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Restricted Access

Calderdale Council own and manage Heptonstall Quarry and are very happy to allow access for climbing providing that only belay stakes are used as anchors above the crag (not fence posts). 

It's also worth highlighting that as with any piece of in situ equipment, all belay stakes should be checked before use to ensure they are solid. If you are concerned about the condition of any of the stakes pease contact access@thebmc.co.uk with full details.

Seasonal Restrictions

Reason: Nesting Birds

7 May 2024: two jackdaw nests reported in Forked Lightning Crack, please avoid this and nearby routes.

30m.

Rockfax Description
30m. ... and a strange line too, though it manages to reach parts of the crag that are rarely travelled. Start up Fairy Steps but follow the main corner up to the big roof. Traverse the break rightwards, past Forked Lightning, to finish steeply up the next roof-crack. © Rockfax

FA. Barry Rawlinson 1972.

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Route of Interest
Forked Lightning Crack

Grade: E2 5c ***
(Heptonstall Quarry)

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