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Surrounded by fantastic beaches the popular climbing area of Baggy point features excellent slab climbing on metamorphosed sandstone. With grades ranging from Mod to E7 with several routes graded XS. Have a look at the climbing on Cheesegrater Cliff and Concrete wall for something much more adventurous. 

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 15 March to 30 June

Reason: Nesting Birds

Following a review of climbing restrictions at Baggy Point, the historical restriction on the Long Rock was lifted in 2013. This means that both the Long Rock and the Promontory are unrestricted, but the remaining climbing areas from Scrattling Zawn to Concrete Wall inclusive and Central Walls to Slab Cove inclusive are still restricted for the duration of the nesting season.

There is still a slightly confusing white marker at the top of the descent to the Long Rock, however the restriction definitely no longer applies to this part of the headland. The National Trust are aware of this and will move the marker at some point in the future, but given a busy summer work schedule this may not be for some time. In the meantime, please feel free to access this part of the crag. Many thanks to the National Trust for their help with this.

68m, 3 pitches.

Rockfax Description
The first pitch of Kinkyboots provides an excellent alternative to the first pitch of Midnight Cowboy, should the tide be in.
1) 4c, 20m. Kinkyboots pitch 1.
2) 5b, 20m. Midnight Cowboy pitch 2.
3) 4b, 28m. Midnight Cowboy pitch 3. © Rockfax

UKC Logbook Description
A high tide possibility of two great bits of Baggy - the 'fall' of Kinkyboots (pitch 1) and the traverse of Midnight Cowboy (its pitch 2 & 3).

Ticklists

33 By 33 , Classic Rock Climbs in Southern England by Bill Birkett , Dan’s Delights

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Double Diamond

Grade: HVS 5b ***
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