Another beautiful day dawned. With the wind gently gusting force 8 and the temperature rocketing to a blistering +20C, an intrepid bunch of the KMC's elite boulders trekked across the moors drawn by the allure and adventure of Bridestones' wonderful sculptures. Before long honed muscles and grit's superb friction saw many of Bridies top problems relinquishing their secrets to the likes of Avalanche Al, Scot, Julie, Dave (Wylie), Jenny, Sandy (4 legged version) and yours truly. The weather remained dry - with just a few flakes whipping past - lunch was a shared affair and provided tasty sustenance (especially Jenny's cake!); all in all a grand day in the hills was had by those prepared to venture out in potentially inclement conditions.

KMC insiders tell me the forthcoming meet 'bouldering for beginners' is the talk of the club - apparently many of the international members are, as you're read this, traveling from the four corners of the earth to attend this prestige event. So what can one expect...?

• World class bouldering at all grades
• Many problems with excellent landings
• A beautiful quiet setting steeped in bouldering history - who could fail to be impressed by the sights of Metelko grappling with Charlotte Rampling, Colin floundering on Whillan's Jam, and Craig wrestling his not-insubstantial bulk up Big Body Squirm - or, if something 'under the counter' is more your scene, how about Rob Allen attempting to force his way up Obscene Cleft before failing to get his Nuptials. For those unable to digest such testosterone laden machismo, perhaps the elegance, poise and grace of Sabina gliding up Honour and Obey, Julie making short work of Bridesmaid, Midge tiptoeing to the summit of Knot Tonight, or even El Presidenta surmounting Big Sister may encourage you to head to Yorkshire.

The details:

Approach: The crag is accessible for Todmorden, Burnley or Hebden Bridge.

From Burnley

Take the road towards Todmorden. Turn left at Walk Mill, go up the hill, then take a right just before the pub. Follow The Long Causway over the moors, past the windmills, then shortly after passing through the small village of Hugencroft you will see the rocks on the right hand side ahead. Park a little further on, after reaching the Sportsman's Arms pub. Walk down the farm track towards the rocks bearing left where the track bends down right to reach the first area.

From Todmorden

Take the A646 towards Burnley. When you reach Cornholme, turn right under a railway arch and drive up a very steep hill on a narrow road. Turn right where this joins The Long Causeway.

From Hebden

Go through Heptonstall village then turn left. Continue passing though Balckshaw head, until you reach The Sportsman's Arms.