This was our first experience climbing an Irish sea stack, aptly named The Needle. Intimidatingly exposed but superb climbing, though a little green in patches. Only reached by abseil so make sure to bring an extra ab rope with you and leave it hanging. A curious seal came to say hello just before we began climbing. Bring lots of snacks… once you’re down on platform beneath The Needle, only option is climbing out.

Atop the Needle

The climbable Needle from above