Harrison's Rocks

#146 among destinations in the United Kingdom

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Harrison's Rocks, situated near Groombridge in the United Kingdom, is a renowned climbing spot beloved by climbers of all skill levels. This Southern sandstone crag offers a variety of climbs, from challenging overhangs to more moderate routes, making it an ideal location for both experienced climbers and those new to the sport.

The rocks are managed by the British Mountaineering Council (BMC), ensuring that the area is maintained and preserved for climbing enthusiasts. Climbers are drawn to Harrison's Rocks for its natural beauty and the quality of climbs it provides. The crag features numerous routes that are well-documented in climbing guides, allowing for easy navigation and selection based on one's climbing proficiency.

Harrison's Rocks is not only a climber's haven but also a spot of ecological importance. The surrounding woodland and the rock faces themselves are home to a variety of flora and fauna, adding to the serene experience of a climbing expedition.

Coordinates: 51°5'58"N, 0°11'13"E

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Harrison's Rocks – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: High Rocks, Bowles, Church of King Charles the Martyr, Trinity Theatre.

2.4 miNE
Outdoor activities, Climbing
High Rocks, Tunbridge Wells
62 min walk • High Rocks is a 3.2-hectare geological Site of Special Scientific Interest west of Tunbridge Wells in East Sussex and Kent. It is a Geological Conservation Review site.
1.7 miS
Climbing, Game and entertainment center
Bowles
45 min walk • Nestled in the serene countryside of the United Kingdom, Bowles presents an exceptional climbing spot that caters to enthusiasts and professionals alike. This outdoor adventure hub is renowned for its high-quality sandstone cliffs, offering a variety of routes that...
3.7 miNE
Church
Church of King Charles the Martyr, Tunbridge Wells
94 min walk • The Church of King Charles the Martyr is a Church of England parish church in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. It is a Grade I listed building.
4 miNE
Theater, Church, Concerts and shows
Trinity Theatre, Tunbridge Wells
102 min walk • Trinity Theatre is a theatre and arts centre, located in the former Holy Trinity Church in the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
3.9 miSW
51°2'53"N • 0°8'53"E
Crowborough Beacon Golf Club, Crowborough
101 min walk • Outdoor activities, Golf
2.9 miS
Church
The Crowborough Cross, Crowborough
75 min walk • Crowborough Community Church is an Evangelical church in the town of Crowborough in East Sussex, England.
3.1 miNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Paul's Church, Tunbridge Wells
79 min walk • St Paul's Church is a Church of England parish church in Rusthall, Kent, England. It is a Grade II listed building.
2.4 miN
Hiking, Hiking trail
Wealdway
61 min walk • The Wealdway, Kent and East Sussex, is a public footpath that runs for 83 miles / 134 km from Gravesend, Kent on the Thames estuary, to the A259 at Eastbourne, 3 km north of Beachy Head.
3.6 miNE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
The Forum, Tunbridge Wells
93 min walk • The Forum is an independent music venue in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England, with a standing capacity of 250. The venue opened in 1993, the building having previously been a public toilet.
1.7 miS
Climbing
Bowles Rocks
45 min walk • Bowles Rocks is a sandstone crag in the county of East Sussex, on the border with Kent, approximately 8 kilometres south of the town of Tunbridge Wells.
1.2 miN
Garden, Historical place, Nature and wildlife
Groombridge Place, Tunbridge Wells
32 min walk • Groombridge Place is a moated manor house in the village of Groombridge near Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. It has become a tourist attraction, noted for its formal gardens and vineyards. The manor house has an associated Dower House.