Restricted Access
The scene of the Kinder trespass in 1932 has no access problems these days. Climbers and walkers should keep dogs under control at all times to avoid disturbing moorland birds and grazing sheep. There is occasional grouse shooting on the moors above Edale and access is not permitted during these periods.
Seasonal Restrictions
Dates: 15 March to 30 June
Reason: Nesting Birds
A restriction is in place on Big Brother buttress and Little Brother buttress. Please avoid all routes in this section to prevent disturbance to nesting birds.
A restriction also applies to all routes in the Ampitheatre Area of Kinder Downfall (ie from The Owl Of Minerva to The Downfall Climb) to prevent disturbance to nesting birds.
Rockfax Description
A classic narrowing-chimney which is less of a battle than it looks. Face right and squirm into the narrows to reach a ledge then finish with a restricted exit amongst the symbols. Don't disturb the symbols. © Rockfax
FA. Vin Dillon 1949.
Ticklists
Through Routes! , Moorland Grit - The Essential Selection (Over The Moors) , Peak Rock/9/Gritstone in the Sixties , Over the Moors 3 Star Magical Mystery Tour , Definitive *** Peak Grit , On Peak Rock , Wired Peak District Grit Graded List , Wired Peak District Grit (2020) *** List , Off The Radar 300, Every Crag in The Peak
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The Brain
Grade: VS 4c ***
(Curbar Edge)