Eavestones is a bit of a Lost World, once a lightly wooded valley with pretty lakes and waterside walks, over the years it has been neglected and become choked with rhododendrons and other greenery. There are almost 150 routes here, though many of them have been as good as lost and the whole place sees little traffic. Here is a selection of the best (and cleanest) climbs, call in and give the place a try, you might enjoy it. If you want further details, consult YMC Yorkshire Gritstone (1998).
Routes
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30 trad routes (VD...E6) Graded List of Routes List of First Ascents |       | ||
| Buttress (click for routes) | No. of Routes | Route Type | Sunshine or shade |
Approach walk | Other | Page |
| The Fort The sunny walls on the northern side of the Upper Lake are the closest to the parking and have an... |
4 | Trad |
Lots of sun! |
Downhill 3 mins |
160 | |
| The Castle Walls The short walls to the right of The Fort have a selection of sheltered routes and, although not... |
12 | Trad |
Sun and shade |
Downhill 3 mins |
161 | |
| The Wedge The prominent jutting axe-edge buttress of the Wedge is obvious from its name. It has a small... |
6 | Trad |
Sun and shade |
Downhill 6 mins |
162 | |
| The Eavestone A good set of routes on this bulky block. The grades and star ratings assume that the routes are... |
8 | Trad |
Sun and shade |
Downhill 5 mins |
163 | |
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