Scafell Pike, The Hard Way: Because My Girlfriend is a Mentalist!

We went to Stockley Bridge near Seathwaite Farm to pay our respects to Helen's wonderful mother.
We ended up hiking Scafell Pike via the corridor route. We loved it but were suffering for days after!!
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[@galeoshea2961]

'... I am the way I am cos of my mam' ..well you've done her proud Helen. You're terrific! Always a smile and very positive 😊.

[@patriciabrown8301]

I think Helen is a mountain goat she goes up there with no huffing and puffing omg what a climb well done

[@philotown]

Well done the both of you. Yes you are right James, some of us are not able to get up those beautiful mountains anymore. Thank you for taking us with you.

[@bythecurb]

Our pleasure!

[@jcb4444]

Hay-up, thank you for doing that walk for my Wife and I because there's no bloody way I could do what you two have just done. Love to you both. Xx

[@fingerprickinggood]

I had vertigo watching 😂

[@user-qb1zu4mz5e]

I feel for you . Losing a mum is so heartbreaking. You have good support xx

[@dawnoakley1776]

Oh well bloody done on that challenging hike! How many times james did you wish there was a pub round the corner lol Your just two gorgeous people who value the world around you Absolutley wonderful to watch and very inspiring for me personally to go out and challenge myself, my heads not in a good place at the moment but you two have lifted my heart just watching you Thankyou so much ❤xx

[@bythecurb]

Thank you so much, I'm sorry to hear that things are tough for you. I hope things start to pick up soon ❤️

[@sonicstoryteller]

A wonderful video iam pretty much house bound as ive got heart disease theres no way on earth i could attempt such a walk so thanks for taking me along what stunning views and a touching tribute to helens mum best wishes Phil,,, 🙏👍

[@glennwilliams5869]

You can tell Helen loves walking in the hills. James.....probably likes the idea of it 😅. Thanks for sharing. Bless Helens Mum ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@susanoakley7745]

I feel exhausted just watching that video.. Big hugs Helen..losing your mum is so painful.. ❤..xx

[@bythecurb]

Thank you ❤️

[@lawrencewatters5448]

Your both bloody fantastic well done I don’t it 42 years ago with a 56 pound backpack never again 😂😂

[@HolyFreakinDragonSlayer]

Brought a tear to my eye Helen ❤ lost me gran 2019 dad last year n me mum last month. Took dads and my grandmas ashes to the great orm in Llandudno to be with me grandad and uncle. Lots of love Helen xxx James kudos to you, you looked chuffed at the summit ok the pike! Absolutely fantastic. Dont wanna interfere but it might be any idea to carry afew more tactical items doing the more higher terrains ❤ id hate for you to fall or miss judge footing etc. X

[@bythecurb]

We are so sorry to hear that. Hope you are okay ❤

[@chrisrobbo]

Made me laugh when you said the "chit chat stops towads the end of the walk", spot on is that 😆

[@lindenbutters9396]

My son gets e climbing up hills. It absolutely crazes me! I'm a year off 70 and he has not a clue how it jiggers my back up! Hats off to you two fitties! Thank you for your lovely videos.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 😊

[@victoriafoley7470]

Since I've had my half-time orange and a tad more, there's no way I could do that. It's beautiful. Thank you hugely for taking us all with you. Well done lovely people. 🍺🍷😊

[@bythecurb]

You are so welcome!

[@Cybertruck1000]

Glad you are doing the Lakes. Incredible we have that amazing place. If your joints and blisters trouble you, just tell yourself you are taking one for the team...

[@kerouacf0069]

Brought back many fond memories, I was a regular hiker in that area some 40 years ago and have camped in the Borrowdale valley so many times. Ill health stops me now , so you two have been my eyes , apart from some of the tracks been built up with stones its same as it ever was . Cheers

[@bythecurb]

You're welcome, we love it there

[@theabandonedhunter3604]

My eyes light up every time I see your notification. Another great video but by the end I felt your pain. I’ve done it myself in the past up Malvern Hills and Brecon Beacons. cracking video as always guys!! …. Smithy

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Smithy

[@rebeccabrookes6086]

Wow what a great walk! Respect to Helen doing that, then getting up for work the next morning. These days if I do a long, hard walk like that It impacts my next couple of days (my hangovers are the same!) I'm totally knackered!, must be a sign of getting older. Hats off to the both of you. I had some of those sticks James, used em once then ended up just stored in the boot of my car, I also found they made things harder than a help.👣👣

[@theo847sqn]

It's extra weight to carry an a total waste of time If we needed things like STICKS we would of evolved them on to our wrists

[@bythecurb]

Absolutely!

