Castleberg Crag

Yorkshire Limestone

User attention

The Council is gifting a small piece of land to the Scouts in order for them to build an extension to their drill hall, providing disabled access.  Unfortunately whilst the building works are being carried out they have to close access to Castlebergh, including the climbing with immediate effect.  The owner has an assurance from the builders and the Scouts that access will be made available at the earliest opportunity.  We're awaiting further detail on the likely duration of the closure and will amend this notice once received. 

from 24/04/2024

The crag everyone used eyeball just above Settle, cleaned and equipped as a sport crag by Yorkshire activists in 2009.

Crag information
Climbing Area: Yorkshire Rock Type: Limestone
Importance: Local CRoW Land: Yes
Ownership: Local Authority No. of Routes: 24
Within National Park: Yes Year Developed: 2009
Grid Reference: SD822636

This is great easily accessed crag hosting a number of popular lines, but there have been some instances of rockfall here over the years.

Being aware of the possibility of loose rock, it is worth considering wearing a helmet and taking other appropriate precautions to minimise the risk of any potential rockfall.

Anyone climbing here does so at your own risk, as with any other crag,

Parking and Approach

Parking is a difficult problem for residents in the narrow streets so please use public car parks around the town centre.

The cliff can be accessed via gates in Castlebergh Lane or Constitution Hill leading to various paths which zig-zag up to the crag.

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.  

Group Advice

Unsuitable - Although there are a few easy grade routes the rock quality and position above scenic footpaths used by non climbers suggests this is not a venue ideal for large parties.

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Anonymous User
24/10/2022
Access is blocked (gate locked, door handle removed), 24 October 2022
Anonymous User
24/10/2022
No access to the crag: gate is locked and door handle has been removed. 24 Oct 2022