Helvellyn via the Edges

Helvellyn via Striding Edge & Swirral Edge

The classic Helvellyn ascent via Swirral and Striding Edges. England's third highest mountain gives fabulous 360° panoramic views on a clear day.

Working our way up to the famous Red Tarn, enjoying the splendour of the Red Tarn bowl under the flanks of Helvellyn, our journey will take us along, up and over Striding Edge to summit Helvellyn before descending via Swirral Edge.

The charm of Helvellyn is the surprise view from the summit. This can be shrouded in cloud, but many days you can watch it rise and fall, revealing extraordinary views over the Lake District mountains, before disappearing in seconds. Clouds can roll like waterfalls over Striding and Swirral Edges, too – the surprise awaits you, and you can never tell until you reach the top!

On a clear day, 360° views of the Lake District fells can leave you speechless.

This route may be adapted, depending on the weather conditions and wind direction. We may begin with Swirral Edge, or only one edge may be walked – each day is different and your safety is paramount.

This walk is not for the faint-hearted and we must stress the severity of the edges. Steep drops fall away on both sides of each ridge. The ridges are classed as easy scrambles and this is more than just a walk: the ridge sections will be much more 'hands on' than simply wandering along a path!

If our route changes, our guides will still give you an experience to remember.

£175 first walker + £25 each additional walker up to 8 people. For 9 or more, get in touch for a quote.

Alternative and easier routes to summit Helvellyn are also available