Poseidon Adventure | E4 Trad climb at Bowden Doors

United Kingdom / England / Northumberland / Alnwick
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A classic County frightener, and the first route to tackle Bowden's unique wave formation. Scene of many desperate retreats, jumping from the break.

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Ascents

3 successful ascents recorded.

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

References

[1] https://www.ukclimbing.com/articles/destinations/thou_shalt_not_wreck_the_place-16915

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!