Start point: Kirkstone Pass (NY 401 080)
Red Screes via Kilnshaw Chimney from Kirkstone Pass
Distance: 1.3 miles Total Ascent: 342 metres Time Taken: 1 hour Start Time: 10:50
Weather: Warmer with sunny spells. 8°C
After a dull start the day seemed to brighten for a while and I had a climb to Red Screes using the direct route via Kilnshaw Chimney. This is a great way to ascend quickly but care must be taken in winter conditions – the chimney was full of ice and snow today. The exit from it is very near to the summit and if you like a scramble it is well worth a go.
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The exit from Kilnshaw Chimney is a stones throw from the summit. Those two are looking for a drink but they will find no joy in this frozen pool.
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The approach to the summit. Dougal is ahead whilst Casper has found a patch of snow to roll around in to the left!