Following a review of bolted anchors on Southern Sandstone, the way we all use bolted anchors in the area is changing. Read on to make sure you're following the latest method. Read more »
With England’s second lockdown ending this morning (2nd December) and a return to a tier system with climbing walls able to re-open, our request to temporarily avoid all southern sandstone crags is changing… Read more »
The huge increase in climbers at Eridge Rocks since lockdown lifted has resulted in rapid wear to the fragile sandstone the makes up the crag. Unfortunately, this has now reached a tipping point where a temporary restriction is needed to give the crag a chance to recover before irreparable damage is caused. Read on to find out more about why this restriction is needed… Read more »
Following the removal of the loose boulder, previously used to step across from the mainland to the Isolated Buttress at Harrison’s Rocks, climbers, the Harrisons Rocks Management Group (HRMG) and BMC have been deliberating about the best course of action for future access to the pinnacle. Read more »
Should a bridge be built to access the Isolated Buttress? We attempt to summarise the wide-range of views for and against a bridge before it’s discussed at the Sandstone Open Meeting on 8 October. Read more »
How to protect Southern Sandstone while enjoying its unique, esoteric climbing. We've launched a newly-updated booklet giving advice on how to minimise your impact whilst climbing on Southern Sandstone. Read more »
Live near London and want to climb outside? Unusual, specific skills are required to access, protect and enjoy the capital's nearest real rock climbing areas. The sandstone outcrops on the borders of Kent and East Sussex are softer than virtually any other climbable rock. Here are the top five skills you need to get started. Read more »
For climbers in the South East of England, sandstone crags such as Harrison’s Rocks are oases of adventure in a region otherwise seriously lacking in opportunity. The fragility of these crags means that they need extra protection – and small groups of activists are doing their best to keep the climbing top-notch for the rest of us. Meet the unsung heroes of Southern Sandstone. Read more »
From 16th-29th of March work will take place at Birchden Wood to resurface the access road into the site and deliver improvements to the toilet block and car park. Read more »
Last weekend saw the first in a series of winter work meets on Southern Sandstone, organised by the Sandstone Volunteers Group. With a great turnout of local climbers helping to improve southern sandstone crags, get their hands dirty and meet new people, these events are a must on any south-east climber's calendar. Sarah Cullen tells more... Read more »
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