West Route | E6 Trad climb at Cheddar Gorge

United Kingdom / England / Somerset / Cheddar

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duncancritchley
36 contributions since 7th July 2025.
remus
22 contributions since 30th November 2023.

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Ascents

4 successful ascents recorded.

Climber Style Ascent Date Suggested Grade

Strapcans and Monks used one point of aid: a hanging belay mid-pitch.

The finest and most demanding undertaking in Cheddar. Sustained technical difficulty in an unparalleled position. [1]

References

[1] Arnis Strapcans' first ascents book 2, Mountain Heritage Trust collection.

References

[1] Arnis Strapcans' first ascents book 2, Mountain Heritage Trust collection.

Paul Smith Lead | worked 6th Oct 1984
Duncan Critchley First free ascent. Lead | ground up 6th Oct 1984 E6