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Restricted Access

The woods are owned and managed for low volume timber extraction (mostly birch). The new owner (as of 2023) has no objection to climbing along the length of the edge. However, the following is expected of all visiting climbers:

  • Approach the crag via its left end using the path which runs between a wall on your left and a stream on your right.
  • Do not approach the main body of the crag directly from the footpath beneath.
  • No felling or cutting of trees without prior permission from the landowner via the BMC. Any approved work of this nature to be carried out by competent individuals only and subject to written risk assessment. 
  • The owner has no objection to the removal of holly, gorse, bramble and ivy. However, in all cases prior consent must still be sought.
  • Please leave no litter, and remove any you find.

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 1 March to 30 June

Reason: Nesting Birds

Tawny owls sometimes nest on the crag in the spring (previously on Kremlin Crack or Roof Route) - if present avoid the route(s) they are occupying until the nest is vacated.

Tawny owls have been known to viciously attack  people climbing near their nest, so please steer well clear of these routes until the chicks have fledged, both for the benefit of the birds and your own wellbeing.

9m.

Rockfax Description
Another chimney that isn't! A slightly awkward tussle early on and a stretch near the top (though there is plenty of gear available). A good one to learn on perhaps. © Rockfax

FA. Harry Scarlett late 1920s.

Ticklists

ROCKFAX Eastern Grit (2006): Top 500 , Steve Ashton's 100 Classic Gritstone Climbs , Northern Peak Grit 100 VD - VS , 2022 Rockfax Eastern Grit Graded List

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Queen of the Traverse 25 Jun, 2022 Show βeta
βeta: Needs thrutch if you're smaller - had to wedge myself up a good bit before I could reach the tree to protect the top. Also harder to keep feet on the outside and reach hands in if shorter.
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βeta: Needs thrutch if you're smaller - had to wedge myself up a good bit before I could reach the tree to protect the top. Also harder to keep feet on the outside and reach hands in if shorter.
Jonathan T 5 Sep, 2003 Show βeta
βeta: A very pleasant big boot experience.
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βeta: A very pleasant big boot experience.
Jamie B 5 May, 2003 Show βeta
βeta: Very easy and no thrutching should be required. Surely only Diff?
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βeta: Very easy and no thrutching should be required. Surely only Diff?

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