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24m, 3 pitches.

Rockfax Description
24m. An excellent mini-expedition. Stances can be taken along the way. Climb Chiseller to its top then move round the arete and climb a groove. Cross the flake to a small ledge and then finish up the crucial crack above. © Rockfax

UKC Logbook Description
Deservedly regarded as one of the finest climbs in Yorkshire, even with the hype it is unlikely to disappoint. The route allows mortals to unlock the secrets of The Cow, leading the climber outwards and upwards across the famous old face to joyously celebrate among the ancient carvings of the summit.

Ticklists

Connoisseur's Classic Rock , Steve Ashton's 100 Classic Gritstone Climbs , The 3 star way to yorkshire gritstone's heaven , The All New 3 Star Way to Yorkshire Gritstone Heaven.

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colin milton 23 Jun, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: Nice hand traverse and positions but not that good and the rubbish chute is rubbish
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βeta: Nice hand traverse and positions but not that good and the rubbish chute is rubbish

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Route of Interest
The Flake Climb

Grade: S 4a ***
(Ilkley (Rocky Valley))

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