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Cowraik Quarry

Eden Valley

A sheltered disused quarry, just outside Penrith on Beacon Hill/Edge. Signposted as 'Cowraik Quarry' as oppose to 'Cowrake Quarry'.First ascents of the older routes were mainly done by local mountain rescue teams who used the quarry as a training area. The rock is soft and so leading is discouraged, with the use of a bouldering mat strongly encouraged. Top outs are often grim, and its often easier to jump/climb down.

Crag information
Climbing Area: Lake District Rock Type: Sandstone
Importance: Local CRoW Land: No
Ownership: Unknown No. of Routes: 85
Within National Park: No Year Developed:
Grid Reference: NY531307

Parking and Approach

One mile ENE from Penrith. From the large roundabout to the east of the motorway, take the A686 for about 2 miles. At the pylons, turn left onto a lane. Follow this for a mile to a footpath on the right, which leads to the quarry.
Area information

With implimentation of the CRoW Act (2000), many Lakes fells and crags now have an Open Access designation. They also have many nationally important bird and plant species dependant on inaccessible crags/ledges and heather/mixed heath environments for survival. During the bird nesting period, a number of species can be vulnerable to disturbance. The Lake District restrictions are monitored, variable (VR) and reviewed in April/May. If the birds do not nest, restrictions are lifted early. Check the BMC and FRCC websites in early May for details. New restrictions will be notified on the websites and with on-site notices. To view the BMC's Lake District Green Climbing Guide click this link: www.thebmc.co.uk/lake-district-green-guide

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    Cowraik Quarry

    Eden Valley