Simonside is deeply saturated after 142.5mm of rain over the past 28 days with virtually no meaningful drying windows, and today's conditions (0.5mm precipitation, 87% humidity, 12°C) offer no recovery. At 430m with a NW aspect in winter, this crag is far from climbable condition and will need an extended dry spell before it should be considered.
Based on weather conditions only — does not cover bird nesting restrictions or other access issues.
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Site Details
The highest sandstone crags in Northumberland, on the Simonside Hills near Rothbury. NW-facing summit ridge position at up to 430m means it's often in cloud and primarily a spring/summer venue. Very exposed to weather but dries when wind is present. Unrivalled views over the Cheviots and Coquetdale. Long walk-in (30+ minutes).
Condition Notes
High altitude means frequently in cloud — surface moisture from mist can keep rock damp even without rain. NW aspect receives minimal direct sun. Primarily a spring/summer venue; often too damp and cold outside May-September.
- Rock Type
- Sandstone
- Wind Exposure
- Exposed
- Altitude
- 430m
- Climbing
- Bouldering Trad
- Aspects
- NW
Site Data
- Name
- Simonside
- County
- Northumberland
- Rock Type
- Sandstone
- Climbing Types
- Bouldering, Trad
- Aspects
- NW
- Wind Exposure
- Exposed
- Altitude
- 430m
- Latitude
- 55.295
- Longitude
- -2.01
- Condition Notes
- High altitude means frequently in cloud — surface moisture from mist can keep rock damp even without rain. NW aspect receives minimal direct sun. Primarily a spring/summer venue; often too damp and cold outside May-September.
- ID
- e37c3b08-25d7-438b-9a80-65650478cd78
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