Has anyone Searched by here ?
www.google.co.uk/maps/@52.9412172,-2.221616,441m/data=!3m1!1e3
Yes - they have been searched.
Not sure on that one. Is that Woodview Farm
I know these caves well. There are a couple of small ledges where one could get up and stay without being seen if they were a good climber or had the right access gear. For quickness if anyone wants to help me check just by footing my specialist ladder for me I'm willing have a look. I have some very powerful lights so darkness not an issue. On the other hand Staffs Search and Rescue might have been up to these ledges already.
Yes your right about the ledges etc I think it's work a second look on top of the ledges etc
i can help you look but i dont have transport.
Where you based Chris?
halmerend near audley
Okay, Chris, that's possible for me. Will be in touch.
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Emma Louise Did Joshua Like Fishing or Hunting ? Clay Pigeon Shooting etc ? He would need a Location with food wouldnt he ? Especially after Two weeks
Did any one go back to beech caves and check on the top ledges inside the cave??? Some one on ere mentioned it but can't find the post
I can't climb else I would go check my self :/
Like · Reply · 1 · 11 November at 11:39
I'm going this afternoon with all my access kit in case its needed for a thorough search. If anyone can foot a specilaist ladder for me it will speed things up.
Like · Reply · 1 · 11 November at 12:50
If you need any assist I'm free as just finished work.. Happy to help 😊
Like · Reply · 1 · 11 November at 12:56 · Edited
Matthew, that would be grand. I'll pm you.
Like · Reply · 11 November at 12:58
- just sent you a message. I'm still learning this Facbook stuff so hope its got through.
Like · Reply · 1 · 11 November at 13:04
I've only just got your message
Like · Reply · 11 November at 14:46
Did any of you guys go to check the caves again??
Like · Reply · 11 November at 15:59
Any luck guys??? Do you need any help I have a spare half hour although not sure what use I will be as I can't climb but if you need any help I can help 👍
Like · Reply · 11 November at 14:33
Searched 2 out of 3 high ledges - clear (hope this gives hope). One of the ledges appears deep from the ground but its very narrow when you get up. The other again appears deceptive from the ground but drops off when you're there - nothing been up here in years. There is a third very high ledge - to access it I need a longer rope and someone on standby. In fact someone has bolted (badly) three climbing bolts up to it and I am convinced the only way into it would be rope access from the outside or a very long ladder from inside. I looked at the top of the cliff in case anyone has been along it and into this window but nothing. Checked the rest of the cliff top and wood (there's a well worn and used path) and over the dell the other side of the road. I don't mind coming back with a longer rope to get onto the the high window but as I might need to alter angle of ropes to aid descent then I do need a ground person. I am convinced though no one has been into this previously from the bit I could get to. I checked a filed in section too that has had some asbestos sheeting dumped. I hope this assessment of clear ledges helps and gives hope. All my thoughts with the family and friends.
Like · Reply · 7 · 11 November at 17:26
Wow you sure did do a good job 👍 I think that's some thing to be ruled out now then I just couldn't get the ledges out my mind cuz of when we used to hang around them I can remember a lad always climbing up and sitting on it.... if you couldn't gain access to the 3rd ledge without rope then pretty sure it's safe to say he wouldn't be up there unless he's known to climb with ropes etc? Thank you for going to check 👍
Like · Reply · 11 November at 17:48
more than welcome
Like · Reply · 11 November at 17:55
Someone has recently added me to this website. I am totally in awe of the dedication and commitment of all concerned. Really hope there is a positive outcome.