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The rock varies in character from typically quarried on the lower tier through to more abrasive rock on the upper tier where blasting has uncovered large tracts of calcite-encrusted rock which almost feels like natural limestone. As with most quarries, extra vigilance needs to be exercised by both climber and belayer here given the blasting activity which has created potential for loose rock.

Don't swim in the bright blue toxic pool (as if you needed telling)!

24m.

Rockfax Description
A poor start over blocks, and up a groove, leads to better climbing on the wall above the ledges. © Rockfax

FA. Gary Gibson 1998.

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Gary Gibson 3 Aug, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: First ascent GaryGibson with Hazel
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Gary Gibson 25 Jul, 2023 Show βeta
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Christheclimber 5 Jun, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: A very good route on good rock worth a couple of stars. Needs upgrading to 6a+ as in GGs Harpur Hill guidebook.
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βeta: A very good route on good rock worth a couple of stars. Needs upgrading to 6a+ as in GGs Harpur Hill guidebook.
Gary Gibson 25 May, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: Belay improved with stainless steel maillons and rings
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βeta: Belay improved with stainless steel maillons and rings
goshawk 18 Sep, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: I thought this a good route on excellent rock.
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βeta: I thought this a good route on excellent rock.

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High 6a+
Mid 6a+
Low 6a+
High 6a
Mid 6a
Low 6a
High 5c
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Style of Ascent
Lead
Followed
Toproped
Not Set
Onsighted
Flashed (β)
Repeated
Dogged
Not Set
Route of Interest
Coral Seas

Grade: 6a ***
(Harpur Hill Quarry)

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