There are old signs on the approach paths indicating that climbing is not allowed. However the crag is on CRoW designated land and as such climbing is a legally permitted activity. However, climbers must not climb on, or belay from, the walls of the ruined chapel - this is a Grade I listed building and Scheduled Ancient Monument, and any damage to it would be a criminal offence. Roche Rock is a SSSI for its unique geology and so damage to or removal of rock is not permitted - no fixed gear should be placed here.
Rockfax Description
An eliminate with good moves that climbs the two overlaps to the right of Porky, without recourse to using either runners or holds on either side. © Rockfax
UKC Logbook Description
A good line, breaching the two overlaps to the right of Porky, without using flakes and cracks just right. Runners in these or Porky reduce the grade to HVS/E1.
Barnaby Carver, W. A. (Toni) Carver 05/Jun/1999.
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Grade: E2 5c ***
(Carn Gowla)