Restricted Access
Calderdale Council own and manage Heptonstall Quarry and are very happy to allow access for climbing providing that only belay stakes are used as anchors above the crag (not fence posts).
It's also worth highlighting that as with any piece of in situ equipment, all belay stakes should be checked before use to ensure they are solid. If you are concerned about the condition of any of the stakes pease contact [email protected] with full details.
Seasonal Restrictions
Reason: Nesting Birds
7 May 2024: two jackdaw nests reported in Forked Lightning Crack, please avoid this and nearby routes.
Rockfax Description
24m. Start up Fairy Steps Direct but move onto the left wall and climb a flake-crack until a mantel reaches the finale of Fairy Steps. © Rockfax
UKC Logbook Description
NB. Rockfax description & topo is slightly wrong - it misses out the memorable little groove at the very top which is shown in the YMC & Wired guides.
Feedback
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| Bulls Crack | 30 Jul, 2024 |
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βeta: Sounds more like FSD? | βeta? | |
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βeta: Sounds more like FSD? |
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| Dave Foster | 7 Dec, 2006 |
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βeta: Good long romp up the corner (jamming easier) nice airy step left and good mantel up to the belay ledge. Feels quite exposed. Really enjoyed it. | βeta? | |
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βeta: Good long romp up the corner (jamming easier) nice airy step left and good mantel up to the belay ledge. Feels quite exposed. Really enjoyed it. |
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Joanna
Grade: VS 5a ***
(Baildon Bank)