Restricted Access
The whole Eglwyseg escarpment is both a Site Of Special Scientific Interest. This means that any deliberate or reckless damage or disturbance to the features of the site (inc. to nesting birds, vegetation clearance or drilling) could be regarded as a criminal act.
Seasonal Restrictions
Dates: 15 February to 15 July
Reason: Nesting Birds
Restrictions normally apply from the route "Black & Blue" to the far south side of the crag ("Freshly Dug") inclusive - all routes between and including these routes are usually restricted from Feb 15th until July 15th. Look out for marker posts on the cliff base to confirm the restrictions. All routes on the right hand side of Nemesis wall sector and all of Dawn Buttress sector are affected by this restriction.
Rockfax Description
A poor route taking in some nasty ground.1) 5b, 24m. Move right to the large groove. Climb up to its top (peg) and pull over the overhang to a belay2) 5c, 12m. Move right and up until below a bulging wall, then left on to the blank wall and a good hold. Finish up the crack. © Rockfax
FA. Stuart Cathcart, J.Dee 8.10.80 08/Oct/1980.
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Sir Cathcart D'Eath
Grade: E3 6a ***
(Monk's Buttress)