The Cobbler in cloud
The unmistakable outline of Ben Arthur otherwise known as The Cobbler.
Possibly the most climbed "Corbett" (a Scottish mountain between 2500 and 3000ft) The Cobbler forms part of the Arrochar Alps in Scotland's southern highlands. This relatively easy climb has a little sting in the tail as it requires a little bit of bravery and additional caution to fully reach the true summit. The last few meters requires the climber to squeeze through a small fissure in the rock and scramble round the last pinnacle to gain access to the top. This last action is known as "Threading the needle" to most Scottish climbers and while relatively simple it does take a head for heights, good balance and an additional layer of caution.
The Cobbler in cloud
The unmistakable outline of Ben Arthur otherwise known as The Cobbler.
Possibly the most climbed "Corbett" (a Scottish mountain between 2500 and 3000ft) The Cobbler forms part of the Arrochar Alps in Scotland's southern highlands. This relatively easy climb has a little sting in the tail as it requires a little bit of bravery and additional caution to fully reach the true summit. The last few meters requires the climber to squeeze through a small fissure in the rock and scramble round the last pinnacle to gain access to the top. This last action is known as "Threading the needle" to most Scottish climbers and while relatively simple it does take a head for heights, good balance and an additional layer of caution.