Calderdale Council own and manage Heptonstall Quarry and are very happy to allow access for climbing providing that only belay stakes are used as anchors above the crag (not fence posts).
It's also worth highlighting that as with any piece of in situ equipment, all belay stakes should be checked before use to ensure they are solid. If you are concerned about the condition of any of the stakes pease contact access@thebmc.co.uk with full details.
Reason: Nesting Birds
7 May 2024: two jackdaw nests reported in Forked Lightning Crack, please avoid this and nearby routes.
Rockfax Description
16m. The pumpy crack in the right-facing side wall. © Rockfax
UKC Logbook Description
Some loose rock in the new hole right at the top of the wall following some rockfall in June 2023
User | Date | Notes | ||
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Dave Foster | 7 Dec, 2006 |
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βeta: Tough (5a?) start to get established in crack, then wrist searing jams to the top. Whilst you're at it, have a go at Mainline VS 4c on the slab to the right, another good route worthy of a bit more traffic. | βeta? | |
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βeta: Tough (5a?) start to get established in crack, then wrist searing jams to the top. Whilst you're at it, have a go at Mainline VS 4c on the slab to the right, another good route worthy of a bit more traffic. |
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Grade: VS 4b ***
(Baildon Bank)