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Owned and managed by the BMC for climbers, there are very few issues at Bwlch y Moch. However climbers are asked to observe a few points. On no account should the fence at the top of the crag be crossed - all of the land at the crag top is privately owned, including the cliff top path and an agreement is in place with the neighbouring farmer for a permissve path along the cliff top. There is no descent either behind the crag or to the east. If choosing to abseil ensure that a sling is placed around the tree to prevent damage and that you do not cause inconvenience or a hazard to other climbers -"look before you chuck" is the motto here! None of the abseil slings or fixed belays are maintained or inspected by the BMC -so please ensure that you are satisifed with their safety and suitability before using! Camping is not allowed at the crag and there are no toilets at the site, closest public toilets are in Porthmadog itself.

 

Warning

Loose Block on Momentum - Reports of a large loose block on Momentum the route that has now replaced Shadrach.

 

Seasonal Restrictions

Dates: 1 April to 31 May

Reason: Nesting Birds

Tawny Owls frequently nest in the hollow tree on the route Axeover. Please avoid  this routes and the slab and also please do not use the abseil descent down this slab until the end of May- for your well-being as much as for the owls. They can be very aggressive! 

75m, 3 pitches.

Rockfax Description
One of the most popular routes in North Wales with fine open climbing (and usually lots of people). From the entrance into the wood, scramble up to a tree on the right below a short chimney.
1) 10m. Climb easily up the polished chimney to a tricky step and exit rightwards up a crack to a tree belay.
2) 25m. Re-enter the gully and climb out left to a ledge. Walk left 3m to a crack in a short steep wall and a junction with the CC Original. Climb the crack to a ledge. Step down to a small sloping ledge and foot traverse left under a steepening to a groove/crack. Climb a crack on the right to a ledge and traverse right to belay at the base of the corner.
3) 4b, 15m. Climb the corner to a ledge and then take another groove to some perched blocks. Traverse left below, or above, the blocks to a belay below a steep thin crack.
4) 4b, 20m. Climb the thin crack and wall to the right to a line of weakness leading right to the arete. Move right to the arete along this (wobbly jug). Follow the arete in an outstanding position to the top. © Rockfax

Ticklists

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milanboez 7 May Show βeta
βeta: First and second pitch = VD. Third pitch true to the grade. Final pitch VC 4c - crux stopped me in my tracks and took a while to figure out despite having done higher grades. All good once committed. Run out after is wild - gets to a point you're effectively soloing. Exciting.
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βeta: First and second pitch = VD. Third pitch true to the grade. Final pitch VC 4c - crux stopped me in my tracks and took a while to figure out despite having done higher grades. All good once committed. Run out after is wild - gets to a point you're effectively soloing. Exciting.
CharlieBanford 30 Aug, 2023 Show βeta
βeta: Could be climbed in one pitch pretty easily if you solo the scrambly start.
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βeta: Could be climbed in one pitch pretty easily if you solo the scrambly start.
JonLongshanks 28 Jun, 2021 Show βeta
βeta: Final section up the arete is very bold for HS, your only gear mid-way is on a now very loose spike, care needed.
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βeta: Final section up the arete is very bold for HS, your only gear mid-way is on a now very loose spike, care needed.
myrddinmuse 20 Sep, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: Has the wobbly jug finally wobbled its last wob?
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βeta: Has the wobbly jug finally wobbled its last wob?
owainb 11 Aug, 2020 Show βeta
βeta: Couldn’t find the wobbly jug!
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βeta: Couldn’t find the wobbly jug!
JRex 30 Jun, 2019 Show βeta
βeta: Easy but bold top.
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βeta: Easy but bold top.

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The Cracks

Grade: HS 4c ***
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