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TP3724 - Helvellyn
 
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Grid reference :
NY 34170 15159 map
Type :
Pillar
Condition :
Good Good condition
Flush Bracket :
S5948
OSGB36 Station :
NY11/12
Current use :
none
Historic use :
Secondary
T:UK waypoint :
TP3724
County :
Cumbria
Nearest town :
AMBLESIDE

OSGB36 trig archive spreadsheet - IW
Trig NameOriginal NameNew NameEASTINGNORTHINGHEIGHTORDERTYPE OF MARKComputing DateCLASS OF LEVELLINGDate of LevellingLEVELLING DATUMDESTROYED MARK INDICATORCOMMENTS
HelvellynNY11/12NY11S012334170.19515158.87949.1472PILLAR01/06/1952201/06/1952N0

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There are 241 photos for this trigpoint (view album).

This trigpoint:
Is ranked joint 75th with 6 other trigs (more).
Has a mean score of 7.78/10 (from 466 logged visits)
Was First logged: 11th Aug 1955
Was Last found intact: 25th Oct 2023
Was Last logged: 17th Mar 2024

Of the 466 logged visits,
62 recorded a location and of these....
All were within 76356m
The average error was 2545m
9 were exact

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Selection of photos for this Pillar.

knelt on the top
©Andrew hunt

By Topofthemoor

By Topofthemoor

By Topofthemoor

©Alisoncau
View of final ascent from Swirls car park side
By adventure_stricken

©lauralj84
S5948 - Spider
By NeverLost
See 233 more in the album.

Logged Visits:

Not Logged 17th Mar 2024  03:55  by Fran41

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 3rd Feb 2024  19:59  by Fran42

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 25th Oct 2023  12:54  by Andrew hunt

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

knelt on the top ©Andrew hunt


Not Logged 19th Oct 2023  14:56  by Freyswain85

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 23rd Sep 2023  12:45  by Topofthemoor

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

Catstye Cam, Swirral Edge, Helvellyn, Striding Edge, Birkhouse Moor. Fantastic day with Hiking Buddies U.K

Helvellyn
Helvellyn
Helvellyn


Good condition 21st Sep 2023  14:19  by Blong

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 5th Sep 2023  12:50  by campagvelocet

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

First visit for over 30 years. Nice on top, far too hot lower down.


Not Logged 24th Aug 2023  08:46  by Dubvine

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 20th Jul 2023  10:15  by Nicky & Mick

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 20th Jul 2023  08:40  by The Morgan Way

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Harder walking down than up 🤣


Not Logged 14th Jun 2023  20:52  by BigBensaadi

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 2nd Jun 2023  15:43  by The Cache Hoppers

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

First Wainwright bagged 11 June 2005. May Bank Holiday week trip to Lakes to bag some more! Bit of a gap :-D


Good condition 20th Apr 2023  11:46  by dadu 13

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

This was one of the hardest accents I've ever done, really warm and very steep on the way up. Snow on the ground, very windy and exposed at the summit with wonderful views. And then those steps on the way down, brilliant 🍾

©dadu 13


Good condition 8th Apr 2023  12:00  by SebastienCale

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Stunning Easter Saturday out Nuttall bagging. Up from Patterdale over Striding Edge.


Good condition 4th Apr 2023  14:56  by nozzer

Gridref: NY 34170 15150   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

I think this is my 3rd visit this time log the trig


Good condition 27th Mar 2023  10:31  by HarryH

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 18th Mar 2023  14:25  by Madgebabes

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10

Stunning but scary walk over striding edge to Helvellyn summit. Absolutely no views due to cloud coverage but loved every second anyway

©Madgebabes


Good condition 13th Feb 2023  10:51  by [email protected]

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Beautiful day up top.


Good condition 9th Feb 2023  10:37  by Alisoncau

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

©Alisoncau
©Alisoncau


Not Logged 8th Feb 2023  21:14  by TrackingTrigs

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 2nd Jan 2023  13:55  by DeniseMc

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

at least 4 previous ascents since 1993 but first time logged. Trig not at HP but superb location. brick built. Snowy, sunny, cold and windy today with views of the Cheviot


Slightly damaged 14th Nov 2022  12:00  by adventure_stricken

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 10/10

10/10 for views - when it's not claggy! 2nd time summiting and 2nd time no views, 40mph+ winds. I'll get that clear day eventually :-)

View of final ascent from Swirls car park side
40mph+ winds and serious clag!


Good condition 8th Oct 2022  00:00  by ThePowells

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Early start arriving at car park next to Highpark Wood. Up Helvellyn Gill with fantastic views over Thirlmere. Steep accent but decent path but with large boulders in places. Views good until around 850m. Trig all to ourselves at the top. Very enjoyable if tough on the knees going down.


Good condition 6th Oct 2022  16:49  by ady650b

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 17th Aug 2022  19:52  by jerryhatrick

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

What a day. Walked from Sykeside campsite near Brotherswater. Ascended Dove Crag via the beautiful Dovedale before working across the ridge summiting Harts Crag, Fairfield, Dollywagon Pike and finally Helvellyn. Lovely day and superb views of the whole district. Trig very popular as you can imagine but in good nick all things considered as it takes a battering with people mounting it. Cap is missing. Retraced my steps back and can barely move now, dread to think how much ascending and descending I've done today!


Good condition 23rd Jul 2022  11:16  by brit_97

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 11th Jul 2022  22:10  by Thomas David Whitaker

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10

Wall to wall sunshine. Parked at Dunmail Raise and walked through the woods to pick up the Wythburn zig-zag route to reach the ridge and then a quick hop to the summit. Pillar is a bit tatty, but considering the thousands of walkers who interact with the pillar, it probably isn't surprising. Stunning views today. Returned via Grisedale Tarn and Seat Sandal.


Good condition 7th Jul 2022  14:05  by MPD

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Not Logged 30th Jun 2022  12:51  by ajs1664

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10


Not Logged 24th Jun 2022  13:12  by matty1971b

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10

If there is one trig to visit, then this is the one on a clear day, done via Striding edge


Good condition 24th Jun 2022  12:46  by Roadrunred

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Up thereon the top ©Roadrunred


Not Logged 23rd Jun 2022  11:30  by tcooling94

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10


Not Logged 21st Jun 2022  07:46  by great owl running

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 14th Jun 2022  14:27  by Nottspanther

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 7th Jun 2022  14:45  by Chris M0RSF

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Ascended with Natalie from Swirls Car Park, Thirlmere. Excellent weather and awesome views.

G/LD-003 Helvellyn SOTA activation©Chris M0RSF


Good condition 7th Jun 2022  14:45  by Nats

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Stunning views worth the treck


Not Logged 3rd Jun 2022  18:27  by Stevie L

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

Classic walk over striding edge


Not Logged 19th May 2022  15:18  by istolethursday

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10


Good condition 17th May 2022  13:00  by itchy-trigger-finder

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Bagged via ebike with mates.

©itchy-trigger-finder
©itchy-trigger-finder


Good condition 14th May 2022  09:39  by Snoot

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 17th Apr 2022  08:51  by JoeNTMY

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Beautiful walk up Helvellyn via Swirral Edge and Striding Edge


Good condition 23rd Mar 2022  13:54  by Smudger13

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Easily the best TP to date. Brilliant sunshine on climb up from Glenridding, easily 20°C, so was surprised to see snowy peaks at the summit. Scrambled the Striding Edge route - not for the faint of heart! Chill wind at the top, but stunning views. 9mi round trip in total.


©Smudger13


Good condition 23rd Mar 2022  03:32  by Mark-UKUS

FB Number: S5534  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Climbed Helvellyn from Glenridding.


Not Logged 18th Mar 2022  12:00  by Trimarc2

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10

Great scenery but too busy for my taste


Not Logged 13th Mar 2022  13:20  by fowkesbethany

FB Number: S6948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 22nd Nov 2021  14:31  by kenjoalejandro

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Kenneth Alexander Cold but good


Good condition 10th Oct 2021  10:30  by TrevSym

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 9th Oct 2021  21:46  by AndyR22

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Slightly damaged 26th Sep 2021  16:19  by adventure_stricken

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 10/10

©adventure_stricken
©adventure_stricken


Good condition 19th Sep 2021  15:43  by Raccey

Gridref: NY 34171 15161   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 2nd Sep 2021  13:00  by poshandbecks

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Lovely day up top, very busy!


Slightly damaged 28th Aug 2021  14:24  by bettyb

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 5/10


Inaccessible 24th Aug 2021  14:00  by COVID Trig Point Challenge

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Inaccessible  Score: 5/10

Inaccessible due to crowds of hikers surrounding it


Good condition 24th Aug 2021  14:00  by COVID Trig Point Challenge

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

‘Inaccessible’ due to crowds of hikers surrounding it!


Not Logged 10th Aug 2021  18:00  by Thomas David Whitaker

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10

Set off from Glenridding, past Greenside Mines and towards Kepple Cove. Then a nice climb up Catstycam NE ridge before the main event up Swirral Edge to reach the Helvellyn pillar for the 8th time.Very windy up top. Descended via Striding Edge to the "Hole in the Wall" with terrific views of Grisedale. My last time on Striding Edge was 11 years ago and it was tougher than I'd remembered,or it's just that I'm 11 years older.


Good condition 2nd Aug 2021  15:24  by wandering_rjt

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Outstanding views, glorious day. Came up from Wythburn car park and back down to Highland and took the forest track back. Went up from Glen ridding the morning after. Sunrise over Glenridding and Ullswater then up via Striding Edge and back via Swirral Edge. Outstanding on day two as well.


