The code of practice is all about protecting the rock.
As the rock is so soft, it is essential the preserve the thin outer layer and to reduce erosion as much as possible. Moving ropes cut into the rock, so please set-up your ropes correctly.
Key points are:
• Top-rope, bouldering or solo climbing only.
• Use a non-stretch (static) rope and slings for top-rope setup.
• Make sure the karabiner hangs over the edge of the crag and moving ropes do not
come into contact with the rock.
• Clean shoes before each climb - bring a piece of carpet to wipe your feet, to avoid
rock erosion and make it easier to climb.
• Walk off when you have finished a climb, do not lower off or abseil.
• Keep chalk use to a minimum.
• Avoid climbing on wet rock. - It can cause irreversible damage.
• Use of harsh boulder brushes and toothbrushes are strictly forbidden.
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| The sandstone is fragile beneath a harder, weathered outer layer which protects the soft rock beneath and takes many years to reform if damaged. |
