Ascents in Raven Crag

First brilliant Lakes line. P1 tricky, p2 absorbing and surprisingly exposed, p3 food for thought. The plan was to go on to Gimmer to do some more but that rare feeling of quiet satisfaction on top called for a gentle walk-off

polished

Lead by Jim Evans.

Nice ramble

Really lovely and who knew you could get this overhung at hs, but it really is

top roped after the lead to see how enjoyable the climb was without the fear. not bad at all

scared shitless. but clean

got lost and did a random 30m pitch?? with 6 pieces.oops

And, went back for the red-point while there. Climbed very smoothly and well on lead, too.

Anchors are well back from the edge, across grass. Consider bringing gear to extend very long if setting up a top-rope for others.

Followed and cleaned Phil's lead.

A fun route. Placements are non-obvious from below, but appear frequently and seem solid.

Linked pitches 1 & 2, since belay stance at 11m was a bit small & exposed for Jex. A bit of rope drag because of this, but otherwise fine fine climbing.

The one 'move' feels a bit bigger on lead, but protected so well it's not a big problem.

Looks deceptively blank from below: placements reveal themselves as you go. Protects very well.

Think we got off route, but had fun doing it.

Good route for a rainy day

Struggled on the polished chimney start!

With Mike, his first Lakes climb on his holiday from Australia.

shared lead with chris

Done in two pitches by simul climbing.