The Anglesey Climb
The Anglesey Climb

The Anglesey Climb

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0 hr 40 min

1970-08-01

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In August 1970 a spectacular rock climb was televised live on BBC in color. Seven climbers attempted three different routes on the cliffs of Anglesey. The event, presented by Christopher Brasher was transmitted live through 4 connections over the course of 31st of august. The routes climbed were: Spider's Web, by Joe Brown and Ian McNaught-Davis; Wen Slab, by Peter Crew and Don Whillans; and Tyrannosaurus Rex, by Laurie and Les Holliwell, and Janet Rogers. This was the first color live climbing program on BBC, following on from the success of earlier programs such as the ascent of the Old Man of Hoy in 1967.

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Chris Brasher

Chris Brasher

Self

Joe Brown

Joe Brown

Self

Peter Crew

Peter Crew

Self

Ian McNaught-Davis

Ian McNaught-Davis

Self

Janet Rogers

Janet Rogers

Self

Don Whillans

Don Whillans

Self

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