Peak Limestone
24-09-2025 New signage has appeared and work has been carried out (possible fence installation) affecting the main parking spot. It is thought this has been provoked primarily by other recreational users and the use of vehicles on site.
The disused quarry of Moss Rake has three developed sections including an interesting slab which gives some good technical climbing of an unusual style for Peak District limestone. There is also a chert wall with a set of dirtier routes and a shorter upper tier.
There is no access agreement with the landowner for Moss Rake and private property signs have been put up. In practice climbing has continued unchallenged for many years and the prohibition is not enforced. Maintaining a low profile and politely leaving if asked to do so it advisable.
Restrictions apply from 1 March - 30 June.
Reason: Nesting Birds
Parking and Approach
From parking by the gate at the eastern side of the quarry walk through the gate and up into the first landscaped section of the quarry. Bear left up a grassy slope to a ridge overlooking the bigger second section. Drop down here steeply on scree and follow the track at the bottom initially under the chert wall and then on to the slab know as the 'Library'. An alternative slightly longer approach is available from parking at the western end.
Group Advice
Unsuitable
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