Chatsworth

Retiring and evermore neglected, Chatsworth is the Cinderella of the Eastern Edges. It faces northwest and only receives sun on summer afternoons and evenings. It might be expected that the proximity of the A619 with its never-ending stream of traffic would spoil the cliff, but the tree cover muffles the noise. The slope below the cliff is overgrown by the summer, making navigation along the foot of the cliff tricky. Also large trees growing close to the cliff face have encouraged lichen growth over the years. Despite these negative aspects, under the right conditions climbing here is pleasant as the main buttresses escape the worst of the vegetation. The best routes are the equal of any on grit, and a true gritstoner will one day have to bite the bullet and throw themselves at the likes of Vibrio, Emerald Crack, Pearls and the intimidating battle of Sentinel Crack. If you like to climb away from the crowds it is worth putting Chatsworth on your list, it is normal to have the place pretty much to yourself.


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