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CRAIG y CASTELL

Rock Type Granite
Access To the west of Tremadog, before the junction of the A4048 and A498, a small lane leads up north to a school. The crag is easily reached from here by a small stile just past the school, and a track up some scree to the crag.

It is best to park in Tremadog, instead of blocking access to the school.

Comments Generally this crag is fairly quiet as it is a more of a walk than Craig Bwlch y Moch. The crag has a split personality, with a slabby left side capped by overhangs, and overhangs capped by slabs on the right.

The best descent is down the right side. 150 yards left is a smaller buttress with a few routes of interest, and a little further left is a small prow.

Best Routes

Creagh Dhu Wall, 200ft, HS - - 4b. Possibly the best climb at Tremadog (pic below)

The Wasp, 170ft, E2 5c 5c. Varied

Tantalus, 220ft, HVS 4b 5a -. Hard for the grade

Guide Book

Tremadog by Climbers' Club

Local Facilities Eric's cafe at Bwylch y Moch is the climbers cafe of the area. They serve perfect bacon butties, ice creams, and a small range of climbing gear.