13th July 08 - Helvellyn

As the forecast was for "bright and sunny" weather, we decided to do Helvellyn on the first day. This time up from the Thirlmere side. As it turned out, it was more "dull and cloudy" - but at least it didn't rain!
It is about 5 miles and a 3300ft climb! Probably worse coming down than going up. I got a serious case of my infamous 'jelly legs'...

Thirlmere

Starting the long, long climb up

Finally at the summit

Fabulous view over Red Tarn with Striding Edge on the right, with views towards Ullswater (far left)

Striding Edge

Richard and the view to Swirral Edge

At the top