[@martinh5516]

Ahh bless you Helen, your mum would and is proud of you x great vid guys thnx for sharing x

[@jewelleaf2207]

OMG Helen is like a mountain goat she makes it look so easy but its bloody hard been up there when I was about 30 years old amazing views as I am 60 today was lovely you sharing this video I am in Cumbria at the moment at Cockermouth but my climbing days are over at the moment at Gin distillery doing some Gin testing near Keswick you did so well James getting up there well done..

[@johnconnick3796]

I'm sort of house bound ish, due to heart disease and a cardiac arrest not long ago, but I do enjoy hiking vlogs, reminds me of what I used to be capable of, I'm only 58 lol , thank you for the upload 👍😀

[@Simon-fr4ts]

Another fantastic video, thank you! I am a Yorkshireman in my 50's and have been living in Cornwall for 27 years, but the lakes are my favourite place. I hiked up Helvellyn alone in the winter of 2002 when all the mountains were snow covered. It was amazing. I have taken my Cornish partner and kids there a few times and they love it too. I went on several school trips in the 80's and always stayed at Patterdale YHA. These were the best times of my life. I also used to ride up there many times in the summer on my motorbike with friends in the 90's.

[@bythecurb]

Happy days 😊

[@LoftechUK]

Helen you had some great experiences. Amazing walks up them hills

[@lw7240]

Hi guys, yes I love to watch u both hiking. But I can’t do it anymore as I’ve got arthritis in most of my joints. I never go out the house these days. But u did amazing James well done to both of ya xx ❤

[@fingerprickinggood]

Same 😢

[@charlespatterson6037]

Good video, so far! Thank you. I am 15:11 in. I needed to stop for a rest :| My COPD was playing up in the first 100 yards.

[@karensterling5597]

Stunning views great vblog thanks your both inspirational, arrr Helen I had tear when u were thinking of your dearest muma I lucky had my mum to aged 92 yes young ,she was ready to go to be reunited with my dad, had good life n still knew everybody ,feel for u a mothers love is in your heart ,well done James to as you done it looks hard climb. X

[@user-wq2xi6pv8o]

Aww what a lovely place . Well said about Helen always so happy and pleasant to be around. Well done both of you for the lovely blog ❤❤

[@Paul71LS]

What can I say, James this channel is working you really connected with the audience, Helen lot of loving thoughts were with you at the bridge ❤. Be proud you both are lovely people.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you 😊

[@karenentwistle6635]

Hi both of you well done for getting stuck in and a memory walk for you mum , if your like your mum she must have been a beautiful soul and passed it on to you . beautiful views , your vlogs are spot on, each walk you do will make you stronger, get the mileage in before winter comes , I think your such a sweet loving couple , take care , 😘👏.XX💖💐heart and flowers are for your mum X well done you made it big hug X👏🍹fish and chips and a pint now 😅

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Karen ❤️

[@jillcharnock4986]

Well done you two for putting these beautiful parts of England on the map should put you both forward for VisitEngland Award for Excellence or happen it should be for Excellence Ambassadors for Good Beer Guides………… Not to mention Best Fish & Chips Reviews 😋 Multi talented xx

[@bythecurb]

😂Thank you

[@wanderingsotherthings-hy4dy]

Well done you two. Did that about 25 years ago with an old pal that`s no longer with us, I was knackered too, I`m 64 now, not sure if I could still make it these days.

[@joannedibben2352]

Blimey that looked steep in parts! If I did that I'd never recover well done you two that's an achievment❤

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@tonymaynard1386]

That looked very dangerous at times James a big well done to you and your good lady , God Bless to Helen's Mum you will always have your memories to treasure , thank you for another great vlog keep on doing what your doing both take care and look forward to another vlog soon .

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@ROUTEPLANNERPAUL]

Wow what a video guys awesome scenery... just googled it .. think ill head for there soon....... respects to helen s mum ❤

[@eigerview1]

James, regarding the walking poles.....I climbed up Snowdon with them and they were a bloody nuisance. Didn't stop me sliding down on my bottom as we began the descent.. And one of the poles nearly had my eye out as I tried to stop the slide. At the same time, my favourite Ian Poulter baseball cap flew off and floated away down to a field of grazing sheep. I like to think one of them might have took to wearing it. Thanks both for another great video!

