Crag features

A quarry which has seen occasional toproping, abseiling and bouldering over the years. It was extensively bolted in the 90s and featured in the 1998 Cheshire & Merseyside guide. The climbing is very similar to Pex Hill - though the rock's holding power is not as good being more like Frogsmouth. Belays (trees, stakes, bolts) are available at the top of the main wall. The aviary that gave rise to the bird route names (see photos) was sadly burnt down in the 60s.

The walls can often remain damp after rain but it is a very pleasant summer venue, receiving the sun in the late afternoon. Over the last few years the quarry became neglected and overgrown but in 2022 a major clean up exposed walls not seen for 30 years. The routes are being rescued from oblivion, and bouldering is being developed on the Side Wall on the L - this is still a bit grubby and the finishes are unappealing so best to touch top or obvious holds near top and drop off onto mat. The authorisation of access is not too clear and therefore a low profile is advised - though the rangers are understood to be OK with climbing. The quarry is sometimes used by organised groups for archery and abseiling so best to visit in the evening/at weekends.



Link to topo (Not full topo):

http://www.bluedome.co.uk/Climbing/climavia.html