Esoteric, high altitude bouldering. A collection of mostly west facing boulders from the summit of Great Whernside ranging north for roughly 1km (northernmost point marked on OS map as Blackfell Crags) The edge is exceptionally rough and coarse moorland gritstone, untouched, unpolished, but may need cleaning in certain parts. It comprises mainly slabs, walls and traverses with a few roof problems. Its westerly aspect catches the evening and mid-afternoon sun; the boulders are very exposed but afford splendid views of the Wharfe valley and surrounding district.
Climbing Area:
Yorkshire
Rock Type:
Gritstone
Importance:
Local
CRoW Land:
No
Ownership:
Unknown
No. of Routes:
19
Within National Park:
No
Year Developed:
Grid Reference:
SE001739
Parking and Approach
Via Hag Dyke from centre of Kettlewell. 3.75km/2.5miles to summit of great Whernside, Yorkshire Dales. Can also be approached from summit of Kettlewell / Leyburn road (N.B. this road is 1:4)
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