Owned and managed by the BMC for climbers, there are very few issues at Bwlch y Moch. However climbers are asked to observe a few points. On no account should the fence at the top of the crag be crossed - all of the land at the crag top is privately owned, including the cliff top path and an agreement is in place with the neighbouring farmer for a permissve path along the cliff top. There is no descent either behind the crag or to the east. If choosing to abseil ensure that a sling is placed around the tree to prevent damage and that you do not cause inconvenience or a hazard to other climbers -"look before you chuck" is the motto here! None of the abseil slings or fixed belays are maintained or inspected by the BMC -so please ensure that you are satisifed with their safety and suitability before using! Camping is not allowed at the crag and there are no toilets at the site, closest public toilets are in Porthmadog itself.
Warning
Loose Block on Momentum - Reports of a large loose block on Momentum the route that has now replaced Shadrach.
Dates: 1 April to 31 May
Reason: Nesting Birds
Tawny Owls frequently nest in the hollow tree on the route Axeover. Please avoid this routes and the slab and also please do not use the abseil descent down this slab until the end of May- for your well-being as much as for the owls. They can be very aggressive!
Rockfax Description
The initial pitch has gone along with Meshach chimney. © Rockfax
UKC Logbook Description
As for "The Brothers" pitch 2a.
70 feet 5b. From the belay above pitch 1 of the brothers, move right of the overhang to the foot of a crack system and climb this to an obvious undercut at an overlap.
A long reach gains rounded holds and easier ground.
The line shown as Brothers Direct number 76 in the new (2010) guide is actually Oblatron E3 and is considerably harder and poorly protected
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Grade: E1 5b ***
(Dinas Mot)