[@roberttreloar4554]

Brilliant video guys,keep it up and good health to you two,Helen's mum will be watching xx

[@bythecurb]

She was

[@lynnettemcausland9532]

Aww my heart when you stopped for your mum Helen 😢 🫂 . Enjoyed that, beautiful scenery. I'm up in Scotland, one of the ones James was talking about that can't so it on my own now, can honestly say I'm knackered just watching you guys 😂

[@anthonym6594]

Beautiful video, made me cry at the bridge .. keep them coming, fantastic x

[@hikingthehills1335]

James and Helen, that was an epic hike and fantastic video thanks for cheering up my Sunday evening😊

[@andrewcisalowicz1326]

Another great video you two.Always wait in anticipation for the next one!Keep them coming.

[@richardjeal6902]

Thanks for posting this video, it brought back memories of when my wife and I did the same route some years ago. I remember feeling the same when we finished the hike. Probably not able to do it now so thanks again for the memories.

[@ericstockdale3199]

Thank you for sharing your video, it’s always a pleasure seeing you both in your videos. I climbed it and slept on it with friends yrs ago, it brought back so many happy memories. Thank You both. Eric 😊

[@emmawilliams9769]

Great to see what three words! Thank you ❤ Helen I knew exactly how you were feeling stood on that bridge with your mum. Big hugs x Great video as always from you both

[@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN]

Bloody heck! there's no stopping Helen...move over or get pushed over 😆 Great show you two 👍🍻🚐👊

[@stevenwarner7823]

Thanks for sharing your lives James and Helen, inspirational.

[@Mr.o-lt4hl]

Only found your channel yesterday. Enjoy your videos. Helen is a keeper for sure pal! All the best to yous both and respects to Helens mother 💙

[@andywrong3247]

Great vlog guys, ì done most of the walks in the lakes it's easy in your youth but it certainly gets a lot harder as you get older.i didn't fancy the drive back though.

[@simonbrown5652]

Hay-up, did Scafell Pike back in June 1996 with my dad. We stayed at The New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel in Langdale, we did a different route to you. The weather was a lot better. For us it was 4 hours up and 3 hours down, a great hike. Great video of you both. God bless and keep well. Xx

[@georgehaines9386]

I had to stop the vlog at that point both ..the point that you raised a glass ( well bottle ) to mom .. lovely spot .. and I too was reminiscing ..🍻 here's to all our mom's n dad's 🙏.. I'll carry on now watching

[@grantpavitt3198]

Great video brings back memories of the walks me and my late gf did in the lakes😊

[@lindenbutters9396]

My son got me lost up a welsh mountain. I slid down to the river in the valley on my bum through the ferns. I was drenched to the skin. We were lost with the mountain ponies. My foot went into a rut on ground level and jarred my old knee. I hobbled back to the car about a mile or so away. Never again will I trust his guidance along routes!

[@jillallerton9147]

Well done guys. I love hiking but I’ve only done Scafell Pike once as I really didn’t enjoy it. It was a proper mental/frustrating challenge for me. Did it as the 2nd peak of national 3 peaks challenge many moons ago! Keep up the good vids guys 👍🏻

[@robertlowe9650]

It was so good to see you do that walk. My wife and I were last in that valley forty one years ago. It was so good to see it again. Keep up with the walking we're both loving it.

[@bythecurb]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnterri620]

Great vlog as always so wish I could do the walks I can't walk very far at all knees don't work so it's a pleasure to watch stay safe.

[@user-if1cj2kz8s]

This was amazing… well done to you both, love the videos, I look out for them everyday. I also do long shifts & I don’t have the energy Helen has, respect to her xx

[@bythecurb]

Our pleasure!

[@sueterry7300]

Just lovely watching u both. luv to Helen 🫶🏻xx Take care & stay safe. X

[@Annie-qp5iu]

Lovely 😊. Knew Helen had Irish in her by her looks....from Ireland by the way. Best wishes 😊.

[@user-xn3ks1tl1f]

Outstanding video !! Thankyou James & Helen for sharing your mountain hike. The scenery looks stunning and all credit to you both for taking us with you. Things like this show you how fit you actually are don’t they. Personally, I would struggle from the word go. Love to you both 💕💕💕

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it

[@andrewfox7861]

Great video, now I need to go climb that one 👍 thank you Helen for sharing that moment on the bridge, seeing love in its raw form is always a privilege, hope your legs weren't feeling like concrete for too long, take care

[@andrewfox7861]

Also James get yourself some kettle bell swings and hard cross trainer program on the go Helen is running rings around you 😂

[@bythecurb]

I let her think that. I just pretend to be tired 😂

[@viv-i-vangoesforth]

I so admire you both for hiking like this. I'm fubarred sadly. Damaged spine and knees so I could never hope to do this or view there so your videos are brilliant. You and Helen are so good together on video and your interaction is infectious. Thanks for bringing some proper enjoyment to youtube. Bessy regs- Kenny

[@bythecurb]

Thanks Kenny

[@The4manxies]

Wow what a climb, well done to both of you. Helen you are an absolute machine, must be so fit and can't believe you can do all of that with a dodgy hip... what a star! I love the mix of hikes and social on your videos. You need to do a hiking gear review, I love all Helen's coats/waterproofs etc and rucksack plus cover.

