Pit and the Pendulum | E6 Trad climb at Nesscliffe

United Kingdom / Shrewsbury

Quick Info

Grade E6
Type Trad climb
Crag Nesscliffe
Country United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Rock type Sandstone
History
First ascent E. Edkins (Aug 1966)
Recorded repeats 3

Quick Info

Grade E6
Type Trad climb
Crag Nesscliffe
Country United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Rock type Sandstone
History
First ascent E. Edkins (Aug 1966)
Recorded repeats 3
Contributors
51 contributions since 7th August 2026.

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Ascents

4 successful ascents recorded.

Climber Style Ascent Date Suggested Grade
First ascent.

The first 15 metres of the route was led using the aid of large wooden wedges and pitons, with the top third of the route being climbed mostly free. A grade of HVS and A2 was suggested.

Nick Dixon Lead | worked Oct 1988 E5
First free ascent.
Second ascent.

With an additional three bolts!

Third ascent.

Without the bolts