Good condition 26th Jul 2021  13:20  by TonyOD

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Repeat visit during a big (and very hot) day out from Rydal. The summit as busy as you'd expect. After the trig pic I dropped down Swirral Edge (or "Squirrel Edge" as I heard a kid call it - sounds much better!) and came back up Striding Edge which was teeming (had to assist a lady who was a wee bit out of her depth), Best part of the day was the wild swim in the cool waters of Grisedale Tarn!


Good condition 8th Jul 2021  17:16  by triggering

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

T, J (too much this day)


Good condition 8th Jul 2021  11:41  by Adybaby72

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: SS594  Condition: Good  Score: 4/10

Bob Graham recce run - not much to see, as the clad was down


Not Logged 27th Jun 2021  13:06  by Fremington

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 26th Jun 2021  19:44  by Dawn56

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10


Good condition 15th Jun 2021  11:29  by Jodie-trigs

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Walked up via striding edge and down swirral edge. Great views from the trigpoint.

Helvellyn Trigpoint
Helvellyn Flush Bracket


Not Logged 12th Jun 2021  11:30  by Tarr3n

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10


Good condition 26th May 2021  16:15  by Duncan68

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

©Duncan68


Not Logged 18th May 2021  10:55  by wandering.thomases

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 16th May 2021  12:02  by Penno3

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 1st May 2021  14:34  by joebee98

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Did the edges with dad and chloe this time. Pretty clear skies providing good views. Slight showers of snow and hail about. Trig in good nick

Flush bracket
Dad trig
Striding Edge


Good condition 1st May 2021  00:00  by Axe Edge

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

The vista from this hill never fails to take my breath away, today conditions were 10/10. The pillar is slightly lower than the actual top. Visited many times, usually at night on a BGR attempt. Next week navigating in daylight. This is for Tebay services and the ritual of a 7 item breakfast.....and you could sit inside and eat!!!!! Pubs/cafes are still a no no.


Good condition 17th Apr 2021  10:48  by hlouisew

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

A walk I did raising money for Alzheimer's Society


Good condition 27th Nov 2020  13:10  by jlc

Gridref: NY 34170 15160   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Sticks pass, Clough Head, along the tops to the summit and back to Sticks Pass


Not Logged 8th Oct 2020  08:42  by MGT67

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10


Good condition 29th Sep 2020  09:56  by DelBoyF63

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Fantastic views


Good condition 17th Sep 2020  10:15  by retired trigger

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 9th Sep 2020  11:55  by coinea

Gridref: NY 34172 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Up tourist path from Thirlmere. Great views but really strong wind.

S5948 Helvellyn


Good condition 6th Sep 2020  15:00  by 22thenext500

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Third time to the TP over the years - and despite the crowds it never disappoints.


Not Logged 24th Aug 2020  17:07  by lauralj84

Gridref: NY 34168 15158   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

©lauralj84
©lauralj84
©lauralj84


Not Logged 24th Aug 2020  15:46  by lauralj84

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 6th Aug 2020  11:19  by Ian Robinson

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Not Logged 29th Jul 2020  14:01  by jonnyallenuk

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 24th Jul 2020  16:17  by samanthachilcott

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 24th Jul 2020  12:45  by itchy-trigger-finder

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

With the family

©itchy-trigger-finder


Good condition 21st Jul 2020  12:00  by sheepsocks

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Repeat log after 9 yrs. This time parked at Patterdale Cricket Club (much cheaper than Glenridding!). Up via Hole-in-the-Wall, Catstye Cam, Swirral Edge, Helvellyn, Nethermost Pike, Dollywagon Pike. Descended via The Tongue directly to Ruthwaite Lodge; no path and steep down the scree-filled gully, but a lot shorter than the normal descent via Grisedale Tarn. Helvellyn Summit seething with walkers, runners, dogs, and a couple of cyclists.

A very busy day on Helvellyn


Not Logged 3rd Jul 2020  09:35  by Derek Pickles

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 18th Mar 2020  12:50  by Olin

FB Number: S5594  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 29th Dec 2019  13:10  by Megan

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 4th Dec 2019  10:14  by paulxtr

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

From the Wythburn Church car park. First ascended Helvellyn in 2004 but don't recall visiting the pillar so couldn't count it as a bag. Like Scafell Pike yesterday I had the summit to myself. Low cloud - no view.

Helvellyn ©paulxtr


Good condition 18th Nov 2019  18:46  by lauralj84

Gridref: NY 34246 15110   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

got to the trig during nightfall took a long walk up and it was worth it , most definetly one of the greatest days of my life. i had gone the previous month but my ex freind ruined it by smoking 4 joints and having a paranoid melt down


Good condition 8th Nov 2019  15:44  by The Trudges

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Started the day with sunshine by the time we'd got to swirral edge it fogged out and was snowing when we reached the summit so sadly no views, typical English weather. Went back 8 month later weather excellent but cold on top with excellent views as far as the eye could see, trig in great condition

Trig July 20
Flush Bracket ©The Trudges
Spider©The Trudges
Trig November 19
Trig October 20


Good condition 23rd Oct 2019  13:15  by Lippymac81

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 30th Sep 2019  11:45  by Jeff Trig Point

Gridref: NY 34166 15161   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

©Jeff Trig Point


Not Logged 1st Sep 2019  14:00  by zsummers87

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10


Good condition 8th Aug 2019  12:15  by je448

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Amazing location, reached via Striding then down Swirral.


Not Logged 2nd Aug 2019  16:24  by BizBoff

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 1st Aug 2019  10:48  by Mr Rant

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Ascended via Striding Edge. Great views all the way up until the cloud descended onto us.


Good condition 1st Aug 2019  10:48  by Mr Rant

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Approached via Striding Edge. Gorgeous views on the way up.


Good condition 29th Jul 2019  09:17  by Beagle

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 16th Jul 2019  16:14  by TonyOD

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Visited during remote supervision of a Gold DofE group on their qualifying expedition. Walked up from Legburthwaite via Stybarrow Dodd, Raise, White Side, Lower Mann. Great conditions and visibility, low chopper flyover. Dropped to Grisedale Tarn for a cracking wild camp.


Good condition 24th May 2019  12:38  by TrainSPLOTer

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

On the hills for a day's geocaching so stopped here to note down the flush bracket number and complete an earthcache and virtual geocache.


Not Logged 19th May 2019  10:40  by Leviathan

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 15th May 2019  09:10  by storriecharlie

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 14th May 2019  14:16  by theposhbloke

Gridref: NY 34170 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 11th May 2019  22:22  by Espressoman

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Ace walk from Glenridding and via Striding Edge.


Good condition 4th May 2019  00:00  by itchy-trigger-finder

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

With the boys, no photo


Good condition 2nd May 2019  11:39  by robcross

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Not Logged 21st Apr 2019  13:15  by drempels

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 23rd Mar 2019  14:36  by Pritch227

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

up from wythburn cp, outstanding!!!

©Pritch227


Good condition 23rd Mar 2019  14:36  by WuzzerL

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Truly amazing!!!!!

©WuzzerL


Good condition 14th Feb 2019  07:58  by Dave Kent

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Good condition, great views.


Good condition 26th Jan 2019  13:00  by nb221

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 17th Jan 2019  12:30  by joebee98

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Got the 599 to Grasmere then walked up Little tongue to Grizedale Tarn, then onto Dolly Waggon and Nethermost Pike before reaching Helvellyn. Clear skies allowed for great views across the whole of the lakes

Flush Bracket
TrigPoint


Slightly damaged 24th Nov 2018  14:12  by G6WTM

Gridref: NY 34171 15161   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 5/10

Walking leader for 16th Harrogate Scouts Mountaineering Weekend. Leading a group of scouts starting from Dunmail Raise walked Dollywaggon Pike, High Crag, Nethermost Pike and Helvellyn returning via The Swirles. Also remote supervised another group on the same route and a third that ascended via Birk Side direct to the summit. Weather: Fine clear day, good visibility on summits and to the east, some cloud on summits to the west, wind light, snow line approx. 900m.


Good condition 28th Sep 2018  13:46  by smithcox

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Weather today was stunning. We parked in the Glenridding car park and ascended up Helvellyn via Swivel edge. My second visit to Hellvellyn.Previously I was not bagging Trigpoints

Mr S at the trigpoint ©smithcox


Not Logged 24th Sep 2018  12:00  by Dan Baddeley

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 20th Sep 2018  11:46  by Lucyparsnips

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10



Good condition 12th Sep 2018  14:00  by MorrisD45

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Claiming this as a retrospective. Was here whilst in the Lake District on final training for Kilimanjaro. Have photo of trig with selfie, FB visable in photo.


Good condition 27th Aug 2018  11:35  by Amanda460&baba

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Proposal at the trig!


Not Logged 13th Aug 2018  21:38  by mcbiydw2

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 5th Aug 2018  12:00  by PirateTrickster

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Great hike up to the summit with my two boys. Note that trig point not quite at the summit, actual summit about 50 metres away (and about 1 metre higher). Amazing to think that in 1926 a plane was landed at the top - see the memorial stone just south of the summit.


Good condition 14th Jul 2018  12:00  by AndyS

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 8th Jul 2018  08:22  by The PITZ

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Ticking off Helvellyn with Jan & doing a bit of Geocaching at the same time. Absolutely awesome views & a great 2 hour walk up from Swirls.


