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Restricted Access

The Hepple Whitfield Estate is in the proccess of rewilding the former grouse moors. Whilst the shooting has stopped some restrictions are in place and there may be closures for up to 28 days under the CRoW act.

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 1 March to 31 July

Reason: Nesting Birds

The restriction applies to Key Heugh and Sandy Crag to prevent disturbance to nesting raptors. 
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22m.

Rockfax Description
22m. The central fissure is a bit of a 'climb-me' line, though the current state of the raven's nest means it is best avoided in the spring. Easy climbing leads to the narrows where the expected tussle ensues to reach the big break. Accessing the hanging bell-shaped crack is the final obstacle, awkward and scary moves finally reach easier ground. © Rockfax

FA. Probably College Club members 1950s 1955.

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Northern Rock Cover
Northern Rock (2022)
Wired Guides
By YMC, NMC, Red Rose Rock, CMC
Northern England Cover
Northern England (2008)
Rockfax
By Chris Craggs
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Overhanging crack
Baluster Crack

Grade: HVS 5b ***
(Ravensheugh Crag)

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