Sea Stacks - crossing over the water to the stack

 

 

 

Climbing

Sea Stacks

The Old Man of Stoer is a 60 meter stack of Torridonian Sandstone just north of Lochinver in the Scottish Highlands.

The Old Man of Stoer

Before starting this classic VS graded climb a short but cold swim is needed……someone has to draw the short straw!  Good gear and positive holds give enjoyable climbing and memorable positions that soon lead to the summit.  After the obligatory picture and an airy abseil back down we are usually in time for a pint at the local pub to celebrate!

The Old Man of Hoy is another of Scotland’s sea stacks and probably the most famous.  Off the coast of the Orcadian Island of Hoy the easiest line up is an E1 graded route.  This is a truly tremendous expedition that is well worth the effort involved in getting there.  Please contact us if you would like more information on what is involved in organising a trip.