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Restricted Access

Ownership of the combe is divided between Avon Wildlife Trust (who own the eastern section) and the charitable trust Groundworks South (who own the western section where the majority of the crags are located). The Landowner does not allow climbing on the crags. If climbers do decide to visit and are asked to leave by Groundworks staff, they should do so politely and as quickly as is safely possible.

Be aware that there are frequently loose blocks at the top of the smaller buttresses - a cautious approach is advised. As with any crag, climbing here is an activity with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions.  

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 15 February to 15 May

Reason: Nesting Birds

Ravens are nesting on Eagle Rock - the buttress should be avoided until the signs are removed.

Rockfax Description
The large left-facing corner is a lesson in traditional limestone climbing. From the right end of the huge flake take the wall to a horizontal break from where some hard moves past the bulges above and then right gain the base of the large corner. Climb the corner to the top - some large gear is useful here. © Rockfax

UKC Logbook Description
The bubbly wall and left facing corner at the left hand end of owl rock.
Step off a large flake on to the amazing crozzly wall and move up to a break. Pull rightwards over an overlap to gain the wide corner crack and follow it to the top and a tree belay. A peg on the left currently protect the widest section of the crack. You can also find a hidden big nut placement deep inside on the right of the crack.

Ticklists

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HarryJohnston 9 May, 2022 Show βeta
βeta: Birds are currently nesting in the top cracks, probably best to avoid at the moment.
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βeta: Birds are currently nesting in the top cracks, probably best to avoid at the moment.
strawberry girl 17 Oct, 2021 Show βeta
βeta: Looks like a hold has broken off by the overlap. Treat the remaining rock with some caution.
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βeta: Looks like a hold has broken off by the overlap. Treat the remaining rock with some caution.
knighty 6 Jun, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: No birds nesting in the crack.
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βeta: No birds nesting in the crack.

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Route of Interest
Giant's Cave Buttress

Grade: VS 4c ***
(Avon Gorge (Suspension Bridge Area))

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