I have received a lot of very kind comments about my knowledge of the technical aspects of rock climbing and thought I ought to share a photo of me climbing at Brean Down. The photo was taken in 1988 and what strikes me most of all about it, even more than the climbing itself, is […]
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The Burnham-on-Sea Lighthouse, A Favourite Spot
This is a great photo of the iconic Burnham-on-Sea lighthouse. Perhaps iconic is a strong word but I think it really is applicable! It is unique (as far as I am aware) and certainly instantly recognisable. It is not manned, obviously, and is controlled from the lighthouse further inland. It’s made of wood too, which […]
High Rock Looking Up
This is another great view of High Rock, this time taken from the car park looking straight up the wall. Oddly enough you can even see a crow flying past. You can certainly see the extent to which the top section overhangs! Double click on the image to see it in high resolution. It’s worth […]
High Rock, Cheddar Gorge
This is a cracking shot of High Rock, Cheddar Gorge, in all its glory, taken by me in December 2012. I was standing on the terrace at the foot of Heart Leaf Bluff on the north side of the Gorge, beneath a rock climb called Dinner Date. You’ll have to read the book for the […]
Rock Climbing in Cheddar Gorge
For those who have never been rock climbing or never been climbing at Cheddar Gorge, this video will give you an idea of the setting. It really is a beautiful place, whether you climb or not. It gives you a good idea of the height. It’s not for the faint hearted…hope you like it!