Slightly damaged 11th Jun 2018  11:14  by massedgadget

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 8/10


Good condition 10th Jun 2018  13:00  by Biffin

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Not Logged 10th Jun 2018  13:00  by GrowlerOutdoor

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10


Good condition 30th May 2018  10:30  by dugswell2

FB Number: S5948   Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Misty on top. YHA Helvellyn to Birkhouse Moor to Catstye Cam to Helvellyn to Helvellyn Lower Man to Browncove Crags to White Side to Raise to Stand to Sheffield Pike to Heron Pike and then finally Glenridding Dodd before heading back up the road to YHA Helvellyn.


Good condition 21st May 2018  19:28  by FrankR

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

A surprisingly long and arduous walk


Good condition 6th May 2018  15:02  by skifans

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Came up from Glenriding along Swirral edge and then descended back into Thirspot. Took me a little over 4 hours. Very busy today along the ridge which was good fun. Views were arguably better along the ridge rather then at the summit, but there isn't the space to stop and admire it sadly.

©skifans
©skifans


Good condition 5th May 2018  16:45  by pickle

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 5th May 2018  11:59  by Jordanelouise

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 21st Apr 2018  18:01  by Delta68

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

A fantastic walk up to the trigpoint in sunshine.


Good condition 11th Dec 2017  21:44  by painterman61

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Yet another great visit to this fine old mountain lots of ice very cold needed care to summit.Trig in vgc covered in rime ice bumped into weatherline fell accessor John Bennett he took a reading of minus 15 wind chill and minus 5 air temperature.Was glad of my flask of hot oxtail soup with two mini pork pies inside they warmed me up no end!

Its me ©painterman61
Trig ©painterman61
trig ©painterman61
John surveys the situation ©painterman61


Good condition 3rd Dec 2017  13:40  by greenbell

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Great walk, yomp up from Glencoyne with partial inversions, up Raise and then into the spectral cloud/occluded sun. Just about got a view of Red Tarn, highest mountain of the year and highest trig-made all the more magical by a flock of snow buntings near the top.




Good condition 2nd Dec 2017  00:00  by Dan McCaffrey

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10


Good condition 18th Nov 2017  12:26  by Loz&Bib

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 26th Oct 2017  22:19  by Wayne Mac

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 27th Sep 2017  10:21  by Shutuplegs54

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Amazing walk via striding edge


Not Logged 23rd Sep 2017  14:30  by HiyaHillers

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 6th Sep 2017  13:59  by tigger4242

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Up from Thirlmere. Heavy mist no views

©tigger4242


Good condition 2nd Sep 2017  10:37  by underhill

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 23rd Aug 2017  00:00  by SWARM

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Our first time up Helvellyn and lovely views today.

©SWARM


Good condition 2nd Jul 2017  15:55  by alewis1

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

©alewis1
©alewis1


Not Logged 18th Jun 2017  17:30  by Thomas David Whitaker

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

If you define fell walking perfection as reaching the top of a magnificent mountain by an exciting scramble of a route, being rewarded with an exhilarating view in all directions in glorious sunshine and a refreshing breeze to cool a sweaty brow; then today Helvellyn ticked every box .Arrived from the wonderful Catystycam, up Swirral Edge and traveled on to Glenridding Dodd via 4 more Wainwrights.The pillar's position on the edge of the crags falling away to Red Tarn is superb. My 7th visit here.


Not Logged 9th Jun 2017  16:10  by AsherMarley

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10


Good condition 28th May 2017  14:01  by g4wsb

Gridref: NY 34171 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

©g4wsb
©g4wsb
©g4wsb


Good condition 7th May 2017  08:19  by simondavis2012

Gridref: NY 34259 15086   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 28th Apr 2017  13:50  by bwm

Gridref: NY 34166 15168   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 14th Apr 2017  12:18  by painterman61

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Walked up from Patterdale YHA and over striding edge had fun at the tower had forgotten how to down climb it! Was dead lucky with the weather which was sunny with no wind on the way up and just about stayed clear at the trig which is in vgc but the flush has been painted gold.Great day out with good company now to the Kirkstone inn for tea,

Striding Edge ©painterman61
Looking back ©painterman61
trig ©painterman61
top ©painterman61
Gold Flush ©painterman61


Good condition 11th Apr 2017  13:30  by vw_keychain

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Walked up from the car park next to Thirlmere. Ascent took 2 and a half hours. Top in cloud today with no views and strong cold wind. Descent took 2 hours following the same route.


Slightly damaged 27th Mar 2017  16:02  by ger

Gridref: NY 97797 10276   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 9/10

Ah, the once often visited Helvellyn! Condition of pillar a little difficult to Classify (almost good condition) - stone built - spider plugged (tar?) . Pillar is a bit wonky, but the basic problem is bits of mortar missing. Views very good.


Not Logged 19th Mar 2017  00:00  by Dr_Pepper

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 14th Feb 2017  13:10  by mountainwanderer

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

©mountainwanderer


Good condition 11th Feb 2017  22:06  by theratcliffefive

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Was covered in ice and Snow. -15Deg C.

Cold, Long, Hard slog up Swirral to bag this! ©theratcliffefive


Good condition 5th Feb 2017  12:40  by hdesgranges

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

©hdesgranges


Slightly damaged 23rd Dec 2016  11:15  by Anlasair

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 30th Nov 2016  00:00  by Beau T

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 25th Nov 2016  13:00  by Come on boots, lets go

Gridref: NY 34200 15100   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Deep snow, fantastic day.

Snow all around


Good condition 25th Jul 2016  09:22  by We TRye hard

Gridref: NY 34171 15160   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

parked at NY 31611 17310 an slogged up the direct route. Cloud base at 600m and horizontal rain from there.

©We TRye hard
©We TRye hard


Good condition 17th Jul 2016  14:00  by ThomasHindley

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Not the highest but definitely the hardest and most exhilarating mountain we have hiked up so far, taking in a thrilling traverse of the Striding Edge ridge. The summit offered us magnificent views on a lovely sunny day.

©ThomasHindley


Good condition 25th Jun 2016  15:53  by Robert Phillips

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 11th Jun 2016  11:39  by Just-us-Two

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

A day out walking and caching but primarily to visit this trig. Visibility poor when visited.


Good condition 16th May 2016  10:35  by andypad

Gridref: NY 34171 15158   FB Number: 5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

©andypad


Good condition 9th May 2016  07:34  by The RockKnocker

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Set off at 04:45 from the farm camp site and climbed Birkhouse Moor to watch the sunrise. See the video at the link below. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdpVBK4rbAA


Good condition 19th Apr 2016  15:50  by Jaclyn80

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 15th Feb 2016  13:16  by plet56

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 16th Jan 2016  14:15  by MarkMedhurst

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

©MarkMedhurst


Good condition 27th Oct 2015  12:00  by ms123

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10


Slightly damaged 19th Oct 2015  13:34  by Stuart Cowan

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 9/10

Stone built trig point with some graffiti. Rusting padlock attached to loop next to spider. Stunning views!

Helvellyn Trig Point Spider Looking to Ullswater
Trig Point Helvellyn Trig Point


Good condition 17th Oct 2015  13:50  by pendlelill

Gridref: NY 34171 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

up striding edge down swirral edge. no views this time up, cloud swirling about. still lots of people around

trig ©pendlelill


Good condition 10th Sep 2015  14:51  by Downfaller

Gridref: NY 34171 15155   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

First of two days Wainwright bagging needed to pass via summit trig on route down Swirral Edge to Catstycam. Lovely day, visibility good and a fair few people at the summit as you would expect. Last on the summit sometime in the mid seventies so nice to catch up with the splendour of Helvellyn's ridges and spectacular summit views.


Not Logged 9th Sep 2015  16:00  by Jim Hawkins

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

At last


Good condition 8th Aug 2015  00:00  by Anthony

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 6th Aug 2015  19:58  by GM7something

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

No views due to cloud but a return visit will be in order...


Not Logged 5th Aug 2015  17:53  by G4CFS

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 1st Aug 2015  09:00  by victron1987

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

Beautiful up there! Amazing views.Trig not hard to spot.


Good condition 31st Jul 2015  20:40  by Crazygirafe

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 25th Jul 2015  10:31  by agentmancuso

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Great fun on Striding Edge on a clear morning with no wind. Pillar in great condition for a stonebuilt that gets so many visitors.


Good condition 23rd Jul 2015  12:38  by staggie34

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Led some mates over Striding Edge in great weather but rain and cloud at the summit.


Good condition 3rd Jul 2015  00:00  by Wildfell

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

visited whilst geocaching


Good condition 1st Jul 2015  11:00  by DGW

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 25th May 2015  00:00  by beckroad

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Parked eastern shore of Thirlmere next to a church near Wythburn. No views today from the summit.


Good condition 23rd May 2015  14:48  by Earby Rambler

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

We parked up on grass verge below Dunmail Raise,then set off to Wythburn car park to start the walk.We came back down via Grisedale Tarn Willie Wife Moor path,straight back to car.Fantastic day & a pint at The Travellers Rest.

Trig.
Panoramic View looking West
Panoramic View looking North
Memorial
Landing Strip


Not Logged 4th May 2015  00:00  by carolje

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 18th Apr 2015  11:30  by Borderer

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Parked in the the lay-by near to The Swirls car park avoiding the ridiculous £7.50 parking charge and followed the path via Browncove Crags. Great weather so followed the ridge along to Clough Head Pillar. Very busy.

©Borderer
©Borderer


Good condition 15th Apr 2015  00:00  by explorer_olway

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Found as YOSM 586. Parked at Thirlmere Car Park and paid £4 for 4 hours - more than enough time. Took us 1hr 40 mins to get to TP and 1 hr 20 mins down. Snow still at top on slopes.

