Medical Hazards
The path is 3 miles (5km) long and involves 1200 plus steps. The path is steep and visitors can suffer from over exertion - please consider your general ability to complete the walk.
Visitors will be descending and climbing an access path which is 250 metres high and over 200 metres long with gradients as steep as 1:4. Visitors should let the Guide know if they experience shortage of breath or chest pains.
Personal Health Conditions
The terms and conditions include medical conditions. If visitors suffer from any of the following conditions and have any concerns, they should speak to a member of the team before setting off on the tour:
Heart conditions, hypertension, Angina, Asthma, shortness of breath, joint issues affecting mobility especially knees and back, diabeties Type 1 or 2 or epileptic seizures.
Visitors will be experiencing the sound of crashing waves, high winds and birds which might cause sensory problems. If any visitors have autism and may be affected by this, they should speak to staff.
If visitors feel tired or fatigued at any time on the tour, let the guide know who will arrange for other staff to escort them back safely.
Visitors may be exposed to animal droppings on the handrails of the path. Anti-bacterial gel will be provided and it is recommended to wash hands thoroughly on return to the visitor centre.
If any visitors are carrying an EPI-pen on the tour they should let the guide know before the tour departs.
Hazards particular to the environment.
Rock fall
Measures are taken to manage the potential for rock fall. In undertaking this walk, visitors accept that they may be exposed to such events and understand they could cause serious harm.
Un-even steps/ surfaces
The path has approximately 1200 steps - these are natural features and uneven and can cause a trip hazard. The guide will carry out a final check of footwear. Boot laces must be tightly tied.
Waves
Visitors will be passing along sections of the cliff path which are just metres above the sea which get splashing from waves especially during high tide or strong winds. In stormy conditions staff may ask visitors to move through these areas in smaller groups along with additional staff. This is normal practice. However, if staff decide that the waves are dangerous, visitors will return to the visitor centre from this point.
Helmets
All visitors are required to wear a bump helmet while undertaking their tour. Please note that nothing can be worn underneath the helmet as the integrity of the helmet requires contact with the wearer. The guide will demonstrate the proper way to fit the helmet.
Practical Rules
Visitors must always listen to your guide at all times, they are there for your safety.
ASSI
This cliff path passes through an area which has been classified as an Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI) and there is a legally binding obligation to comply with the ASSI’s protocols. Visitors are not able to take any fauna, rocks or wildlife of any kind from the path.
Foodstuffs
Foodstuffs of any kind are not permitted on the path as this can have an impact on the birds and wildlife. Visitors are encouraged to take a bottle of water.
Clothing/ Bags/ Keys
It is recommended to take a light raincoat. Rucksacks or handbags are not permitted on the path. Complimentary lockers are provided just outside the briefing room for storage of bags or other personal equipment.
Cameras
Cameras are permitted on the path but must be slung around the neck to ensure visitors have their hands free. No selfie sticks or ipads are permitted.
Leaving the pathway
Visitors are not permitted to stray away from the pathway onto the cliffs for any reason, this could be highly dangerous for the individual.
Toilets
There are no toilets on the path so visitors should use the washroom facilities prior to boarding the bus.
