Long Scar Langdale

For a change it didn't pour with rain when we visited the Lakes this weekend. Glorious sunshine made for some excellent climbing conditions. Pam and I had planned to climb on Scout Crag to build up some confidence with movement and rope-work. We checked out the climb when we arrived on Saturday evening with a view to climbing it first thing on Sunday morning. When we turned up to climb the crag had been set up for a group session with top ropes on all the routes...it would have to wait for another day.

We decided to head for Long Scar, a 25 minute walk from the car park on Wrynose pass. We climbed Intruders Corner (VDiff). An excellent route with poor protection at the start but really positive holds. The climb finishes up a V shaped groove with some awkward moves that push you out and off balance. Pam took some time to work out the crux (it was very reachy) but got there with no problems.

We then climbed Old Hoburn which is given (M) in the guide book but I would give it a (Vdiff -) due to the moves required.

We'll definatley return here to do Sams Saunter and Platt Gang Groove and maybe venture over to the nearby Black Crag.

Yet again a very enjoyable day.