The huge rampart of Craig Arthur looms over the upper end of the long line of white limestone of the Eglwyseg Valley and is byfar the tallest of all the cliffs along the escarpment. Although the numbers of lines at Craig Arthur is fewer than on many of the other crags in the area the qualitiy and length of the routes puts Craig Arthur in a catorgory of national importance. Some of Britain's outstanding limestone routes are found here and a trip from afar is highly recommended for those seeking long and sustained traditional and sport lines.
Routes
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56 trad routes (VS...E6) 8 sport routes (6c+...7c) Graded List of Routes List of First Ascents |        | ||
| Buttress (click for routes) | No. of Routes | Route Type | Sunshine or shade |
Approach walk | Other |
| Le Chacal Area The first area encountered an the approach is the impressive Le Chacal area that is profiled... |
10 | Trad |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy |
| Manikins of Horror Area The left side of this area provides a few superbly sustained and enjoyable pitches worthy of... |
8 | Trad |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy |
| Digitron Area No buttress description at present |
11 | Trad |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy |
| Survival of the Fastest Area No buttress description at present |
8 | Trad |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy Restricted Access No climbing 15 Feb to 15 June - nesting birds |
| Nemesis Wall No buttress description at present |
7 | Trad |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy Restricted Access No climbing 15 Feb to 15 June - nesting birds |
| Rubberbandman Area No buttress description at present |
9 | Trad |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy Restricted Access No climbing 15 Feb to 15 June - nesting birds |
| Sunny Side Area No buttress description at present |
13 | Trad and Sport |
Afternoon sun |
Uphill 20 mins |
Windy Restricted Access No climbing 15 Feb to 15 June - nesting birds |
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