Excellent meet in the Plantation Area today, ably photographed by Frank Mellor, so expect some Action/Club interest pictures at the next comp!
Despite a good number of members being in the Alps etc we had a good turnout and many routes ascended, including a fine ascent of ‘Goliath’s Groove’ HVS 5a, by Hugh [and many seconds], a notable ascent of the ‘Coign’ ,HS4b, by Janet, who also managed to get through ‘Helfenstein’s Struggl’, [now where’s my diet sheet?] and Vanda’ s lead of the extremely odd ‘Slanting Chimney’ HS4b brought many oaths from her and her seconds.
Although the intermittent midges finally attacked about 4pm, causing some of us to retreat, a thoroughly traditional Stanage day was had by all. Long may they continue.
Paul & Vanda.