The Duddon & Wrynose guide from the FRCC covers both the Duddon Valley and the popular crags accessed from Wrynose Pass (the Wrynose Pass crags were previously covered in the 2013 Langdale guide). The guide describes in excess of 1300 routes, many of them having been established since the publication of the previous guide back in 1993. The A5 format provides great clarity and ease of use and there is full photo-diagram coverage. There are also many great action shots included in the guide and there's the usual supplementary information on parking and camping, plus a comprehensive crag selector.
The Duddon Valley, lying over the fells west of Coniston, is one of the least frequented and unspoilt valleys in the Lake District. Many climbers will be familiar with the area due to the relative popularity of Wallowbarrow Crag, a great venue for the low to mid-grade climber set in stunning surroundings, but the valley has seen a huge explosion in development of new routes in recent years its many outcrop style crags. Most of these new routes are single pitch with easy access and short approaches giving the climber a wealth of choice and an escape from the crowds. The Wrynose area is similar in character, and posseses numerous single pitch crags with easy access and a sunny character.
By Justin Shiels and John Holden.
Card cover, 21cm x 15cm, 210 pages.
Published 2021.
ISBN: 978-0-85028-064-7.