Update: June 2023 - there is a Rock Pipit nesting at the base of the crack on 'Vice is Nice'. Please take care in this area to minimise disturbance - you can climb the route but avoid placing protection or jamming in this part of the crack. The nest is obvious and can be avoided with a bit of care. The restriction on the D-Day area has been lifted for the 2023 season as of 3rd July.
Beware of unstable rock in the following sections:
Below Munchies - rock fall from about 2014
John Wayne/Charisma - Loose rock in first 6m
Test Case - the base of the right side of the big flake has fallen off but following the left side of flake is fine
D-Day - large loose blocks directly above the mid height Belay
April 2021 - Space Cadet - be aware that some blocks have fallen out of the steep section above the ledge. - it's been climbed since at the same grade but might have wobbly holds!
Dates: 1 March to 1 August
Reason: Nesting Birds
Choughs nesting on St Govan's Head and a seasonal restriction (1st March - 1st Aug.) now applies for the routes "Draught Dodger" to" D-Day" inclusive. Climbers can still walk below these routes to access routes beyond the restricted area but please do not linger below this section. (See signs at abseil points) RESTRICTION LIFTED JULY 3rd 2023
Further right, the St. Govan's Head seasonal sea-bird climbing restriction (1st Mar - 1st Aug) continues to apply between Safety in Numbers and Aquarius/Zodiac .
Rockfax Description
A seldom-climbed route up the wall right of the pedestal on Test Case. Climb the lower wall to the ledge. Step left then make steep moves back right to gain a flake. Continue above until it is possible to step right for a rest. Climb the wall above and move right around a roof. The crack above leads to the top. © Rockfax
FA. R.Harrison, D.Carter, S.Findlay 23/May/1981.
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Grade: E4 6b ***
(Huntsman's Leap)