TP3724 ©explorer_olway
TP3724 ©explorer_olway


Good condition 27th Mar 2015  09:00  by jrcking

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

A jog from Glenridding, up Striding Edge and down Swirral edge. I enjoyed it! Lovely.


Good condition 14th Mar 2015  12:27  by slateloose

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Still lots of snow on the tops and very cold .Walked up from Thirlmere car park. The visibility at the summit wasn't too good due to cloud cover but made a very dramatic atmosphere.


Good condition 10th Mar 2015  18:35  by THE CYCLIST

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

After yesterday's rain, the clouds were high with sunny intervals to here, then almost cleared. Below freezing up here with much snow on Eastern slopes.Superb views . An excellent days walking from Ambleside up to Red Scree, then Dove Crag, Fairfield, Dollywaggon Pike. Carried on via Raise to descend Sticks Pass and a bus back.


Good condition 1st Feb 2015  15:24  by painterman61

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Another trip never tire of this one my nearest 3000er,clear skies and lots of snow and ice about..Ultra clear views many on top today especially ice climbers who said the climbing was perfect today with the routes all fully iced up.Trig in vgc someone has attached a love padlock to top so cold was the wind at the top my face was aching with frost bite!

trig ©painterman61
Ski climb walk run ©painterman61
Trig at range ©painterman61
Max likes the snow ©painterman61
View to st sunday crag ©painterman61


Good condition 28th Dec 2014  11:14  by Neil Barnett

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 18th Nov 2014  10:57  by srichy20

Gridref: NY 34161 15157   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10

glorious November Morning ©srichy20
©srichy20
selfie with Helvellyn and Harry ©srichy20


Good condition 31st Oct 2014  14:04  by 1974ed1974

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 19th Sep 2014  14:05  by elaine grayson

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 31st Aug 2014  12:30  by mini mountaineers

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

fantastic climb with our mini mountaineers , great weather , stunning views©mini mountaineers


Good condition 30th Aug 2014  12:18  by fitzydan

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Suberb walk from Glenridding via Striding Edge and returning via Swirral Edge. Top trig on the greatest of all mountains.

The Flush Bracket
Me at the summit Trig


Not Logged 29th Aug 2014  13:29  by Mat Smith

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 19th Aug 2014  12:28  by Griefmiester

Gridref: NY 34170 15160   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Loop from the car park at The Swirls then along to Sticks Pass, Raise, Whiteside Bank, Lower Man, Helvellyn, Nethermost Pike, Birk Side, Coombe Crags, then back along to start. 16.5k in total and 1250m of climbs, great walk, weather was perfect amazing views in all directions. Pillar is in good condition, has to be 10/10 for me. Also my 900th Extant Pillar :)

Pillar & FB
GPS Data


Good condition 9th Aug 2014  10:40  by ArthurH

Gridref: NY 34117 31515   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Difficult to rate as the summit was enfolded in cloud and rain - but I do remember it as a great viewpoint from 35 years ago when I last climbed Helvellyn!


Good condition 26th Jul 2014  16:22  by wavydale

Gridref: NY 34168 91515   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Wow, how fantastic! Have had the idea to get up here since I started regular visits to The Lakes 4 years ago. Route up was via Brown Crag and Whiteside. Today was a little warm but manageable.

Grand day for the climb!


Not Logged 23rd Jul 2014  13:31  by Yukonhuskies

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 10th Jul 2014  12:00  by philandsam

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Amazing, exciting, challenging, exhilarating. The walk up Striding Edge to Helvellyn is all of these things.


Good condition 5th Jul 2014  13:43  by staggie34

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Fine views today. I got a taxi from Patterdale to High Row, Dockray and walked up Clough Head before following the whole ridge back to Patterdale via Helvellyn and Grisedale. A fantastic day!!!!!!!!


Good condition 21st Jun 2014  11:27  by stonestreaker

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

20th time. Up early to avoid the heat and crowds on the longest day. The last patch of English snow melted in the previous week from Brown Cove.

There was snow here last week. ©stonestreaker


Good condition 17th Jun 2014  11:00  by Hydro Navigator

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Not Logged 10th Jun 2014  13:55  by chrisbrearley

Gridref: NY 34169 15154   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10


Not Logged 8th Jun 2014  12:07  by bambam897

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10

Back again to Helvellyn, similar route up along Striding Edge but this time back down Swirrel Edge and over to Catstyle Cam.


Good condition 31st May 2014  11:06  by Boz North

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 30th May 2014  00:00  by Ewainman

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

©Ewainman


Good condition 15th Apr 2014  20:13  by TheTrigHunter!

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

lovely walk up go Hellvelyn.

Me and Sam on Hellvelyn. ©TheTrigHunter!


Good condition 31st Mar 2014  11:01  by busdriver59

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Top trig


Good condition 19th Jan 2014  16:55  by Sean_Tither

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Wainwright's 214


Good condition 10th Nov 2013  15:38  by painterman61

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Back again cannot keep away from this one its a favorite of mine ascended many times up with mate doing striding edge in first real snow of the winter. Arrived at trig late in day and had summit to ourselves,golden last of the sun views clear and razor sharp never seen Scotland so well defined from the lakes before.Trig could do with re pointing someone has made a repair with a white common house brick on one corner temp very chilly as sun went down.

Golden trig ©painterman61
Scotland view ©painterman61
mate on striding edge ©painterman61
rescue dog on edge ©painterman61
lone walker ©painterman61
fb ©painterman61
what a butty stop! ©painterman61


Not Logged 7th Oct 2013  18:44  by colpeakbagger

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 19th Aug 2013  15:00  by JimJoolz

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 12th Aug 2013  13:25  by dmacbrew

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10


Good condition 7th Aug 2013  12:56  by amblerbob

Gridref: NY 34169 15164   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Latest in many visits, but first time ascent via Browncove Crags.


Good condition 26th Jul 2013  13:47  by The Geotourers

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Wet and blowing hard and no view from the top due to the low cloud level.


Good condition 13th Jul 2013  12:18  by chrisbrearley

Gridref: NY 34172 15151   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Hike up to Helvellyn from Glenridding via Striding Edge on the hottest day of the year. Was it worth it? Of course it was.


Good condition 12th Jul 2013  13:00  by BasilDowl

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

An 11-mile wander across the Helvellyn Range from Glendridding, taking in Birkhouse Moor, Striding Edge, Helvellyn, Swirral Edge, Catstye Cam, Lower Man, White Side and Raise. Baking hot, knackering, miles of climbing, and a pint that went down like air. Great day.

The pillar ©BasilDowl


Good condition 25th Jun 2013  12:20  by pickle

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Great view from Helvellyn top today. A little hazy but could see as far as Ingleborough.

©pickle


Good condition 9th Jun 2013  09:04  by staggie34

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Ascended after a fantastic wild camp at Hard Tarn. Nobody on the summit except a moutain rescue post. Fine weather, superb camp spot but loads of daddy long legs on descent!


Good condition 25th May 2013  09:55  by Merthyr_boy

Gridref: NY 34168 15161   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 24th May 2013  13:22  by jamiekeighley

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Walked up from Wythburn Car Park, through forest and up steep rocky path. Snowing on way up with cloud covering summit, luckily cleared to show magnificent views all around. Very blustery on top, luckily wind eased on way down for a warm descent.

©jamiekeighley


Not Logged 3rd May 2013  10:00  by db3034

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

Found whilst out geocaching as YOSM GC45CCC.


Good condition 16th Jan 2013  14:23  by painterman61

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Revisit day out tackling edges under snow and ice bitter cold up here today very clear but very high dull sky.Trig still ok not much snow on top.Hard route this in winter takes you longer than you think ended up descending to glenridding in darkness not recommended with black ice all over the footpaths!

trig ©painterman61
Caught in the act ©painterman61
Direct route to the trig ©painterman61
way to glenridding ©painterman61
Helvellyn headwall ©painterman61


Not Logged 27th Oct 2012  21:48  by PeterKirkwood

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 1st Sep 2012  16:10  by stignest

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

2nd visit. not a soul around. from Glenridding via nw ridge catstycam and swirral. overnighted near Grisedale tarn having also climbed Seat Sandal. off next morning over St Sunday crag.


Good condition 20th Aug 2012  08:04  by Trigger

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

TP3724


Good condition 11th Aug 2012  13:34  by hdke

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 11th Jul 2012  00:00  by Curlew

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 5th Jul 2012  15:38  by stignest

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

finally.. first ascent of Helvellyn and we do it via Striding Edge. A super route and a superb mountain. S.E. isnt as scary as Crib Goch but it still demands respect. trig in good nick. what a glorious place and we had the summit all to ourselves.


Not Logged 3rd Jul 2012  13:33  by bambam897

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10


Good condition 12th Jun 2012  13:03  by martine41

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

From Glenridding, experiencing Striding Edge and getting to the top of Helvellyn is a long awaited achievement and well worth the effort.


Good condition 23rd May 2012  07:13  by Bridgeman

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Started out from 05.40am from the car park at Wythburn and reached the summit at 07.10am on a perfect sunny and warm morning and had the place to myself. This is the way to climb mountains. Pure Magic!

Helvellyn Trig Point ©Bridgeman
Helvellyn Trig Point FB ©Bridgeman


Good condition 20th May 2012  12:36  by shropshire lasses

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

very busy here today great sunny day


Good condition 11th May 2012  13:30  by hotbox16

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Bagged this one after doing striding edge. Was middle of May and it was snowing at the peak.

