It's been hot again in the Peak District, although it certainly hasn't stopped people climbing. Plenty of climbing teams have been out on the Eastern Edges and in the Limestone Dales, with the Peak being busy generally due to numerous village festivals.

With temperatures in the Hope Valley rising above 30 degrees for the next couple of days it might be worth going for some venues in the shade. Anywhere north facing will be a welcome relief at the moment e.g. Burbage South, Kinder Scout's northern edges, Wimberry, Staden Quarry, Willersley etc..

For anybody interested in a challenge Edale Mountain Rescue Team have recently arranged the "Nine Edges Endurance" on Sunday 17th September. This sponsored event is an opportunity to raise much needed funds by climbing routes on all the eastern edges. For more details visit http://www.edalemountainrescue.co.uk

The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) has recently updated its Regional Access Database with new information regarding access agreements and restrictions. This fully updated service can be viewed at http://www.climbingcrags.co.uk