Both raven and peregrine have nested here in the past, but in recent years they have switched nest sites to Goat Scar on the opposite side if the valley where there are no climbs. There is no restriction on Buckbarrow, however if the birds do return in future a restriction may be needed.

Raven were reported as nesting on Sadgill Wall in 2019, but on a later site visit a nest couldn't be identified. Please report any sightings of nesting raven (or peregrine) to access@thebmc.co.uk. 

CRoW Information

Open access land, designated under the Countryside & Rights of Way Act (2000) give area access rather than linear access as provided by public rights of way. It also gives a legal right of access specifically for climbing, as well as walking and other quiet recreation on foot.

Please bear in mind however that the landowner still has the right to restrict access for up to 28 days per year (often used on public safety grounds for shooting in moorland areas), and can also apply for longer term restrictions with Natural England (such as bans on dogs, or regular restrictions during particular times of year). It is important to check for these restrictions regularly as they can be added at short notice – all details for open access land in England can be found on Natural England’s website.