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The rock varies in character from typically quarried on the lower tier through to more abrasive rock on the upper tier where blasting has uncovered large tracts of calcite-encrusted rock which almost feels like natural limestone. As with most quarries, extra vigilance needs to be exercised by both climber and belayer here given the blasting activity which has created potential for loose rock.

Don't swim in the bright blue toxic pool (as if you needed telling)!

Rockfax Description
A good route taking the best rock here via a nice juggy crack. © Rockfax

FA. Unknown.

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Peak limestone north graded list - sport , Peak sport for mortals

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Ian Carr 10 Oct, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: Defo 6a if keeping to the line at the top
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βeta: Defo 6a if keeping to the line at the top
Gary Gibson 4 Jul, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: This tge best 5plus on tge crag, much better than Corel seas which has been trashed by giving it too much kudos in the Rockfax guide by saying top50
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βeta: This tge best 5plus on tge crag, much better than Corel seas which has been trashed by giving it too much kudos in the Rockfax guide by saying top50
Gary Gibson 27 Jun, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: First ascent GaryGibson any Birtwistle Keith Lonsdale
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LakesWinter 25 Jun, 2022 Show βeta
βeta: Definitely not 6a but a very good 5+
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βeta: Definitely not 6a but a very good 5+
Michael Simpson 21 Jul, 2021 Show βeta
βeta: Probably the best 5+ in the Peak District
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βeta: Probably the best 5+ in the Peak District
Ridings91 9 Aug, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: Enjoyable route, with an obvious crux higher up, would be better graded a 6a
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βeta: Enjoyable route, with an obvious crux higher up, would be better graded a 6a

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Style of Ascent
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Alt Leads
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