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Advisory notice: Crows (most probably jackdaws) are reported to be nesting in the Graveyard area. Staying off routes/problems in this area will avoid possible disturbance.

 

Now owned by the BMC, this disused quarry has been dedicated as Open Access Land under the CRoW Act. A few things to consider when climbing at this crag:

  • Whilst generally good quality gritstone, there is potential for loose rock given the site is a former quarry, where blasting techniques were used to remove rock and ongoing weathering could also loosen rock over time (as with any other crag).
  • Consider wearing a helmet when climbing in the quarry.
  • Some routes in the quarry feature fixed equipment such as pegs, stuck trad gear, belay stakes and even a few bolts. Fixed equipment should always be treated with caution and it is up to each climber to make a judgement call whether they think it is reliable. Consider backing up fixed equipment with your own gear wherever possible.

If you're able to lend a hand on the cleanup sessions, someone on the 'Lancashire Rock Revival' group will point you in the right direction: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1566324270279682

26m.

Rockfax Description
Step right into the crack and climb it to the base of the groove (possible stance) then step out right and climb the rib and crack to the top. Currently quite clean without a turnip in sight! © Rockfax

FA. Ray Evans 1964.

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a pedley 23 May, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: Cleaned on abseil, removed a few loose bits and lots of grass and mud out if the placements The start is the hardest bit, if you push through that you will be rewarded with a decent route, top out could be worth hanging a rope over, but not to bad
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βeta: Cleaned on abseil, removed a few loose bits and lots of grass and mud out if the placements The start is the hardest bit, if you push through that you will be rewarded with a decent route, top out could be worth hanging a rope over, but not to bad

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Route of Interest
Central Crack

Grade: HVS 5a ***
(Wilton 3)

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