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Brimham Rocks

Gritstone · Exposed exposure · 290m altitude

Do not climb
Do Not Climb
95%
confidence

Brimham Rocks is thoroughly saturated after 165mm of rain over the past 28 days with virtually no meaningful dry periods, and today has received further rain. The gritstone will be deeply waterlogged internally despite any surface drying, and conditions are clearly unsuitable for climbing.

Based on weather conditions only — does not cover bird nesting restrictions or other access issues.

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Climbing Outlook

Today 26 Feb
Do Not Climb 95%
Thu 26 Feb
Do Not Climb 95%
Fri 27 Feb
Do Not Climb 93%
Sat 28 Feb
Do Not Climb 80%
Sun 1 Mar
Do Not Climb 88%
Mon 2 Mar
Do Not Climb 75%

Site Details

An extraordinary National Trust landscape of natural gritstone formations — towers, pinnacles, and balanced boulders on open moorland near Pateley Bridge. Over 1000 documented routes and problems across all styles: delicate slabs, steep cracks, offwidths, and everything in between. Huge variety in one venue, good for all abilities. Exposed moorland position can be windy.

Rock Type
Gritstone
Wind Exposure
Exposed
Altitude
290m
Climbing
Bouldering Trad
Aspects
S W N E

Site Data

Name
Brimham Rocks
County
Yorkshire
Rock Type
Gritstone
Climbing Types
Bouldering, Trad
Aspects
S, W, N, E
Wind Exposure
Exposed
Altitude
290m
Latitude
54.0748
Longitude
-1.6838
Condition Notes
ID
2d313534-e60f-4b57-a767-c3acb24f622f

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