I'm thinking of taking up mountaineering. Which of London's peaks can I climb without oxygen?

Question

I gather there are several real challenges in London Alpine terms: Denmark Hill, Tulse Hill, Primrose Hill, Herne Hill, and perhaps Mt Pleasant? Have I missed any? Are these all scaleable without needing oxygen? I prefer the direct unaided ascents myself.

What about sherpas??

Answer 1

I'd give Denmark Hill a go, not withuot the o2 though. It's a bit gross round there. BUUUT, you will always have Kings College on standby for oxygen, so maybe you could try it without?

Answer 2

you barking mad woman, must be hypoxia from all that london alpinism

Answer 3

Harrow on the Hill,

Mill Hill,

Holly Mount,

Chingford Mount,

all climeable without oxygen

Answer 4

The Vulcan Inn isle of dogs has 3 steps leading up to

the summit. Take care it has claimed the unprepared

several times,best of luck

Answer 5

id take a   sherpa everywhere, make sure your donkey is well prepared...... you are so brave, good luck in your quest...its a jungle out there

Answer 6

Shooters Hill (132m) Muswell Hill and more at http://www.timeout.com/london/features/2...

I prefer taking the bus, there's a lot of Asian bus drivers as a sort of Sherpa substitute.

Answer 7

Never attempt Primrose hill, with out strict training, A frapochino and a wheat free muffin, it could be disastrous