March 2021. Dave MacLeod on sending his big project 'Zero' 8b in Strathnairn, explaining what it takes to approach such high-end problems.

Dunlichity is a super new addition to the bouldering options in Strathnairn, requiring a bold and confident approach, but with some king lines. Opened by Rob Thomas, Stu Goodwin and Benjy Wilcock, it will feature in the Strathnairn Bouldering Guide. Benjy Wilcock has written an article on Discovering Dunlichity which you can view below.

A new King line from Rob Thomas at Barry Valley: Hissing Sid. 

This is an expansive bouldering venue in Strathnairn, opened by Rob Thomas and friends over the last decade. Check out Rob's article below on the delights of this moorland bouldering wonderland, featuring in the forthcoming Strathnairn Bouldering Guide.

Original Topo for Ruthven Boulder by Trevor Woods

Dave MacLeod's early 2021 first ascent of Zero 8b

June 2021. A new King line from Rob Thomas at Barry Valley: Hissing Sid. Rob and friends have been developing Strathnairn for years, and the strath now has a collection of venues to rival anywhere in the country. Look out for the new guide coming soon!