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NEWS: Peregrines Nesting in Avon Gorge

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 UKC News 13 May 2013
Peregrine Falcons. Many cliffs are restricted for part of the year due to nesting birds., 5 kbThis year, two pairs of Peregrine Falcons have begun nesting within the Avon Gorge, Bristol, which is home to many classic routes that feature in Extreme, Hard and Classic Rock.

UKC user Colin Knowles has recently reported that two pairs of peregrine falcons have been confirmed nesting in the Avon Gorge adding "It is an incredibly rare event for peregrines to nest so close together."

Read more at http://www.ukclimbing.com/news/item.php?id=68047

 Ant Mace 14 May 2013
In reply to UKC News:

Is it still ok to climb on the morning slab/evening wall section at main cliff?
 Nick Russell 15 May 2013
In reply to Ant Mace:

Yes, as long as you're not doing Pink Wall Traverse. There are signs up at the bottom of Main Wall explaining exactly where the banned area is.

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