Gareth, Sue and I enjoyed the rare treat of topping out and using the highest belay in the UK, the summit trig point on Ben Nevis. This provided a fine climax to the sustained grade V ice of 'Indicator Wall Right Hand'. We were just in time to snatch a fleeting summit view before the rapid westward march of the predicted deteriorating weather engulfed the summit plateau. Sub-zero temperatures, gathering westerlies and fresh snow were giving proper winter conditions for the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team who were rescuing an injured climber in Point Five Gully.

The Lochaber MRT do a great job rescuing folk off the hills in difficult and dangerous conditions and if you would like to make a donation it is very easy to do by following this link.

More photos from Indicator Wall and today on Ben Nevis