On a school trip. At the time, this felt long and easy, but not overly thrilling (indeed less so than the trek over from the Snowdon Ranger YH to Llanberis the day before). Which might show, judging by the opinion of others, that - although young and callow - I probably was a reasonable judge of a route!
Well over 20 years after that before I climbed another mountain...
Warning
Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. Summer routes may not be viable or appropriate in winter. See winter information on our skills and safety pages for more information.