Had an excellent evenings climbing in he Ogwen Valley. Bochlwyd Buttress is only an easy twenty minute walk from Ogwen Cottage and catches the afternoon and evening sun. With not a cloud in the sky, or any other climbers about, it felt like we had the whole valley to ourselves. Although the skies were clear, temperatures are still well below par for this time of year and the wind chill made sure we were well wrapped up. We climbed as a team of three this evening which made for a sociable catch up.
There's a great range of routes of all grades on the crag, all of which can be climbed in a single pitch or with multiple belays if preferred. In my opinion, the best route is the 'Bochlwyd Eliminate' HVS (5a) which is intimidatingly steep, but provides both gear and handholds just when required - you just can't see them from below!
We started off on this route, topping out just as the sun hit the horizon. The temperature dropped instantly from 'balmy summers eve', to 'ice cold fingers'.
Even without the sun, it was a beauty of an evening to be out climbing so went back up 'Two Pitch Climb' S (4a).
Climbing as a team of three at this grade proved rather sociable as well, as we could chat as we seconded the climb!
After a few routes (and discovering it was now 9pm), we thought we better head back to The Cottage for some dinner!
A great evening, with great company in a great place. All we need now is the temperature to pick up a bit!
Bochlwyd Butress, Ogwen:
- Bochlwyd Eliminate: HVS (5a)
- Two Pitch Climb: Severe (4a) - climbed in one pitch.
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