Skeleton Ridge - The Needles, Isle of Wight

A short climbing video about a trip to the Isle of Wight for a sortie on one of the great UK Adventure Routes called "Skeleton Ridge" at the iconic Needles by Totland Bay. First climbed by the legendary Mick Fowler in November 1984, this 5 star HVS esoteric but "chalky delight" has gained cult classic status over the years and comprises about 160 metres of climbing over 6 pitches with some of the most outrageously face melting exposure you will find in the UK!

Please make sure to read the access arrangements on the following link which the BMC have re-negotiated to enable climbers to climb on this wonderful route again:

https://www.ukclimbing.com/news/2025/...