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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)!

20m.

Rockfax Description
Climb to a small roof, pull over and balance up the wall. © Rockfax

FA. Bill Birch, Rick Hyde 1994.

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stp 21 Aug, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: Large loose block slightly to the L of the climbing on the upper wall. Tried to remove but might need a crowbar.
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βeta: Large loose block slightly to the L of the climbing on the upper wall. Tried to remove but might need a crowbar.
goi.ashmore 20 Apr, 2007 Show βeta
βeta: Feels a bit harder if you miss the small hold above the jugs after the overlap, but a nice route nonetheless
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βeta: Feels a bit harder if you miss the small hold above the jugs after the overlap, but a nice route nonetheless

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Style of Ascent
Lead
Followed
Toproped
Not Set
Onsighted
Dogged
Redpoint
Flashed (β)
Ground Up
DNF
Repeated
Not Set
Route of Interest
Apollo Creed

Grade: 6b ***
(Harpur Hill Quarry)

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