4 Men, a dog and some snow in May ©hotbox16


Good condition 27th Mar 2012  17:42  by postie grum

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Great views in the Sunshine.


Good condition 27th Mar 2012  15:47  by gazooks

Gridref: NY 34171 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Fantastic views - still a bit of snow about on the protected edges.

Flush Bracket
Pillar + view


Good condition 12th Mar 2012  13:29  by staggie34

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Fantastic Day. Ascended Birkhouse Moor in the clagg then popped out above a temperature inversion on Striding Edge. Awesome views above the cloud. Scafell range, Great Gable, Skiddaw and Blencathra poked their summits above the cloud. Even got a Brocken Spectre!!!!

Striding Edge in Temperature Inversion
Summit
Striding Edge from Helvellyn Trig


Good condition 18th Dec 2011  12:45  by painterman61

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Day in lakes shopping for a new shell jacket might as well do a winter ascent of helvellyn! Lots of snow big avalanche cornice collapse on left hand side of swirral edge today very cold wind views to die for on top.Trig covered in ice fb covered up but done it before so no worries, loads out on top today enjoying the winter wonderland.Even met the weather line fell top assessors going up and coming down!

me at trig ©painterman61
lady walkers cellebrate ©painterman61
Trig showing cornice ©painterman61
trig ©painterman61
Trig ©painterman61


Good condition 27th Oct 2011  00:00  by dogwalking

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 7th Oct 2011  20:51  by Fester

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 1st Oct 2011  13:00  by BLACKCATWHITEFEET

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Brilliant walk along striding edge to get to this one.


Good condition 28th Sep 2011  15:31  by Ron Plasma

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Go on. Youve all done it. You all know its worth the high score for the fun and games on both Striding and Swirrell. For the record - the late September heatwave meant 28 degrees in the valley, but STILL clouds skittling about the tops. Great views. Exciting climb. No crowds. OK 9


Good condition 24th Sep 2011  11:01  by Boz North

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 19th Aug 2011  12:00  by timdoggart

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 13th Aug 2011  15:00  by trigofthedump

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 7th Aug 2011  13:00  by MikeG

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Found as YSM586 Helvellyn - Came up here with StevieP, Mr Truffles, KevW, Penfolio, agrajag and the Penguin boys for Stevie’s 10,000th geocache find


Good condition 30th Jul 2011  15:30  by sheepsocks

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

up Striding Edge and circled via Raise and Sticks Pass back to Glenridding. Perfect weather and great views. Fewer people on the summit than on Snowdon, but didnt hang around. More Wainwrights than trigs today.



Good condition 28th Jul 2011  11:35  by barney1903

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 1st Jul 2011  14:29  by TrigBagger10

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Helvellyn Bagged! ©TrigBagger10
©TrigBagger10
©TrigBagger10


Good condition 25th Jun 2011  17:30  by Griggsy

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

From Glenridding

©Griggsy


Good condition 23rd Jun 2011  13:33  by BILLY COO

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Excellent views.

HELVELLYN FLUSH BRACKET ©BILLY COO
HELVELLYN TRIGPOINT ©BILLY COO


Good condition 4th Jun 2011  13:00  by seanmac

Gridref: NY 34172 15158   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Scores 9 because of striding edge and squirrel edge you just gotta climb up and down these paths!

me at the trig


Good condition 30th Apr 2011  11:03  by Boz North

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 29th Apr 2011  08:56  by GYLincs

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 16th Apr 2011  12:47  by PhilRichards

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Revisited on 31/8/11, 24/4/14, 21/7/14, 23/5/15, 2/6/16, 11/7/16. I like Helvellyn!

TP3724 ©PhilRichards
TP3724 (31/08/2011) ©PhilRichards


Good condition 14th Apr 2011  12:30  by M0NJW

Gridref: NY 34170 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

When the cloud cleared the view was fantastic! Remember to take pound coins for the lake district pay and display machines.


Good condition 27th Mar 2011  00:00  by yt

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 6th Mar 2011  16:00  by Moacky

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Out and about collecting, and placing caches.


Good condition 2nd Jan 2011  10:05  by g4wsb

Gridref: NY 34172 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Fog,freezing mist no view.


Not Logged 27th Nov 2010  15:00  by AndyKeen

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

Perfect winters day


Good condition 24th Sep 2010  11:51  by Brisey

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

A strong northerly wind was forecast so Dan and I abandoned the plan to use Striding Edge and took the shorter but steeper route up from Swirls by Thirlmere. The views were lost well before the summit which loomed sooner than I expected.

TP3724 An inelegantly dressed me.
TP3724 The pillar.
S5948 The flush bracket.
TP3724 top


Good condition 16th Sep 2010  11:51  by mntainman

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 1st Sep 2010  15:30  by painterman61

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Fantastic blue sky day Helped lady and husband cragfast on badstep chimney on edge,went down swirrell edge and up catsecam.Loads of walkers on top!

The Trig ©painterman61
Flush Bracket ©painterman61
trig in the distance ©painterman61
Shorts day at Gough memorial ©painterman61
Nearly up ©painterman61


Good condition 1st Sep 2010  15:12  by dave-harris

FB Number: S5946  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

WAlked here on a warm sunny day



Good condition 28th Aug 2010  10:52  by Boneychest

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Met a chap with a what looked like a TV arial sitting not far from the pillar, turns out he was a radio ham chatting with people all round the world. Great 360 degree views.

View back along Striding Edge


Good condition 24th Aug 2010  12:41  by Big Fish

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Walked up the easy way from Glenridding and up Mires Beck and up to Hole-in-the-Wall and then along the top of Striding Edge, well you have to don't you, following a short slog up the scree slope the shelter was soon reached where it was time for lunch, then bagged the trig and set off back again along to Lower man, across to Whiteside and then took the path around the top of Red Screes and back down into Glenridding passing the Ski Club Hut and Youth Hostel. All in all a very good day out, and the bonus was it was clear on the top

Big Fish @ the Trig
Helvellyn Flush Bracket


Good condition 13th Aug 2010  09:09  by Theo D Lite

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

More like "Hell"velyn. I love this top and been here a few times but it's the first trig I've visited on my belly. Misty but dry with gusty winds at 60-70mph. Camped the night before under Dollywaggon Pike, so had the top to ourselves for as long as we needed


Good condition 8th Aug 2010  12:00  by Trigglets

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Walked up from Thirlmere. Cloud from around 2000'. However, it did clear whilst eating lunch and waiting for the rest of our party who had come via Striding edge. Good views of Ullswater and as far as Scotland.

©Trigglets


Good condition 12th Jun 2010  12:05  by bundys

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

brill day climbing. clear views from trig point. lots of people sitting around trig so could not get a close look, but looked in good condition.


Good condition 7th Jun 2010  14:37  by Brunshaw

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Done many times via different routes.


Good condition 25th May 2010  12:08  by Hartryggers

Gridref: NY 34170 15160   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Birketts CLF walk C/HEL1 Parked in Stanah > Sticks Pass > Raise > White Side > Lower Man Helvellyn > Helvellyn summit cairn the highest point > The trig slightly lower by 1m > Lower Man Helvellyn > Brown Crag > Stanah. Previous visit:- 23/03/2010, 10/07/2009, 24/04/2004, 02/06/1995, 08/06/1978


Good condition 24th May 2010  14:15  by amblerbob

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

On walk over the tops from Dunmail Raise to Stanah on a glorious warm, sunny day with excellent all round views.


Good condition 26th Apr 2010  00:00  by GeoRams

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Fantastic walk up via Striding Edge. Still a bit of snow as well.

Helvellyn FB
Trig


Good condition 10th Apr 2010  11:00  by Dun100an

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Hot day on top, but very busy!


Good condition 8th Apr 2010  12:45  by Rayz53

Gridref: NY 34170 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 2nd Apr 2010  00:00  by Ronaldo333

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 6th Mar 2010  12:30  by CJO

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Brilliant sunny day with occasional atmospheric mist. Superb snow conditions over striding edge return via swirral edge


Slightly damaged 13th Dec 2009  14:13  by Aye Jimmy

Gridref: NY 34172 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 9/10

Stonebuilt, and missing a couple of stones on SE corner. One of many ascents of this splendid hill over the years.

Helvellyn The two black spots near the trig are hungry ravens.
Helvellyn Spider, cap and view towards Ullswater.
Helvellyn The FB.


Good condition 12th Dec 2009  12:37  by Andrew hunt

Gridref: NY 34171 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 10th Oct 2009  15:59  by GIRTy

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

A misty day.

Logged during a Wainwright-bagging session. ©GIRTy


Good condition 8th Aug 2009  12:56  by countrymatters

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Not very clear on top today, but a good day down on Striding Edge.


Good condition 8th Aug 2009  10:42  by thehaggishunter

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Up with the Inca Crew :)


Not Logged 26th Jul 2009  00:00  by gasman

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 9th Jul 2009  11:50  by staggie34

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Via Striding and Swirral Edge again. Went for a pint in White Lion, Patterdale. It was outstanding!


Good condition 3rd Jul 2009  13:00  by RedFerret

Gridref: NY 34163 15155   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Found on a stag do, before I'd registered on this site, in some quite wet weather (Logged as GCGPTF on GC.com). Ascended via Striding Edge, then descended via Swirral Edge.

TP3724 Trigpoint - RedFerret and Bro Very Wet at the Summit.©RedFerret
TP3724 - Bracket


Not Logged 27th Jun 2009  14:00  by ivanidea

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10

Patch low level cloud did not spoil the view or ascent up Striding Edge.


