Rain forecast everywhere but west. Planned return to Upper Swirl Crag thwarted by bad accident on A66 near Threlkeld stopping access to Thirlmere. Decided against mammoth Ullswater detour and veered off instead down Mungrisdale to Carrock Fell and the slabby gabbro of;
Snail Shell Crag
First time for BP, once the stiff walk in out of the way made the most of the fine weather and very amenable climbing, lack of challenge offset by quality and quantity of climbing on offer at this off the beaten track venue.
Last here in July 2016
BP on Recess Route Direct
All the routes very similar
Nonetheless very enjoyable climbing
Getting into a good rhythm on Rose Tree Route
Another climber all the way from N Tyne on the same line
Grandson (13) on belay
AT visibly struggling to have a good time
Very pleasant spot
Long views to the Pennines
Barkers Slab Direct
Very thin climbing before any gear finally arrives
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