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Advisory notice: Crows (most probably jackdaws) are reported to be nesting in the Graveyard area. Staying off routes/problems in this area will avoid possible disturbance.

 

Now owned by the BMC, this disused quarry has been dedicated as Open Access Land under the CRoW Act. A few things to consider when climbing at this crag:

  • Whilst generally good quality gritstone, there is potential for loose rock given the site is a former quarry, where blasting techniques were used to remove rock and ongoing weathering could also loosen rock over time (as with any other crag).
  • Consider wearing a helmet when climbing in the quarry.
  • Some routes in the quarry feature fixed equipment such as pegs, stuck trad gear, belay stakes and even a few bolts. Fixed equipment should always be treated with caution and it is up to each climber to make a judgement call whether they think it is reliable. Consider backing up fixed equipment with your own gear wherever possible.

If you're able to lend a hand on the cleanup sessions, someone on the 'Lancashire Rock Revival' group will point you in the right direction: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1566324270279682

14m.

Rockfax Description
An intimidating pitch, strenuous then delicate and always bold. Climb cracks to the hanging blocks, pull into the groove on the left then balance up the scooped slab. The direct finish up the groove is harder and safer but less good. © Rockfax

FA. Hank Pasquill 1968 and 70.

Ticklists

Wilton wanderers , Definitive *** Lancs Grit

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hamer89 2 Jul, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: Completely clean, mega route. Get on it
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βeta: Completely clean, mega route. Get on it
John Stringfellow 27 Jul, 2021 Show βeta
βeta: Route cleaned on 25/7/21.
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βeta: Route cleaned on 25/7/21.

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Calamity Crack

Grade: E4 6a ***
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