[@paulinesw2514]

Wow that looked tough but as Helen said 'what an achievement' ! Stunning scenery. Thanks for taking us on your walk x

[@bythecurb]

Our pleasure!

[@cccreator1]

Enjoyed the walk guys thanks, beautiful views. Helen has some stamina hardly out of puff unlike some😮‍💨, probably give a mountain goat a damn good race. Just like you say James some can't do these walks and climbs myself included so it's good to see the countryside, the views and of course listen to your banter. Very enjoyable👌

[@bythecurb]

Thanks, I always think of my parents who love the outdoors and nature but unfortunately can't do the walks

[@jimbhoy01]

Hi Big Man i loved this one , i am nearly 70 now and have been waiting on two knee replacements for a few years now and would love to do this walk , i think i may make it up but think it would be too much strain on my knees getting back down , I always think my own country of Scotland is beautiful but this was also worth seeing , Thank you to you and Helen once again , loved this so much thank you both ....

[@kathchandler4919]

What a beautiful place for your mam to rest in Helen, I completely understand why you do that climb , I get you ❤️

[@bythecurb]

Thank you Kath 🥰 H x

[@geebutteree4755]

Aw Helen, I was in tears, coming up to my mums anniversary, it’s so hard isn’t it, but I know she lives on in me, as your mum does in you, take care , let’s keep doing em proud , 🤗 sending hugs x

[@bythecurb]

They certainly do ❤️

[@tommurtagh2277]

Thank you for taking us with you over the fells loved it take care God bless Tom and Rosie in Westmoreland.

[@bythecurb]

Our pleasure!

[@wendyhassam8353]

Thanks for a brilliant video of a brilliant walk - well done both of you!!

[@bythecurb]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Fizzy2002]

Hi James & Helen, I'm very late to the 'By The Curb' party but getting a bit obsessed with your brilliant Vlogs 😃... Going through some old ones and this one touched my heart, it was very emotional to watch but so very well done. I lost my mum 20 years ago my son was only 4 months old as you can imagine it was hell on earth and to this day I feel so sad at times but a few words of comfort. I know if I'm smiling my mum is too, she'll be looking down on me enjoy life to the fullest with amazing people that make a positive difference to me. Just like you Helen 🕊️ Keep smiling and enjoy every single moment ❤️ ☺️ Sorry a bit deep but it really touched me and I know grieving is a painful process. Also I absolutely LOVE the Lakes been going for 25 years, to Ambleside and surrounding areas, stunninggggg views everywhere, it's a place that takes my breath away. Love & hugs Claire 🤗 🍻

[@bythecurb]

Thank you so much Claire, such a lovely comment, I've just sent a screenshot to Helen as she will really appreciate it. She misses her mum so much xx

[@Fizzy2002]

🤗❤

[@thomascrown3320]

Thanks guys this is definitely my most favourite vlog that i have seen of yours cheers .

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@naureen4justice991]

What an amazing woman Helen is and you did really well to reach your van alive! Lol. I’ve just subscribed.

[@sicr7373]

The mist shrouded mountains, the hills, the waterfalls, stunning doesn't do it justice, I would describe this amazing part of Britain as 'savagely beautiful' it's as if the area has its own consciousness which must be respected by us mere humans at all times as we are granted access to it. Thank you for taking us with you, and thank you Helen for sharing such a personal moment with us as you refelcted on your Mum, my heart goes out to you, I, and many others I suspect, have lost a parent or both parents, and life is never the same again....I'm looking forward to sharing many more adventures with you both, take care and all the best!

[@bythecurb]

Thank you so much. Such a lovely comment 🙂❤

[@diannedocherty3816]

When you go down hill try planting your heel first this helps with the pain. I’ve been on that walk in 2004 this was so incredible I felt like I was there again. Loved this video.

[@Rich.andeasy]

Really enjoyed watching this! Well done guys

[@pauljones5066]

I did the same route, though some years ago now. Well done guys, excellent hike and video.

