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Striding Edge routes: 3 ways to the top
Striding Edge RouteScrambling · 11km · from GlenriddingGrade 1 Scramble
This classic ridge route involves a narrow and exposed scramble along Striding Edge, it is a popular choice for those seeking a thrilling experience with stunning views.
Helvellyn via Striding EdgeScrambling · 12km · from PatterdaleGrade 1 Scramble
This route takes you from Patterdale up to Helvellyn via the iconic Striding Edge, it offers a challenging scramble with breathtaking scenery.
Helvellyn Circular via Striding Edge and Swirral EdgeScrambling · 14km · from GlenriddingGrade 1 Scramble
This circular route ascends Helvellyn via Striding Edge and descends via Swirral Edge, providing a full day of scrambling adventure.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Striding Edge today?
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Striding Edge each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 863m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Striding Edge each night this week, from cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution.
Snow · 7 days
Snowfall and lying snow at the summit over the next 7 days.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:06, sunset 16:45
9h 39m of daylight. Golden hour ends 07:59 and starts 15:51. From the summit you see the sun 06:59 to 16:51.
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About Striding Edge
Striding Edge is 863 m (2,831 ft) high with 31 m of prominence. It is in Cumbria, England. It is the 14th highest of the 273 summits Peakify lists in Cumbria. The nearest summits are Catstye Cam (0.9 km), Nethermost Pike (1.0 km) and Helvellyn (0.8 km).
How high is Striding Edge?
Striding Edge is 863 metres high with 31 metres of prominence.
Where is Striding Edge?
Striding Edge is listed in Cumbria, England.
Are there routes for Striding Edge?
Peakify lists 3 routes for Striding Edge, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details.
Is it safe to climb Striding Edge today?
Peakify rates each day on the summit Good, Marginal or Poor from the forecast summit wind, gusts, chance of rain and wind chill. Wind of 40 mph or gusts of 65 mph make it Poor; wind of 25 mph, gusts of 45 mph, a 60% chance of rain or a feels-like temperature of -8°C or below make it Marginal. Today's and tomorrow's ratings are at the top of this page. The rating covers the weather only: also check your route, daylight, kit and experience, and in winter whether you need an ice axe and crampons.
What weather information is shown for Striding Edge?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
Peakify is run by Sam Tyler, who has climbed Yr Wyddfa 22 times. The forecast refreshes every hour; how our forecast works.
