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Access Banned

In June 2022 signage was installed by the landowner indicating that they do not wish crags on the west side of the dale (Griff's, Black & Deckout, etc.) to be climbed on.

Initially promising negotiations ultimately failed to reach a positive outcome. As such it remains the case that the owner does not grant access to west/lower Blackwell Dale. Any climber choosing to visit is therefore trespassing and should politely leave without complaint if asked to do so.

The signage appeared only after a big increase in visits, mostly to Griff's Buttress. Factors contributing to the situation included inconsiderate parking, large groups, damage to the fence/wall and the formation of an approach path which attracted non climbers to cross onto the land (presumably looking to walk down into Cheedale).

Rockfax Description
The traverse which can be done either way. © Rockfax

Jerry Moffatt.

Ticklists

Peak Bouldering - Limestone bold star sub 8 problems , Escaping Norfolk , 20 boulders For 2017 , Peak Lowballs For Snapped Ankles , Peak Problems for Short Ladies

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doman11hate 27 Jun, 2024 Show βeta
βeta: First V7, awesome moves. Did on first go that day, everything was perfect, when I done it I was thinking than I can do it again.
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βeta: First V7, awesome moves. Did on first go that day, everything was perfect, when I done it I was thinking than I can do it again.

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Egyptian Feet

Grade: f7A+ ***
(Stoney Middleton)

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