Restricted Access

The woods are owned and managed for low volume timber extraction (mostly birch). The new owner (as of 2023) has no objection to climbing along the length of the edge. However, the following is expected of all visiting climbers:

  • Approach the crag via its left end using the path which runs between a wall on your left and a stream on your right.
  • Do not approach the main body of the crag directly from the footpath beneath.
  • No felling or cutting of trees without prior permission from the landowner via the BMC. Any approved work of this nature to be carried out by competent individuals only and subject to written risk assessment. 
  • The owner has no objection to the removal of holly, gorse, bramble and ivy. However, in all cases prior consent must still be sought.
  • Please leave no litter, and remove any you find.

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 1 March to 30 June

Reason: Nesting Birds

Tawny owls sometimes nest on the crag in the spring (previously on Kremlin Crack or Roof Route) - if present avoid the route(s) they are occupying until the nest is vacated.

Tawny owls have been known to viciously attack  people climbing near their nest, so please steer well clear of these routes until the chicks have fledged, both for the benefit of the birds and your own wellbeing.

10m.

Rockfax Description
The chimney on the right of the hanging rib is an easier affair than its neighbour, though its still a struggle to get established. © Rockfax

FA. Harry Scarlett late 1920s.

Ticklists

Burbage, Millstone and Beyond Routes Graded List , ROCKFAX Eastern Grit (2006): Top 500 , Northern Peak Grit 100 VD - VS , To Goliath's Groove and beyond

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Whitt 23 Jul, 2005 Show βeta
βeta: Make sure u dont wear a big helmet it can get stuck! as what happened to me! fun tho....
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βeta: Make sure u dont wear a big helmet it can get stuck! as what happened to me! fun tho....
Dave Walker 2 Jan, 2005 Show βeta
βeta: Dirty & smelly thrutch into the chimney, becomes a breeze as a guano encrusted ledge is reached. A spotter for that vital r, foot toe hold is definately a must, as is abrolly to keep the sleet off!
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βeta: Dirty & smelly thrutch into the chimney, becomes a breeze as a guano encrusted ledge is reached. A spotter for that vital r, foot toe hold is definately a must, as is abrolly to keep the sleet off!
Gripped 31 Oct, 2004 Show βeta
βeta: A typically tricky grit exercise. Great fun!
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βeta: A typically tricky grit exercise. Great fun!

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Grade: VS 4c ***
(Higgar Tor)

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