USER ATTENTION
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:
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
Rockfax Description
Another great route at a (slightly) more amenable grade. The next long crack-line gives excellent climbing with sustained and well-protected moves and a more difficult (or at least more pumpy) section to reach the top. © Rockfax
FA. Les Ainsworth 1966.
Lancashire's Finest , ROCKFAX Western Grit Grade List , Classic Wilton Workout , Wilton wanderers , McCoys Homestyle trad
User | Date | Notes | ||
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Si Witcher | 14 Jun, 2023 |
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βeta: The start to gain the base of the groove has a bit of soft rock and fragile flakes so the gear seems a bit suspect. I wouldn't describe that section as well-protected. Once the groove proper is reached then the rock and gear is great. | ||
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βeta: The start to gain the base of the groove has a bit of soft rock and fragile flakes so the gear seems a bit suspect. I wouldn't describe that section as well-protected. Once the groove proper is reached then the rock and gear is great. |
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Grade: E2 5c ***
(Wimberry Rocks)