description Dream of White Horses Overview
Dream of White Horses is a traditional sea-cliff route on Wen Zawn at Gogarth, on the island of Anglesey in Wales. It is graded HVS 4c in the British system and is especially associated with its exposed final traverse above the sea, where the position is as important as the individual moves. The route is for competent traditional climbers who understand tidal access, sea-cliff conditions and the practical difficulties of retreat.
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Where is Dream of White Horses at Gogarth?
The route traverses the exposed Main Cliff at Gogarth on Holy Island, Anglesey, in North Wales. Its final pitches move above the sea with little visual separation between the climber and the waves below.
What grade is Dream of White Horses?
It is commonly given the British traditional grade HVS 4c. The technical moves are not extreme by modern standards, but exposure, protection decisions, sea conditions, and route-finding add substantial seriousness.
Who made the first ascent of Dream of White Horses?
The route was first climbed by Ed Drummond and Dave Pearce in 1968. It became one of the signature sea-cliff climbs of British traditional climbing.
Does the tide affect an attempt on Dream of White Horses?
Sea conditions matter because the climb sits directly above the ocean and access or retreat can be affected by waves and tides. Climbers normally check the local forecast, tide table, and Gogarth conditions before committing.
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