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Rothley

Area Description


A popular roadside venue consisting of a large crag and several boulders. Great for traverses and a good range of problems to suit all abilities, although in places it can be very sharp.

Rock: Sandstone
Aspect:
Altitude: 200m
Walk-In: minutes
Problem quality:
Route quality:
Access: CRoW. Please park sensibly.


Location and Approach



From the A696 Newcastle to Otterburn Road: Turn off for Cambo and on to Scot's Gap. Turn right in the village and follow the road for two miles until the crag a ppears on the right. Park in a layby on the bend (room for two cars) or at the crossroads beyond the crag.
Public Transport: A couple of hours from Belsay bus stop.

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New Problems


New problems since the latest guidebook (2000):

  • Disclaimer (7b)
    Short arete 50m right of the aretes area. A low and awkward sit start leads to a dynamic snatch for a sharp mono.
    Chris Graham 2005

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Full Problem List


7bDisclaimer
7aHanging Arete Sit Start
 AB's Arete
 Yorkshire 8a
 Workie Ticket
6cAB's Problem
6b+Hanging Arete

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