Kyloe Crag & Kyloe in the Woods, Northumberland. 13th April 2013

Me high on the crux of Christmas Tree Arete Direct VS 4c, Kyloe Crag. 13/04/2013 (Photo: A J Thorley)

The weather forecast for Scotland was not looking good, with heavy rain and a sudden thaw predicted for the weekend. We decided to head south to the beautiful county of Northumberland for some early season rock climbing with friends.

Richard & Pascaline on Eeny VD, Kyloe Crag. 13/04/2013 (Photo: A J Thorley)

Myself and Vicks travelled down the previous evening and we met Richard and Pascaline at Kyloe Crag just as they were getting ready to gear up. It was a beautiful morning and we all chatted whilst we sorted ourselves out for the days climbing. I suggested that we move from we were to further along the crag before it got busy with other climbers. Everybody agreed to the plan and we made our way along the crag to the main climbing area and started our days climbing.

Richard the happy belayer, Kyloe Crag. 13/04/2013 (Photo: Pascaline Boulanger)

This was Richards and Pascaline's 1st visit to the crags of  Northumberland and even though  the sun was shining the rock was cold on the hands causing them to numb if you stayed in the same position for too long. But despite this we managed to climb just about every route in between severe and very severe without incident.

Me on Mo S, Kyloe Crag. 13/04/2013 (Photo: A J Thorley)

As predicted we were also joined by other climbers and soon there was a climber on just about every available line.The vibes were good with friendly banter being exchanged with all the climbers whilst waiting to get on climbs.

Richard & Pascaline, Kyloe Crag. 13/04/2013 (Photo: Pascaline Boulanger)

It turned out to be a fantastic day with fantastic weather. All of us achieved our goals for the day making the short journey to Belford for a quick pint at the Bluebell Hotel all the more satisfying. A great way to celebrate a good day and Richards and Pascaline's 1st visit to Northumberland.  

Me on Z Climb VS 4c, Kyloe in the Woods. 13/04/2013 (Photo: Pascaline Boulanger)