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Striding Edge

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Striding Edge

Recommended by 543 hikers out of 548

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Lake District National Park

Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous

Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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    1. Striding Edge, Helvellyn & Swirral Edge loop from Glenridding — Lake District National Park

    13.1km

    05:10

    810m

    810m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

    Expert

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    October 17, 2018

    With spine-tingling exposure on both sides and breathtaking views, Striding Edge is an exhilarating stretch that you will not forget. A classic grade one scramble, it's suitable for intermediate hikers and a perfect opportunity for those looking to try scrambling for the first time. Don't underestimate this route, though, and avoid in bad weather.

      June 15, 2022

      Climbing Striding Edge to or descending from Helvellyn is a strenuous and adventurous undertaking. But also fun to do.

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        March 6, 2018

        This is a very popular route and if you are in the lakes then this is a must to visit if you don't mind a climb with sheer drops on each side. It is filled with adventure and a bit of adrenaline on a breezy day and has amazing views. The official path goes straight along the ridge and a bit of scrambling is needed in places. This is a dangerous route and people have lost their lives on this so it is not recommended on windy or poor weather days.

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          Location: Patterdale, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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