On one of the last weekends in Skipton, we wanted to go climbing, but it was rather hot. We opted for a (dry) ascent of Strans Gill.

Upper reaches of the River Wharfe

Contemplating the initial section

One of the many wee steps

Another interesting section

We chose to traverse rather than to get wet feet

Short roped section

Dave faffing on the crux

Climbing under the descent path