Slightly damaged 21st Jun 2009  10:00  by geek9999

FB Number: S4958  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 10/10


Good condition 21st Jun 2009  00:00  by happycyclist

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 16th Jun 2009  17:25  by melch

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 13th Jun 2009  20:27  by Monki

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

Spotted while walking


Good condition 13th Jun 2009  12:00  by bigtykedog

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 7th Jun 2009  15:00  by GSE1986

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

can't completely remember how the trig point looked, i think it was in good condition.


Good condition 7th Jun 2009  14:00  by iang

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 3rd Jun 2009  12:03  by lolster

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Up Striding edge and down Swirral.Also visited Nethermost Pike, Catstye Cam and Birkhouse Moor. Best walk ever in great weather.Pillar good.


Good condition 25th May 2009  11:29  by sykesfamily

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Bagged on a 12 mile circular route from Helvellyn YHA. Gloriously sunny, clear day with spectacular 360 degree views.

Helvellyn Trig ©sykesfamily
Helvellyn Flush Bracket ©sykesfamily


Not Logged 21st May 2009  00:00  by knobbly stiles

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 18th Apr 2009  11:25  by thehaggishunter

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Came up via Stridding Edge


Not Logged 11th Apr 2009  13:24  by south westerlies

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10

Helvellyn Trigpoint


Good condition 6th Apr 2009  13:29  by NormanW

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 3rd Apr 2009  12:00  by Alfred the great

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Crisp clear day - Snow on top

©Alfred the great


Good condition 2nd Apr 2009  00:00  by ADT

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

From lay-by on A591 nr Thirlspot. With Stephen.


Good condition 24th Mar 2009  12:29  by jonglew

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

On a clear day views are spectacular. March is a cold time in the Lakes, our time to visit each year so we make the most of it. Trig is built of local stone and is in good condition. Ascended over Birkhouse Moor and Striding Edge, descended over Catstye Cam to bag the Wainwrights. A good day's walking.

Pillar TP3724©jonglew


Good condition 18th Nov 2008  11:00  by Morecambe Monkey

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Done via Striding Edge,what a great ridge. Photo from 22/04/2009 visit.

©Morecambe Monkey


Good condition 23rd Aug 2008  06:44  by barnsley skip

Gridref: NY 34173 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Early morning hike from patterdale village via the hole in the wall along striding edge good climb back down via swirral edge and red tarn





Good condition 21st Aug 2008  14:35  by gary&den

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Lovely clear day to see great views in all directions. Striding Edge was well worth the effort.

©gary&den


Good condition 29th Jul 2008  14:30  by Dobunnis

Gridref: NY 34170 15157   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Great up here today view with good views over Striding Edge and Ullswater having climbed up from Thirlmere

H at the trig point overlooking Striding Edge ©Dobunnis


Good condition 28th Jul 2008  11:53  by staggie34

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Ascended from Glenridding via Striding Edge with no queues! Good views but very hazy. Descended Swirral Edge and bagged Catseye Cam for the first time before heading back to car park. Very warm day. Went to Ramblers Bar in Glenridding for a welcome pint after walk and paid over £6.00 for a Guiness and a pint of lemonade! Mad prices.

Trig
Helvellyn Summit


Good condition 26th Jul 2008  13:35  by rutson

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Found while caching


Good condition 13th Jul 2008  10:49  by Lonewalker

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Came up from Glenridding over Striding Edge, the cloud retreating before us as we climbed, to a very cold and windy summit alone apart from 2 others in the shelter. Trig has some slight damage to lower section, but nothing too serious considering the amount of handling it must get. Superb views all around, once the cloud lifted.


Good condition 18th May 2008  14:00  by eddyr

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 12th Apr 2008  02:00  by Sprog

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 8/10


Good condition 17th Feb 2008  00:00  by rupertal

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 19th Jan 2008  12:00  by Sarah_Clough

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 12th Jan 2008  15:35  by Peter Astle

Gridref: NY 34170 15170   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 19th Oct 2007  11:45  by mtb mick

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Come back Michael Fish, all is forgiven. The latest batch of forecasters got it wrong today.Outer shell, hat & gloves needed on summit in thick cloud. First of several mountains bagged on a 12-mile linear walk up Helvellyn Gill to Blencathra Mining Museum. Trig pillar stands alone some distance from the shelter. Couldn't see bugger-all, if you'll excuse the double negative.


Not Logged 26th Sep 2007  12:00  by Garth Fenton

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 7th Sep 2007  00:00  by Roxytammy

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 1st Sep 2007  12:50  by pete37038

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Very cloudy up here today couldn't see a thing, great climb though

Helvellyn Helvellyn 1 ©pete37038
Helvellyn Helvellyn 2©pete37038


Good condition 27th Aug 2007  16:15  by oggysprinks

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Went up after waiting at a check point of D of E groups, spectacular views of striding edge and a search and rescue helicopter!


Good condition 23rd Aug 2007  14:48  by flipflopnick

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Waymarking trip. Been here many times.


Good condition 10th Aug 2007  10:50  by Mr T. P. Bagger

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Poor score only because as I was within 1/4 mile of the summit the cloud descended and there was not a lot to see! However 30 minutes after I had left the summit via Swirrel Edge the conditions became even worse - rain and wind plus cloud! I suppose I could say that I had the best of the day!!


Not Logged 16th Jul 2007  00:00  by claymoreking

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Guessing the date a bit! Before I started keeping a log of my walks.


Good condition 25th Jun 2007  18:29  by Clanfield Rambler

Gridref: NY 34172 15162   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Stone Pillar in Good Conditon a little way from the summit carn. Plug tarmac. Great view from here of Red tarn and striding edge. Ascended by Wythburn path

©Clanfield Rambler


Good condition 15th Jun 2007  08:45  by Ben Jammin

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Wow! Ascended via Striding Edge on a really hot suny day, doesn't get much better than that.


Good condition 3rd Jun 2007  17:25  by mattwaggie

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 3rd Jun 2007  00:00  by Angelina Ballerina

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Big climb but worth it for the trig and virtual in one


Good condition 3rd Jun 2007  00:00  by vix92008

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Superb views. Great cache/trig

S5948 FB


Good condition 24th May 2007  05:26  by South Oxon Stone

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Fantastic views. Came up from Wythburn, but returned by Dollywagon Pike.


Good condition 21st May 2007  11:57  by littlejim

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Great walk over Stridng Edge. Wondeful weather!

©littlejim


Good condition 27th Mar 2007  15:28  by hallings

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Lovely walk and views.

helvellyn trig ©hallings
Proof climbed up! ©hallings
caching too! ©hallings


Not Logged 26th Mar 2007  15:00  by brianleach

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 23rd Mar 2007  00:00  by Border Peat

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

first climbed june 1988

S5948©Border Peat


Not Logged 14th Mar 2007  11:00  by peebs

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Slightly damaged 18th Feb 2007  10:30  by chrisbombington

Gridref: NY 34200 15200   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 9/10

Took the Greenside road from Glenridding and parked near the bunk houses followed path left side of Glenridding Beck up to sheepfold then path alongside Red Tarn Beck up to Red Tarn skirting round Catstye Cam which until this point had hidden any sight of Helvellyn and what a great view this is with the tarn nestling some 750 feet below Helvellyn summit with Stiding Edge and Swirral Edge marching up either side good place for a cup of coffee and decide which way up,went for Striding Edge, no need to follow the path up to the ridge via the hole in the wall its a easy climb straight up the bank between Low and High Spying How,good views from here,there was no striding over Striding Edge as there was still some snow and ice infact I crossed most of the ridge on all fours ! anyway I made it across and after a steep scramble reached the summit,wonderful views all round on a clear sunny morning descended via Lower Man and Whiteside Bank, I did Helvellyn in the mid eighties from the Thirlmere side and found that way up a bit of a drudge unlike the great walk I experienced today.

Helvellyn Trig & inserts FB top view over Catstye Cam towards ullswater
View from Trig Red Tarn and Striding Edge


Good condition 30th Dec 2006  14:00  by staggie34

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Ascended vis Striding Edge and down Swirral Edge. Great stuff in poor weather. We got some good views though.


Good condition 10th Oct 2006  14:13  by manonabike

Gridref: NY 34170 15160   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Thick cloud limited visibility to a few yards, but the motorways up and down are easy to follow, first good climb for me following illness and first ever for two companions. We didn't care about the weather!


Good condition 7th Sep 2006  13:02  by theblack

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Great views across to morecombe bay. Trig in good conditions. Tar plug

Trig and Striding Edge ©theblack


Good condition 30th Jul 2006  10:00  by SteveV

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Great view form the top. Didn't stay long as it was pretty windy. Scurried off to find some shelter

Helvellyn - Looking towards Glenridding
Helvellyn


Good condition 8th Jul 2006  13:00  by weekender

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

RW, GLT & Corrie Dog


Good condition 1st Jul 2006  13:00  by Father Ted

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

I've marked the pillar down as being in good condition even though it had an England flag attached to it at the time, today being the day that Portugal knocked England out of the world cup.


Good condition 17th Jun 2006  11:30  by izzardno2

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

nice summy day today lots of people abot too!!


