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:
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.
Rockfax Description
The centre of the steep wall to the right. A high side-runner protects the tough lower section but not the easier finish. © Rockfax
FA. John Allen 1985.
Before I die , John Allen (gritstone) megamix
User | Date | Notes | ||
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north country boy | 31 May, 2005 |
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βeta: Awesome route if not just an extended boulder problem! Reachy start leads to good crimps then a blast up the top wall on really positive crimps, great line though and decent finger strength. Soft touch... | βeta? | |
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βeta: Awesome route if not just an extended boulder problem! Reachy start leads to good crimps then a blast up the top wall on really positive crimps, great line though and decent finger strength. Soft touch... |
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Grade: E5 6c ***
(Higgar Tor)