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Crookrise

Gritstone · Exposed exposure · 320m altitude

Do not climb
Do Not Climb
85%
confidence

Crookrise has been subjected to frequent, repeated wetting over the past two weeks with very little opportunity for sustained drying, and today has seen further precipitation (1.8mm). Despite the south-facing aspect and exposed position, the rock will be saturated internally and conditions are 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 14 Apr
Do Not Climb 85%
Tue 14 Apr
Do Not Climb 90%
Wed 15 Apr
Do Not Climb 90%
Thu 16 Apr
Do Not Climb 85%
Fri 17 Apr
Do Not Climb 70%
Sat 18 Apr
Do Not Climb 65%

Site Details

A wild gritstone edge on the moorland above Embsay, north of Skipton. Around 242 boulder problems on quality rock. BMC-owned since 2017 — free access. South-facing aspect means it dries quickly and catches the sun, making it excellent for cooler days and winter sessions. Outstanding moorland setting. 3.5km walk-in from Embsay Reservoir car park.

Rock Type
Gritstone
Wind Exposure
Exposed
Altitude
320m
Climbing
Bouldering
Aspects
S
Problems
242
Boulder Grades
Font 3 – Font 7c
Access
BMC Owned
Approach
25 min

Site Data

Name
Crookrise
County
Yorkshire
Rock Type
Gritstone
Climbing Types
Bouldering
Aspects
S
Wind Exposure
Exposed
Altitude
320m
Latitude
53.9949
Longitude
-2.0174
OS Grid Ref
Access Type
BMC Owned
Approach Time
25 min
Problem Count
242
Route Count
Boulder Grades
Font 3 – Font 7c
Trad Grades
Tidal
No
Parking Notes
Embsay Reservoir car park. 3.5km walk-in across moorland.
Condition Notes
ID
3f6f927d-cb50-4f6e-88bc-80da91d8b10c

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