Restricted Access
UPDATE AUG25:
After constructive engagement with Forestry England and the BMC the open access closure has now been removed from the southern end ONLY of the Symonds Yat cliffs. This includes Far South Buttress, New Orleans Buttress and The Final Zone.
Access is contingent on strictly observing the closed section from Introductory Rocks to Bowlers Hole inclusive. There are unstable sections of the cliff and contractors will need to access these sectors at any time until Spring 2026.
Please observe and respect signage which demarks the closed areas, and do not climb nor take access on foot beyond the signs.
Rockfax Description
A worthy VS partner to its near neighbour that follows the offset grooves on the rib. Begin at the base of the groove and follow it until an insecure move left gains the upper groove which leads to a ledge and tree. Finish up a crack above the ledge. © Rockfax
Nottingham CC 1971.
Ticklists
Best of Symonds Yat! , Wye's it a trad classic (up to HVS)? , CC Wye Valley and Forest of Dean trad stars, blue list (VS and HVS) , Top 25 UKC South West VS/HVS , Consolidating Hard Severe
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The Angel's Girdle
Grade: VS 5a ***
(Wintour's Leap)