[@bythecurb]

Thank you

[@lynnedavison-xp3ek]

lynne, tyne and wear, a watch your show its very interesting yous did great on that hike at great gable, my dad took us out around the places you go he had a car in 1968 we went to those places camping and the fish and chips great life, its really steep where am from as well am came from up beside ravensworth golf course near wrekenton in gateshead and its high always walking up hills keeps us fit, great show. lynne

[@mountainmantararua8824]

G'day to you both, Enjoyed the video. Over here in NZ, it's the custom to put another stone on the cairn as you pass. This helps to maintain the cairn, the strong winds, snow and ice, can dislodge them. ATB Cheers from the mountains of NZ ☺☺

[@janechamberlin4077]

Fab video , thank you 🥰 love watching you two. Real decent people, funny too 😁❤️❤️xx

[@bythecurb]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Emma-ec1is]

Beautiful location and a wonderful place of rest for Helen’s mum ❤

[@craigwilson1604]

great video and i agree coming down is worse the mrs couldnt walk the day after doing snowdon, saying that the steps up loughrigg did mine in on monday :)

[@Rachel-em4me]

Ay up. Another great video. I go hiking all the time but still love watching others do it too. The monsal trail is a nice walk for miles on the flat mainly, unless you go up to monsal head. Even then its a 'stroll to the corner shop' up to scafell pike. You two are great. I watch all your videos 😊❤

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, glad you like

[@simonlove9178]

Fantastic vid guys ,the views are absolutely breathtaking ,it's like you both taking us all for a an adventerous hike ,love the vids ,you both have shining personalities 👍👍

[@bythecurb]

Our pleasure!

[@graemepatterson]

Fair play. I'd need air-lifted to the pub after that!!

[@jackielowe7377]

Epic hike. Loved this and hearing the deep breathing made me feel like I was there! Helen is of course amazing. I would have worried about the dark clouds, worried about my legs, worried about work the next day.....this video says just go out there and bloomin' Do It! Thanks

[@bythecurb]

Thanks, glad you liked it. Definitely just get out there and do it!!

[@judywarner539]

Wow guys that was brilliant. I did the same walk a few years ago & didn’t make it to the top, I got to Sprinkling Tarn & then back down Grains Gill. That downhill is a killer on the legs. I remember well the feeling of desperation to be back at my car haha. Done a few “thank god I’m still alive” hikes 😅

[@bythecurb]

Thanks. It's hard to explain how hard that route back is. My legs were stiff for days after

[@yorkslad9589]

Well done guys. Great video, warts n all. It's a beautiful hike which I havent done for quite a few years , now you've made me want to revisit. I'm 73 but think I'm 23 and whilst the spirits willing I'm trying hard not to admit that the old bones ain't what they used to be. Went up Ben Lawyer a Scottish Munro, couple of years before the covid thing, thought my legs were going to fall off by time I'd scrambled back down. As for the waterproofs, mine stay in the bag until it's too late so by time I put them on I'm usually drenched. Any way, thanks for the video, great fun (from my armchair)

[@bythecurb]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it

[@sarahstorey8492]

Thank yo absolutely loved this walk. I might do it xx

[@paulfisher7911]

superb im loving your channel and helen is a real treasure

[@dazpreston9572]

Well done on your hike...Can't beat it...Makes u feel alive..

[@bythecurb]

It really does 😊

[@junegrimley5697]

Brilliant you made my back hurt more just watching you xx

[@user-hq8rc9st4u]

Terrific video! Really enjoyed it.

[@michaeltong8645]

Keswick is my favourite lake district town some great pubs and shops. Friars crag and the stone circle are also nice places to go in Keswick.

[@simondrake4757]

Loved this one. Well done both.

[@jamesfield1674]

Great couple. I always go into Coniston in October my fav place.

[@philliplancaster9273]

Enjoyed this immensely. The scenery was awe inspiring. 😸

[@pbl7559]

ive done that walk a few times , its a belter, and its pretty tough going, well done 👋

[@graemeatkinson8411]

Areeet peeps, thanks for this one, just had a nightmare bike ride over Pennines and totally forgot how to do extreme stuff. This vid has helped my recovery❤

[@bythecurb]

Nice one!

[@kennybrydges9084]

Wow that looked hard.. I never did fancy it coz of the Rocky approach, but as I said before I’ve Summerted a few around there.. beautiful views 👍🙏🏼

[@iaincphotography6051]

It's a more rewarding way up than the path from Wasdale and less busy. Good looking down and across to Piers Gill. I have done my time on the tops, so it's good to see them again but using your legs lol. Cheers guys. Look well to each step.

[@KevinJones-qp9er]

Loved it glad i never had to do it though thanks for bringing us along 👌👌👌👌👌 Well done 👏👏👏👏👏

[@bythecurb]

Glad you enjoyed it