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S. W. Herford plaque

Commemorative plaque
S. W. Herford plaque
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This commemorative plaque records: S.W. Herford (1891-1916) He led many notable climbs in the Lake District and is best known for the first ascent of the central buttress of Scafell. This window was given by the late C. E. Montague as a memorial to his friend and climbing companion. It was originally placed in Platt Chapel, Manchester and was transferred to the Outward Bound Mountain School at Eskdale in 1976
S. W. Herford was a notable climber of the early 20th century, best known for leading the first ascent of the central buttress of Scafell in the Lake District, significantly contributing to British mountaineering history.

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