| GUIDED SEA CLIFF
CLIMBING IN CORNWALL
13-17TH SEPTEMBER 2007
FOLLOWING SIMILAR HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL COURSES OVER THE LAST
6 YEARS TO LUNDY ISLAND ETC, WE ARE OFFERING UP TO 8 PLACES
ON THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE SEA CLIFF CLIMBING
IN ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VENUES IN THE UK. THE TRIP IS
BEING RUN IN ASSOCIATION WITH HIGH SPORTS INDOOR CLIMBING
CENTRE, REDHILL.
COURSE DETAILS
Departure Date: 12th September 2007 in the
afternoon.
Return Date: 17th September 2007, in the
afternoon after a morning climbing.
Objectives: To introduce climbers to the
Cornish sea cliffs, climb some classic routes and also teach
some skills about the dangers and problems of adventure climbing
in such hazardous locations. The emphasis is not on high grade
climbing but high quality routes, where learning can be more
easily managed. It may be possible for clients to lead, where
appropriate.
What Experience is needed?: We cannot accept
novices with no prior climbing experience. You should be able
to fit your own harness, tie on, belay and use basic trad
climbing gear. Some experience of abseiling is strongly recommended.You
need not be a lead climber, but you must be aware that you
will be accessing some remote and committing crags, where
you will be responsible for your own actions and where it
may not be possible for your guide to be with you all the
time.
Staffing: The staffing ratio will be 1:2,
and the instructor is Keith Fleming (MIC). Keith has been
to the Island on 8 times, spread over 16 years.
Accommodation and Catering: The course is
offered on an instruction only basis. We can make suggestions
of campsites, bunkhouses etc.
Travel: We will try to arrange lift sharing
amognst staff and clients, to cut down on costs. Petrol costs
will be shared amongst the passengers.
Kit: A full kit list will be sent on application,
but you need at least your own helmet, boots, harness, belay
device and slings/krabs.
Cost: £190 course fee only. Accomodation
, food and travel are extra and will be paid by the client.
The Climbing
The best way to find out about the routes is through the guidebook,
available from most climbing shops. The cliffs are mostly
on the West or South coasts, and mainly granite and vary form
single pitch to 3 pitches. Many are tidal and facing the prevailing
weather and seas. There are routes of all gradesm, although
we will concentrate on routes up to VS. We aim to do such
classics as Doorpost (HS), Doorway (S), Commando Ridge (VDiff),
South Face Direct (VS), Right Angle (HS), Demo Route (HS)
etc. Many of the routes require abseil entry and a steady
nerve on the approaches. The routes are some of the finest
seas cliff experiences to be had anywhere, and the remote
and committing feel adds to the experience.
Itinerary
It is impossible to set an itinerary in advance, due to weather
and tide restrictions, but we aim to climb from about. Please
look through the guide, or one of the selected climbs books,
and see if there are any particular routes you would like
to do. We would be happy to take you on them if suitable and
reasonable.
Other Info
FOR MORE DETAILS, BOOKING FORMS ETC EMAIL: Keith
OR RING THE OFFICE ON 01273 400415.
All clients are strongly advised to check their personal
accident an medical insurance, in case this type of activity
is excluded. Also, you are advised to take out normal holiday
insurance for cancellation curtailment etc.
to see Booking Information and Conditions
to
request booking forms for this course
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