Good condition 6th May 2006  11:19  by Keefley

Gridref: NY 34173 15158   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

©Keefley


Good condition 23rd Mar 2006  10:55  by m0sgb

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: 5948  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Always good to visit this Summit Covered in snow today ,, Hard acsent

covered in snow©m0sgb
Helicopter in Rescue©m0sgb


Good condition 18th Feb 2006  13:30  by staggie34

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Ascent via Dollywagon Pike and Nethermost Pike from Grisedale Valley. Great views from snow covered top. Should have tested new crampons when coming down Swirral Edge. Very busy on top. Great stone built trig.


Good condition 18th Feb 2006  00:00  by caroleengel

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 7th Jan 2006  12:25  by Chaotica_UK

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Catching up on a few visited Trigpoints.


Good condition 1st Nov 2005  12:00  by barky97

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Good walk up & along Striding Edge. Views are stunning, makes the trip all worth while


Good condition 20th Sep 2005  13:30  by pineapple

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 3rd Sep 2005  14:00  by Ivanhoe

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

2nd visit. Constructed of stone blocks.


Good condition 21st Aug 2005  14:00  by Inukshuk

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 15th Aug 2005  15:19  by g6lkb

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10


Slightly damaged 11th Aug 2005  05:30  by The Rail Yorkie

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 10/10

Me On The Trig Point ©The Rail Yorkie


Not Logged 26th Jun 2005  13:25  by rosieb

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 6th Jun 2005  14:30  by G4OWG

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Ascended via Wythburn path. Excellent Views all the way.


Good condition 31st May 2005  14:30  by scafell3210

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Was it really November 1989 I last passed this way ? Where have the years gone ?

Helvelyn The trig ©scafell3210
Helvellyn Flushbracket ©scafell3210


Good condition 27th May 2005  15:44  by Juicer

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Fantastic 'prize' after a good climb.


Good condition 21st May 2005  12:00  by peregrinus

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

vgc, stonebuilt, bitmac plug, a bit N of cruciform shelter, revisited May05 while helping on a Bob Graham Round - great hill, prev visits ??? & 22/05/1999


Good condition 8th Apr 2005  00:00  by Peripatetic

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Surely the best of trigs? This day was remarkably quiet - I saw only one other person - and it was so clear that I could see the sea! Alas, I forgot my camera.


Good condition 29th Mar 2005  15:00  by Cousinjack

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 19th Feb 2005  14:42  by jedmac

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

A cold February day - snow on the tops. Good views

Me at the Trig


Good condition 28th Dec 2004  14:00  by Keith Stevens

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Trig iced over, so number not obtained. 80mph blizzard meant no chance to get the camera out, and no more than 5 mins on top was possible. Barrie blown over, and I crawled on all fours to approach trig. But the top was crowded with walkers and dogs!! Unbelievable!! Public


Good condition 5th Sep 2004  10:30  by m0sgb

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

lovely walk early in the morning but loads of flying insects


Good condition 18th Aug 2004  14:00  by m1eyp

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 15th Aug 2004  13:00  by DanTrig

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Walked up from Thirlspot car park, on High Street the day before. This was the highest trig I'd done until 2008 when I went up Snowdon.


Good condition 12th Aug 2004  13:30  by crazy gang

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

It was a drab and dreary day on England's third highest peak


Good condition 5th Aug 2004  11:56  by stan toon

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Up Striding edge & down Swirrel edge.


Good condition 25th Jun 2004  14:00  by Walker Dan

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

A great walk today, came up the north west ridge of Catstycam which is always quiet and back down from Raise into Glenridding. A cool breeze up top and not too many visitors today. One of our favourite hills with great all round views.


Good condition 13th Jun 2004  11:51  by Tikal

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 5th Jun 2004  15:16  by Postie

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 25th May 2004  12:00  by soloist

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Sherpa'd a guy From Uni who had never been up a mounatin before and didn't want to go on his own.


Good condition 11th Apr 2004  14:40  by NeverLost

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Up from Patterdale via Striding Edge on a gloroius Easter Sunday. Perfect viewing and spectacular scenery. 10/10

S5948 - Flush Bracket Helvellyn
S5948 - Spider Helvellyn
S5948 Helvellyn


Good condition 2nd Apr 2004  10:45  by Keefley

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 1st Mar 2004  22:17  by stonestreaker

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

This was my first lakes hill-1981. About 10 visits since, and one overnighter on a crisp october night as part of a complete N-S traverse


Good condition 19th Feb 2004  19:49  by kingofgeography

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 18th Jan 2004  12:00  by Teasel

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Lovely wintery conditions today. Howling gale on the summit - needed crampons just to stay upright on the sheet ice! Striding edge was particularly exciting, though thankfully sheltered from much of the wind. This has got to be one of my favourite hills, even in today's cloud a definite 10!


Not Logged 27th Dec 2003  12:40  by the gremlins

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Couldn't see anything from the top and the trig point was covered in ice - but never mind!


Good condition 12th Oct 2003  14:00  by Longfram Kev

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Walked along Striding edge from the YHA, strenuous but very glad I did it. Second time on the top, first time with the scouts back in the late 60s.


Good condition 12th Oct 2003  12:00  by soloist

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Visited With lancaster University Hiking Club


Good condition 5th Oct 2003  06:58  by crr003

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 26th Sep 2003  12:35  by Redroaming

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Superb but a bit scarry on narrow paths at times uphill walk, every puff worth while once up at the trig point! One of my walking highlights. Trig point was in good condition as far as I can remember, I was just so pleased to have got there! Photo shows walking partner Stockport Freebird standing on trig point singing Jersualem [apparently a Manchester university must-do!].

TP3724 Helvellyn + Stockport Freebird singing Jerusalem!


Not Logged 5th Aug 2003  15:00  by wjrs5

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10

Fabulous views!


Good condition 27th Jul 2003  13:32  by Isosceles

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

©Isosceles


Good condition 20th Jul 2003  16:13  by sjr

FB Number: 5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Superb place..from Glenridding,up striding and down swirrel


Good condition 20th Jul 2003  01:15  by smiley dog

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

A classic walk [ nothing else needs to be said]


Good condition 24th Apr 2003  19:39  by Fellwanderer

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 27th Feb 2003  11:59  by swampysean

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 25th Jan 2003  13:20  by Bergfuehrer

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Westmorland County Top. A good winter walk for this, my 4th ascent of Helvellyn.


Good condition 11th Jan 2003  14:00  by littlejim

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Great Sunny day upto Nethernmost Pike, along and down via Sticks Pass but the cloud came down just as we reached the summit, so no pictures!


Good condition 8th Oct 2002  12:16  by pieces_of_8

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Passed here on todays trek..Grasmere, Grisedale tarn,Dollywaggon Pike,Nethermost Pike,Down Swirrel Edge,UP Striding Edge, Back to Grisedale then UP Fairfield,Great Rigg,Herron Pike then Alcock Tarn and back to Grasmere....for a coffee at the garden centre...about 18.11miles 6000ft of ascent 38320 steps 7hrs 38min duration

Striding Edge from Nethermost Pike ©pieces_of_8


Good condition 24th Sep 2002  13:46  by jedmac

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Visited this after climbing Seat Sandal

Helvellyn Trig


Good condition 24th Sep 2002  13:00  by Trigpoint100

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

A fabulous day, clear blue sky and unbelievable views. From Glenridding up Grizedale Beck to Striding Edge (fortunately a quiet day), lunch at the trig point, down Swirrel Edge, then via Lanty's Tarn and Keldas (from where a great view up Ullswater)


Not Logged 14th Aug 2002  15:00  by Ilovetrigs

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 6/10

Staying in Grisedale Valley. Second visit to Helvellyn. Up via Swirral Edge, down via Striding Edge. We were sitting in one side of the 4-way shelter when we heard a guy propose to his girlfriend the other side of the wall. Everyone jumped up and shouted congratulations. She showed us the diamond ring he’d just given her. Lovely location for a proposal.


Not Logged 1st Aug 2002  13:25  by forestfeckler

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 1st Aug 2002  13:16  by asbown

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 6th Jul 2002  00:00  by Bramley

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Not Logged 21st Jun 2002  14:28  by splash

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Not the first time or last


Good condition 29th May 2002  12:35  by jimmy

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

this loomed out of the misty drizzle after a blind ascent of Striding Edge--wot fun. But another old county summit conquered (Westmoreland)


Good condition 9th Sep 2001  13:30  by Trigglets

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Did a round from Glenridding, out via Striding and return via Swirral edges. Wonderful views.


Good condition 18th Jun 2001  13:00  by praenterprise

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

From Thirlmere, up and over to Glenridding via Catstycam.


Good condition 6th Oct 2000  13:47  by Brookvale0

Gridref: NY 34160 15150   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 9th Sep 2000  12:15  by Phil Clayton

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Above date most recent of 10 visits, first being on 12/02/77. A magnificent view point.


Good condition 28th Aug 2000  14:08  by rhayader_wanderer

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

middle of a long multi range day


Good condition 26th Oct 1999  11:50  by BigJ

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 24th Oct 1999  13:00  by dpeberdy

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Great walk from Glenridding via Striding Edge and returing via Red Tarn. Sadly it was very wet and very poor visibility above 550m!! 950m Me, Lou


Good condition 7th Oct 1999  21:05  by Cootking

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Retro bag.


Not Logged 6th Aug 1999  00:00  by IWC

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10


Good condition 1st Aug 1999  12:20  by ocean soul

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Climbed from Glenridding via Striding Edge.Excellent views.


Good condition 13th Jun 1999  13:45  by Ivanhoe

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Fantastic.

Helvellyn trig


Not Logged 22nd May 1999  12:00  by peregrinus

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10

by cruciform summit shelter, mind the sheep - great hill


Good condition 16th May 1999  08:38  by sleepwalker

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Visited during a Wainwright bagging walk from Glenridding. At this early hour I had Striding Edge to myself.


