Restricted Access
Due to the tilted nature of the huge rock platform at the base of the cliff, retreat from routes on the SW and S faces is only possible for 2 - 3 hours before or after low tide. Night firing normally occurs on Tues & Thurs but can alternate to Mon & Wed. A large rock fall has affected some routes left of Surprise Attack.
2018 - another large rockfall has removed parts of routes in the 'Seafarers' area on the west side of the point.
Seasonal Restrictions
Dates: 1 March to 1 August
Reason: Nesting Birds
Seaonal Restriction due to chough nesting: 'Nightmare on Lily Street' to 'Brain Drain' inclusive. This includes the Route 'Daydreams'.
Rockfax Description
A variation pitch based on the big rounded arete right of Surprise Attack. Start as for Nearly a Whisper to the belay.
2) 6a, 32m. Climb straight up to a good hold below the right-hand side of the roof. Swing boldly up rightwards through the bulges into a fine hanging groove. Climb the groove and rejoin Nearly a Whisper to finish. © Rockfax
FA. G.Gibson 03/Jul/1985.
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The Vampire
Grade: E5 6b ***
(Battleship Buttress)