Please be aware the quarries suffers from rock falls on a regular basis, please don't take any assumptions that the rock is stable or a route is in the same condition as stated in any guide books.
The Upper Dinorwig quarries are mainly owned by First Hydro. Access for climbing or any access away from the designated footpaths is not permitted by the landowners, due to liability concerns. However it's rare for climbers to be asked to leave and in general it appears that if climbers keep a low profile, avoid damaging fences, do not interfere with any of the power station buildings or apparatus or any of the historic structures within the quarry that climbing is possible. Access to the whole of the upper quarries have become especially sensitive in recent years and climbers should not gather in large numbers, especially at Dali's Hole area. Bolts have been removed from Dali's Hole by a local climber (late 2010) who was concerned that continued use of this venue by large groups of climbers would jeopardise access to the whole site. There have also been a number of reported altercations between climbers and First Hydro security staff over the years at this venue.
BMC advice remains unchanged - the landowners do not give permission for public access (including for climbing) away from the public paths. Please do not damage fences or signs and if accosted by security staff, please be courteous and report any issues to the BMC.
Parking and Approach
Parking for this area is quickest from Allt Ddu (Bus stop), parking in this area can be very busy particularly on weekends and holidays, please park with consideration and ease for the bus and emergency vehicles to access. Its worth considering other venues on busy days.
Group Advice
Large groups, especially over 10 in number (organised or informal) are requested to avoid gathering in any one area, especially Dali's Hole due to increasing liability concerns by First Hydro. Due to no official access agreement its likely that insurance will not cover commercial groups.