Helvellyn

Striding Edge is the gentlest way to find out whether exposure suits you. It is a classic Grade 1 scramble on Helvellyn, and a path on the right-hand side avoids most of the awkward moves, so you can choose how much air to take on. The move most people remember is the crux, a short step down near the end before the final pull to the summit. Return by Swirral Edge, which gives lighter scrambling where you pick your own line down. Allow four to six hours for the round of about 11 km. The rock gets slippery in the wet, and in snow or ice it is only for experienced parties with winter equipment.