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)!
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A hard start leads past a break to a ledge. Poor. © Rockfax
FA. Gary Gibson 1990s 1995.
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βeta: Came in from the right. Too hard direct but not a bad little route. | βeta? | |
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Grade: 6a ***
(Harpur Hill Quarry)