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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
Connect good holds on the left to the break. Starting down and left and avoiding the good start hold is f6C. © Rockfax

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Solomon Willington 21 Sep, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: Did the sit start without big jug, about 6c. Not on ukc
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βeta: Did the sit start without big jug, about 6c. Not on ukc

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High f6B+
Mid f6B+
Low f6B+
High f6B
Mid f6B
Low f6B
High f6A+
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Low f6A+
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Style of Ascent
Bouldered
Soloed
Not Set
Redpoint
Onsighted
Repeated
Flashed (β)
DNF
Not Set
Route of Interest
Spine Left-hand

Grade: f6B ***
(Robin Hood's Stride)

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