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)!
Rockfax Description
A steep wall passing the overlap early on, with a sneaky finger jug at mid-height. Good moves. © Rockfax
FA. Gary Gibson c 2000.
User | Date | Notes | ||
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roger whetton | 30 Jun, 2004 |
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βeta: Has cleaned up and got much easier - no need for any 'sneaky finger jugs' anymore. | βeta? | |
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βeta: Has cleaned up and got much easier - no need for any 'sneaky finger jugs' anymore. |
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Grade: 6a ***
(Harpur Hill Quarry)