12m.

Rockfax Description
Climb the hard slippery groove into the base of the chimney of The Funnel. Bridge up until it is possible to swing onto the left arete, which is then followed in a fine position. © Rockfax

FA. Eric Byne 1956.

Ticklists

Froggatt to Black Rocks (BMC) - The Grade List , Eastern Peak Grit 100 VD- VS , All trad climbs at Birchen Edge , Birchen Edge 1981 guide routes

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Conor1 24 Aug, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: Not much gear on the upper slab, except a good 0.5 camalot on the arete.
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βeta: Not much gear on the upper slab, except a good 0.5 camalot on the arete.
Gripped 1 Jul, 2004 Show βeta
βeta: Enjoyable moves on an airy arete. A thought provoking solo.
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βeta: Enjoyable moves on an airy arete. A thought provoking solo.
Nick Smith - Climbers 19 Jul, 2003 Show βeta
βeta: Felt hard for the grade - not much easier than The Crow's Nest!
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βeta: Felt hard for the grade - not much easier than The Crow's Nest!

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Grade: S 4a ***
(Shining Clough)

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