Winifred’s Pinnacle sits in the upper right corner of the Amphitheatre. This is the first
recorded winter ascent, the pinnacle having first been climbed in October 1900 by Mr
and Mrs Abraham on their honeymoon! The exposed summit provides a magnificent
outlook over the west face and beyond. Access either via No.4 Gully or from The Rake
(can conveniently be combined with an ascent of Dubh Chasm as on this occasion).
Start at the neck in the deep chasm behind the pinnacle (Dubh Chasm). A stiff pull up the
initial short wall leads to a ledge which is traversed left to a large block. Step left from
the block then follow a groove up and right to the top. Abseil descent.
recorded winter ascent, the pinnacle having first been climbed in October 1900 by Mr
and Mrs Abraham on their honeymoon! The exposed summit provides a magnificent
outlook over the west face and beyond. Access either via No.4 Gully or from The Rake
(can conveniently be combined with an ascent of Dubh Chasm as on this occasion).
Start at the neck in the deep chasm behind the pinnacle (Dubh Chasm). A stiff pull up the
initial short wall leads to a ledge which is traversed left to a large block. Step left from
the block then follow a groove up and right to the top. Abseil descent.
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Route of Interest
Forcan Ridge, Double Direct
Grade: II/III ***
(The Saddle)