The site is part of a Local Nature Reserve and the quarry floor below Main Wall provides an important orchid habitat - avoid this area from April-June inclusive.
There is a bolting agreement for some agreed routes from Modern Wall rightwards, any future bolting development needs to be discussed with the local BMC access rep and potentially the landowner before any work.
The roof of the cave above Gouffle Connection is thought to be unstable, no monitoring is taking place.
Ravens and Peregrines have historically nested in the quarry - expect climbing restriction in nesting season (Spring/early Summer). The quarry is monitored by 'Peregrine Watch' and the local access team has a good relationship with stakeholders - restrictions are lifted as soon as possible and signs posted on site.
Be aware that none of the routes have been inspected/climbed since January 2025 when cotoneaster removal from the quarry face took place. As a result, there are areas of loose rock and a block containing a bolt fell off Rock Folly. Routes mainly affected are Rock Folly and Black Streak, but others may be affected. Significant areas of loose rock were noted by the contractor at the top of the crag. Exercise caution.
Lancashire County Council do not monitor any of the routes and climbers climb at their own risk.
Restrictions apply from
1 February
-
27 July.
Reason: Nesting Birds
During the nesting season each year, climbing in Warton Main is restricted for the whole quarry including the Terrace, to prevent disturbance of peregrines and other birds. Thank you for following the restrictions. The BMC has good relationships with interested parties locally, birds are actively monitored and if fledging birds allow, restrictions are lifted early.