Blencathra via Sharp Edge in the Lake District. (Is it as sharp as they say.?)

Blencathra via Sharp Edge in the Lake District.

In mid July 2020 I decided to take on Blencathra via the route up Sharp Edge. I wanted to see if it was as sharp as they say and to see how it compares to Striding Edge on Helvellyn and Crib Goch in Snowdonia.
I started the route from the White Horse Inn at Scales. After a steep climb up from the Inn you find yourself on a well defined path that runs alongside the River Glenderamackin. Shorty afterwards you are rewarded with a spectacular view of Sharp Edge in the distance. After crossing Scales Beck just below a small waterfall you find yourself at Scales Tarn.
Scales Tarn is a great place to rest before the final assent of Sharp Edge is undertaken. Extreme care must be taken on Sharp Edge as the rock is very polished underfoot. It is certainly NOT advisable to take this route on in wet conditions..!! Do NOT attempt this route if you do not have experience of scrambling..!! Do NOT attempt this route if you are not good with heights or exposure.!!

After completing the ridge you are treated to a superb view down the ridge itself.
My route then carried on towards the summit at Hallsfell Top (868m) and then back to the White Horse Inn via Scales Fell.

I hope you enjoy my little scrambling adventure.

Thanks for watching.

Mike

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