Swirral Edge

Location: Helvellyn
Grid Reference: NY342 153
Grade: Unofficially Grade. Approximately 0.5

Swirral Edge is one of the two great ridges that protrude out from the north western side of Helvellyn. It offers a little scramble down a ridge that links Helvellyn with Catstye Cam, and has great views over Red Tarn to Striding Edge. As with Striding Edge, Swirral Edge can be a very dangerous place in poor weather and should be avoided when it is icy, wet or windy unless you are highly experienced. A link up with Striding Edge being used in the ascent and Swirral Edge in descent forms one of the most famous and enjoyable mountain excursions in the Lake District.

Swirral Edge leading over to Catstye Cam.