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Axe Quarry

Avon and Somerset

A small quarry at the eastern end of the National Trust property of Brean Down. 11 climbs are described, both Trad and Sport.

Crag information
Climbing Area: South West & Southern Rock Type: Limestone
Importance: Local CRoW Land: No
Ownership: National Trust No. of Routes: 11
Within National Park: No Year Developed: 1900
Grid Reference: ST302588

There is a steep north-facing Wall, where ravens nest seasonally, and an easier-angled east-facing wall. Access from the NT parking at Brean Down is via the easy-angled track, that leads along the ridge, where an easy scrable leads to the base of the quarry. Alternatively, at low tide, follow the coast round northwards from Brean Farm

Restrictions apply from 14 February - 31 May.

Reason: Nesting Birds

Ravens nesting on the north-facing wall.

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    Axe Quarry

    Avon and Somerset