knight" on the Landward face is restricted due to nesting Choughs.

 

 

15m.

Rockfax Description
The open groove leads to an overhang, move right to outflank this then continue with a sense of urgency! © Rockfax

FA. R.Crockett (solo) 09/May/1980.

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myrddinmuse 7 May, 2019 Show βeta
βeta: Either inaccurately described, a sandbag, or some holds have met their demise.
βeta?
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βeta: Either inaccurately described, a sandbag, or some holds have met their demise.

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Grade: HVS 5a ***
(Mount Sion East)

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