The scene of the Kinder trespass in 1932 has no access problems these days. Climbers and walkers should keep dogs under control at all times to avoid disturbing moorland birds and grazing sheep. There is occasional grouse shooting on the moors above Edale and access is not permitted during these periods.
Dates: 15 March to 30 June
Reason: Nesting Birds
A restriction is in place on Big Brother buttress and Little Brother buttress. Please avoid all routes in this section to prevent disturbance to nesting birds.
A restriction also applies to all routes in the Ampitheatre Area of Kinder Downfall (ie from The Owl Of Minerva to The Downfall Climb) to prevent disturbance to nesting birds.
Rockfax Description
Start just left of the roof and climb a bold runnel to the break. Then tackle the wall on big pockets to another break (good gear at last - large cams) and then the final technical tier on smaller pockets. The crusty rock adds a touch of spice. © Rockfax
FA. Dave Turnbull 1990s.
Moorland Grit - The Essential Selection (Over The Moors)
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ali k | 19 Jun, 2006 |
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βeta: agreed. hard, unprotected moves to first ledge above a NASTY! landing. then a big high step (dodgy cam in pocket by your waist) to reach next ledge. finally good gear (big friends) and more 5c/6a moves pulling on small pockets to reach top. soft/gritty surface throughout adds extra spice!! | βeta? | |
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βeta: agreed. hard, unprotected moves to first ledge above a NASTY! landing. then a big high step (dodgy cam in pocket by your waist) to reach next ledge. finally good gear (big friends) and more 5c/6a moves pulling on small pockets to reach top. soft/gritty surface throughout adds extra spice!! |
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simon cox | 6 Sep, 2004 |
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βeta: Hard unprotected moves to first ledge, not inspiring gear to protect the moves to the second break (move above first ledge is height dependent). Hard but well protected finish E5 6a? | βeta? | |
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βeta: Hard unprotected moves to first ledge, not inspiring gear to protect the moves to the second break (move above first ledge is height dependent). Hard but well protected finish E5 6a? |
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Grade: E5 6b ***
(Black Rocks)