If the doomsayers (weather forecasters) where to be believed than today was to be the last 'fine' day before a week or more of stormy weather. Even then it was only foretold till lunchtime, hence the early start to grab the forecast clear skies - Southern & Western Fells weren't even given this chance .
Its been a few months since I was last over Helvellyn and since this may be the last outing for a week or two I wanted it to be on a few good hills. As usual I parked in the free layby and avoided the LDNPA car parks like the plague, ok there is a short unpleasant walk beside the A591 but for a saving of £7 for a day's parking, its worth it.
Early morning view back down to Thirlmere, Skiddaw is nice & clear...
