Helvellyn, the second highest mountain in England, affords a grand scramble from Glenridding or Patterdale. Although its ascent involves no hand to hand climbing, all true mountaineers must enjoy the
Stybarrow Crag
And Ullswater, with Gowbarrow Fell in the background.
Striding Edge, Helvellyn
On the right is Red Tarn, and above it Swirrel Edge, the highest point seen being the top of Helvellyn.