Tag Archives: Glen Esk

More Glen Esk Exploration

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Simon Richardson

Duncan Tunstall has continued to explore the cliffs of Glen Esk on the south-east side of the Cairngorms. On Tuesday February 15 he teamed up with Stephen Venables to straighten out last year’s addition Shaula Ridge (III,5) on the north … Continue reading →

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Glen Esk Explorations

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Simon Richardson

Various parties have been exploring the mica schist crags of Glen Esk in the Southern Cairngorms over the last few winters, and on Saturday January 8, Andy Nisbet and Duncan Tunstall had a great visit to Bruntwood Craig at the … Continue reading →

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Birthday Treat

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Simon Richardson

On Saturday December 4, Henning Wackerhage and Brian Duthie made the long trek through deep snow into Glen Esk where they added a companion route to last season’s addition Once in a Blue Moon. Their five-pitch IV,5 provided a satisfying … Continue reading →

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Once in a Blue Moon

Posted on December 31, 2009 by Simon Richardson

Glen Esk on the eastern side of the Cairngorms is rarely frequented by winter climbers due to its low altitude. On December 27 Duncan Tunstall and Andy Nisbet were quick off the mark with the first ascent of the prominent … Continue reading →

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