If you are planning a climbing trip to Lundy this year please read/download the document below:
Update via UKC:
When revised 2019 climbing restrictions for Lundy were initially proposed, they covered the vast majority of the worthwhile climbing through until 14th August or in some areas 15th September. This wasn’t great news for climbers as most would consider the main climbing season on Lundy to last until the end of September, (after which the likelihood of poor weather increases markedly), which left only 2-6 weeks of climbable time depending on the crag. Fortunately, following discussions with Dean (the Lundy Warden), he was very willing to work with us to reduce the restrictions and allow climbers more access, whilst still protecting nesting birds. Clearing up some misunderstandings about access routes climbers use for particular cliffs and combining the in depth knowledge of Paul Harrison with Dean’s expertise in exactly where sea bird colonies are located, meant that we were able to significantly reduce, or remove altogether, restrictions in a number of areas.
The restrictions are agreed for 2019 now, but will continue to be reviewed and lifted if birds fledge early – keep an eye on the Regional Access Database RAD and make sure you check in with the Lundy Warden for the latest updates when you arrive on the island. A site visit to review the current restrictions is planned over the spring/summer during peak nesting season, with a view to potentially reducing restricted areas further for future years where possible. A big thank you is due to Dean for his professionalism and understanding throughout this – it’s great to work with people from partner organisations who are so keen to see recreation and conservation working together.
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