★ High Diddle 14

A lovely little slab! Straight up the middle of the slab between the cracks to the apex, then straight on up. Some dubious protection used to be had by lassoing the poor tree on the way.

Quite overgrown and mossy at last visit - needs a good clean.

Although these days there are a number of excellent sport climbs, the original ascentionists were staunchly traditional, having this to say:

"We, as discoverers and first ascensionists, have not and will not tolerate the use of bolts, pegs, shady aid or chalk. Attempt to use any of these and be prepared to answer to us. We have respected the natural state of the area and expect that you will also."