Not Logged 31st Jan 1999  12:00  by barryhunter

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10

Lovely mountain, assended many times since this first visit


Good condition 22nd Sep 1998  11:40  by Crazy

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

On a solo walking week having just got engaged. Managed to get the summit to myself for a short while. Peaks to south and west shrouded in mist.


Good condition 15th Aug 1998  13:04  by Captainbob542

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Visited with a young family on our Summer holiday


Not Logged 7th Jul 1998  14:00  by Leoness

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10


Not Logged 19th Sep 1997  09:32  by Mark&Sue

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Approached over Striding Edge. Never again says Sue!


Good condition 2nd Sep 1997  12:00  by sky high boys

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Far too busy. Think I'll stick to further north. Kick-ass views tho!


Good condition 14th Jul 1997  12:58  by praenterprise

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Up from Glenridding via Striding Edge, return via Swirel Edge and Catstycam.


Good condition 1st Jun 1997  09:45  by jamesleesaunders

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Went up Helvellyn in training for the Three Peaks.

Helvellyn Trig ©jamesleesaunders


Good condition 26th May 1997  11:30  by Trigglets

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Walked up from Wythburn Church,top covered in mist. No views.


Good condition 1st Sep 1996  00:00  by Ilovetrigs

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Had been staying at Ambleside for the week. On the last day, climbed Pinnacle Ridge on St Sunday Crag, then over to Fairfield, then on to Helvellyn and back down via Striding Edge. Absolutely cracking day!


Good condition 15th Jun 1996  13:00  by Bens

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

I did this with some friends after my GCSEs in 1996. I was taken via Striding Edge where I managed to tear some new shorts. The views were stunning from the trig point on a baking hot day. We then wandered down the other side all the way to Grasmere.


Good condition 19th Aug 1995  06:45  by vegibagger

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

this time it was a dawn walk starting at approx 4am. Nine of us, me Lisa, Chrissie, Richard P, Caroline M David C, Chris N, Susan P, Jonathan C


Good condition 16th Aug 1995  16:13  by vegibagger

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

All the others go via Strding edge but I vere off solo via Catsye Cam and Swirral edge. Summit at 2pm


Good condition 16th Aug 1995  00:03  by vegibagger

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Staying at Striding Edge hostel with OTC family group. I've just arrived but with agenda of immediately having a late evening walk as it's both clear calm warm weather and also pretty well full moon. Persuade Chrissie and Lisa to accompany me, so a night walk by moonlight up valley straight up the valley zigzags and over Whiteside, Raise and Lower Man. Fantastic peacful and tranquil. Back by 3pm to grab 5 hours sleep before going up again!!


Good condition 16th Aug 1995  00:00  by widget

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

An emotional day on son's 10th birthday for family's 1st 3000'er. My Dad dragged me up at the age of 11 (1972), so my lad went one better! Striding Edge most unpopular with wife, & daughter fell & hurt herself (temporarily)descending Swirral. Blazing hot sunshine gave hazy but distant views. Most welcome pints of Boddies at Travellers' Rest in Glenridding!


Not Logged 23rd Jun 1995  12:36  by Sandman

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10


Not Logged 12th Apr 1995  12:00  by stripytrigger

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10

Excellent weather and views. Bagged retrospectively based on notes in our family's Wainwright books.


Not Logged 29th Oct 1994  00:00  by ad-lib

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Good condition 2nd Sep 1994  19:39  by The Patrician

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 27th Jul 1994  00:00  by mickandshane

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Excellent views. Local stone with tarmac plug.


Good condition 12th Feb 1994  11:33  by AndyJ

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 30th Dec 1992  12:00  by Andy West

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10



Good condition 19th Aug 1991  00:00  by Walking with Gerald

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 4th Aug 1991  13:00  by dugswell2

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Climbed with Richard Armour and his dog.


Not Logged 4th Aug 1991  12:00  by dbattyman

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 10/10


Good condition 2nd Jul 1991  13:17  by clochandighter

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Visited to record FB number. The pillar was completed in May 1950 costing £48.15s.0d. In 1952 this marker was computed for triangulation as secondary station NY11/12 in the Workington block. Flush bracket S5948 was levelled for height also in 1952. This trig point was last maintained by the OS in August 1984. Stone built pattern. Spider centre had lost original OS plug and is now plugged with bitumen. The pillar photograph was taken by my mother while I stood at the pillar. Bagged 2/07/1991, GRP.

S5948 - Helvellyn montage(GRP)


Good condition 3rd Apr 1991  11:00  by lonesome_cowboy_burt

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Great day out. First train from Manchester and bus from Penrith then Sheffield Pike, Raise, Helvellyn, Cofa Pike, Fairfield, High Pike and The Golden Rule (and bus and train home!). Snow on the ground, windy, hail and good views. Not my first or last visit to the trig, but probably the best (including walks via Striding and Swirral Edges).


Good condition 1st Jun 1989  10:26  by andyc

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

Up Striding Edge, Down Swirrel Edge and Catstye Cam.


Good condition 29th Oct 1988  12:00  by RichardL

Gridref: NY 34170 15170   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

First (or at least, the first I can remember) of several visits over the years, either with family or climbing clubs.


Not Logged 3rd Aug 1988  14:00  by Hedgehogg

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 7/10


Slightly damaged 18th Jun 1987  17:07  by Chris Ellis

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Slightly damaged  Score: 8/10


Good condition 12th Apr 1987  11:00  by KevP

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Perfect winter round of Striding Edge and Swirral Edge. Shame we left the ice axes in the car. Very stupid to have carried on when we got to the snow and ice.


Good condition 3rd Jan 1987  13:00  by Aye Jimmy

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Ascent via Dunmail & Dollywaggon on a very cold windy day. Fingers numb in the 30 seconds gloves were off to take picture.

Helvellyn Summit - à la Lowry, only thing missing is a spindly dog... probably too cold for them.
Helvellyn Blimey - a spindly dog's appeared..!!


Good condition 9th Aug 1985  18:06  by Dot924

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

This is one that I went to many years old with a youth group. We went via Striding Edge (and I have a picture to prove it) I've logged it based on the fact that I have been there but am not likely to go back as I have other walks that I would like to do.


Good condition 12th Jun 1985  13:00  by Marshsand

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Visited on first visit to Lakes. Further visits made on 10.09.99 when Nethermost Pike, Striding Edge, Dollywagon Pike and Birkhouse Moor were visited and again on 19.07.00 when Lower Man, Catstye Cam, Raise and Whiteside were visited.


Good condition 8th May 1985  14:55  by Particle

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10


Good condition 3rd May 1985  14:29  by fasgadh

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

Last hill in a long day from Kirkstone. Dead quiet on Fairfield/Red Screes, but they were all up here. Westmorland county top.


Good condition 9th Aug 1984  00:00  by tg1

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10

Walking Coast to Coast with Marion. Crowded on top with queues on Striding Edge.


Good condition 11th Mar 1984  00:00  by tim747

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 6/10


Good condition 12th Sep 1983  00:00  by PhilPamAndRob

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Retrospective Logging of this trig from when I reached this summit whilst doing the Wainwrights


Good condition 8th Jul 1983  14:10  by sixtyplus

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10


Good condition 22nd May 1982  00:00  by ngthack

FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10


Good condition 29th Jul 1981  14:08  by vegibagger

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

first visit


Good condition 1st May 1980  11:38  by PeteBoggs

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Old log - has to be a high score for the ridges


Good condition 1st Aug 1979  12:00  by ProSpec

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

Did this while on holiday camping at Patterdale, Don't remember much but it was great weather!


Good condition 5th Jul 1979  19:12  by Triggers

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10

done may times. this trip was during coast to coast


Good condition 1st Sep 1976  13:00  by desperate dan

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 9/10

Up from west and down Striding Edge on Youth Hostelling holiday. Attacked by sheep on summit wanting some of our lunch (banana!).


Good condition 16th Apr 1976  12:26  by arranc

Gridref: NY 34100 15100   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 8/10


Good condition 1st Aug 1974  16:08  by Exe-Eagle

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Retrospective log. Visited August 1974, exact date not known. Condition not noted at the time.


Good condition 2nd Sep 1972  15:00  by martin

Gridref: NY 34170 15159   FB Number: S5948  Condition: Good  Score: 10/10

First mountain over 3000 feet climbed with my brother from Grasmere. Had lunch at Grisedale tarn. Glorious sunny day with spectacular views and Lancs beat Warwickshire in Gillette cup final at Lords. Descended to Inn at Thirlspot, but missed last bus to Keswick. Pub customer offered to take us in his car, where we caught Borrowdale bus to Longthwaite YH.Memorable weekend.


Good condition 9th Apr 1971  00:00  by Historian

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 7/10

First of two visits. Made the mistake of doing it on a Bank Holiday - long tailbacks of pedestrian traffic on Striding Edge!


Good condition 1st Apr 1970  12:00  by senrabyar

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Good  Score: 5/10

Childhood visit (with Army Cadets - Winter Arduous Training)


Not Logged 1st Jan 1970  20:55  by andi

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 1st Jan 1970  16:03  by Thurgood

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 1st Jan 1970  00:00  by kieranjpmurphy

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 5/10


Not Logged 11th Aug 1955  00:00  by gowrie

FB Number: Not logged  Condition: Not Logged  Score: 9/10

Extremely hot. Man selling water for 6d (old money) a cup from a bucket


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