Poseidon Adventure | E4 Trad climb at Bowden Doors

United Kingdom / England / Northumberland / Alnwick

A classic County frightener, and the first route to tackle Bowden's unique wave formation.

The first ascent was made by Steve Blake, described in the 1999 guide as 'his best achievement'. It opened the gates for more hard contributions on the wall from the likes of John Earl and Bob Smith.

Jumping off from the break with no pads became somewhat of rite a passage for aspirant ascentionists, upon discovering that there was no way out but to climb up or plunge down!

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Ascents

3 successful ascents recorded.

Climber Style Ascent Date Suggested Grade
Steve Blake Lead | ground up 1976-1977
First ascent.

Bouldered out the start (no mats). Surprised myself getting to the break. Didn't fancy soloing the top so got a rope thrown up, tied a bowline one handed, pulled up a couple of runners then led the finish. Big thanks to everyone who helped out, it was an expensive round in the pub later!