Restricted Access

The Hepple Whitfield Estate is in the proccess of rewilding the former grouse moors. Whilst the shooting has stopped some restrictions are in place and there may be closures for up to 28 days under the CRoW act.

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 1 March to 31 July

Reason: Nesting Birds

The restriction applies to Key Heugh and Sandy Crag to prevent disturbance to nesting raptors. 
16m.

Rockfax Description
16m. Layback round the head-shaped flake, and its smaller continuation, until it is possible to move left into the grassy groove. Finish easily up this. © Rockfax

FA. Probably College Club members 1950s 1955.

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Grade: VS 4c ***
(Ravensheugh Crag)

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