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Fawlty Towers

OPEN: Access is subject to conditions.
Updated 28 June 2025, by Richard Thomson.

Whanganui Bay is now open to climbers until 30 November 2025. To register and for access conditions visit https://whanganuibay.acat.org.nz/.

Grade
24
Length
40m
4
Natural pro required
Quality
1.02
First ascent
Mike Rockell, 1984
Located on
Whekenui
Topo ref
34
  • P1
  • 23
  • 20m
  • 4
  • Trad

Great climbing up on the pinnacle itself, if you survive the choss at the bottom. Squirm across the soft overhang, then head right.

  • P2
  • 24
  • 20m
  • 4
  • Trad

Climb up and left to the outrageous offwidth, protected by a mixture of gear, bolts and body parts.

Comments
Attribution
Rock Deluxe North
UUID
 
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