LANCASHIRE ROCK

This site is a digital copy of the 1997 BMC guidebook to rock climbing in Lancashire

Gaslight Area

  • 1 - Limelight

    Grade: 4c | First Ascent: -1996
    Rating: 0

    Climb the right-trending groove at the left-hand side of the wall, midway between the two trees.

  • 2 - Fire Starter

    Grade: 5a | First Ascent: -1996
    Rating: 0

    Climb the right-facing groove on the right of the second tree and finish up the wall above.

  • 3 - Gaslight

    Grade: 5a | First Ascent: (Pre-1975)
    Rating: 0

    Climb the obvious crack four metres to the right of the second, big yew. At the top bulge, move left and climb the good continuation crack.

  • 4 - Incandescent

    Grade: 5b | First Ascent: -1996
    Rating: 0

    On the right is a niche at four metres. Gain this with difficulty using a short crack and finish at a small tree.

  • 5 - Lanterns

    Grade: 5b | First Ascent: -1996
    Rating: 0

    Start one metre right at two undercuts and climb the wall direct.