Roche Rock

Cornwall

Unique rock - not granite but schorl, composed of quartz and tourmaline, and possessing the most extraordinary friction. A good selection of routes across the mid-grades from diffs up to a desperate E4 6b roof crack. 

Crag information
Climbing Area: South West & Southern Rock Type: Other
Importance: Local CRoW Land: Yes
Ownership: Estate No. of Routes: 64
Within National Park: No Year Developed:
Grid Reference: SW991596

There are old signs on the approach paths indicating that climbing is not allowed. However the crag is on CRoW designated land and as such climbing is a legally permitted activity.  However, climbers must not climb on, or belay from, the walls of the ruined chapel - this is a Grade I listed building and Scheduled Ancient Monument, and any damage to it would be a criminal offence.  Roche Rock is a SSSI for its unique geology and so damage to or removal of rock is not permitted - no fixed gear should be placed here.  

Parking and Approach

The sports/social club car park is probably the best place to park having plenty of space. Access is from the back of the car park, past the club building, right through the gate and follow the hedgerow left. Cut through the obvious opening and head towards the rock. Fight through the ferns on the relatively obvious but muddy paths. 

CRoW Information

Open access land, designated under the Countryside & Rights of Way Act (2000) give area access rather than linear access as provided by public rights of way. It also gives a legal right of access specifically for climbing, as well as walking and other quiet recreation on foot.

Please bear in mind however that the landowner still has the right to restrict access for up to 28 days per year (often used on public safety grounds for shooting in moorland areas), and can also apply for longer term restrictions with Natural England (such as bans on dogs, or regular restrictions during particular times of year). It is important to check for these restrictions regularly as they can be added at short notice – all details for open access land in England can be found on Natural England’s website.  

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Anonymous User
01/05/2021
There is no time limit on the sign. Rock climbing is not allowed.