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Middle Fell

Downs, Moorland in Cumberland Copeland

England

Middle Fell

Flush Bracket benchmark, Seatallan Detail of the flush bracket benchmark on the triangulation pillar on the summit of Seatallan. The flush bracket, benchmark number S5762, is on the south south east face of the pillar and marks a height of 692.200m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn), last levelled in 1952 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7080016">NY1308 : Triangulation pillar, Seatallan</a>).
Flush Bracket benchmark, Seatallan Credit: Adrian Taylor

Middle Fell is a prominent hill located in the county of Cumberland, England. It is part of the picturesque landscape of the Lake District National Park, specifically situated in the western region of the park. With an elevation of 582 meters (1,909 feet), Middle Fell offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is characterized by its rugged terrain, consisting of rocky outcrops and steep slopes covered in heather and grasses. The area is also known for its diverse plant and animal life, including a variety of bird species such as peregrine falcons and red grouse, which can often be spotted during a hike up Middle Fell.

Access to Middle Fell can be gained from the nearby village of Wasdale Head, known for its proximity to England's deepest lake, Wastwater. From here, a well-defined footpath leads visitors up the hill, guiding them through open moorland and providing breathtaking views of the surrounding fells and valleys.

The summit of Middle Fell offers a rewarding experience, with panoramic vistas stretching across the Lake District and beyond. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the Isle of Man and even the mountains of Scotland.

Middle Fell, Cumberland, with its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife, provides a wonderful opportunity to immerse oneself in the enchanting landscapes of the Lake District National Park.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.452645/-3.3085355 or Grid Reference NY1507. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flush Bracket benchmark, Seatallan Detail of the flush bracket benchmark on the triangulation pillar on the summit of Seatallan. The flush bracket, benchmark number S5762, is on the south south east face of the pillar and marks a height of 692.200m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn), last levelled in 1952 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7080016">NY1308 : Triangulation pillar, Seatallan</a>).
Flush Bracket benchmark, Seatallan
Detail of the flush bracket benchmark on the triangulation pillar on the summit of Seatallan. The flush bracket, benchmark number S5762, is on the south south east face of the pillar and marks a height of 692.200m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn), last levelled in 1952 (location photograph NY1308 : Triangulation pillar, Seatallan).
Triangulation pillar, Seatallan The triangulation pillar on the summit of Seatallan. The flush bracket benchmark number S5762 on the south south east face of the pillar marks a height of 692.200m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled in 1952 (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7079993">NY1308 : Flush Bracket benchmark, Seatallan</a>).
Triangulation pillar, Seatallan
The triangulation pillar on the summit of Seatallan. The flush bracket benchmark number S5762 on the south south east face of the pillar marks a height of 692.200m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled in 1952 (photograph NY1308 : Flush Bracket benchmark, Seatallan).
Wast Water with brooding cloud Perhaps not the day to climb the hills.
Wast Water with brooding cloud
Perhaps not the day to climb the hills.
Wast Water at Over Beck Over Beck flows into the lake across a stony beach
Wast Water at Over Beck
Over Beck flows into the lake across a stony beach
Beside Wast Water With overnight camping not permitted, this group seemed to go to a great deal of trouble to make a coffee and a bacon sandwich.
Beside Wast Water
With overnight camping not permitted, this group seemed to go to a great deal of trouble to make a coffee and a bacon sandwich.
Beside Wast Water With overnight camping not permitted, this group seemed to go to a great deal of trouble to make a coffee and a bacon sandwich.
Beside Wast Water
With overnight camping not permitted, this group seemed to go to a great deal of trouble to make a coffee and a bacon sandwich.
Beside Wast Water With overnight camping not permitted, this group seemed to go to a great deal of trouble to make a coffee and a bacon sandwich.
Beside Wast Water
With overnight camping not permitted, this group seemed to go to a great deal of trouble to make a coffee and a bacon sandwich.
Wast Water Looking up the lake, with Yewbarrow to the left of picture and Great Gable to the right.
Wast Water
Looking up the lake, with Yewbarrow to the left of picture and Great Gable to the right.
Direction Sign - Signpost beside Wast Water Located on the southwest side of the junctions of the Wasdale Head and Greendale roads, in Wasdale parish. 3 arms and annulus finial. For an older photo before it was refurbished, see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6102831," href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6102831,">Link</a> and also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3197897" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3197897">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2162941" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2162941">Link</a>. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY1505
Direction Sign - Signpost beside Wast Water
Located on the southwest side of the junctions of the Wasdale Head and Greendale roads, in Wasdale parish. 3 arms and annulus finial. For an older photo before it was refurbished, see Link and also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY1505
Greendale Tarn Below Middle Fell looking to Greendale Tarn
Greendale Tarn
Below Middle Fell looking to Greendale Tarn
Bridleway heading down by Nether Beck Bridleway heading down by Nether Beck near Standy Gill
Bridleway heading down by Nether Beck
Bridleway heading down by Nether Beck near Standy Gill
Bridleway from Nether Beck Bridleway from Nether Beck coming out on the road by Wast Water
Bridleway from Nether Beck
Bridleway from Nether Beck coming out on the road by Wast Water
Wall, Greendale Backed with the impressive Buckbarrow which looks like a smaller version of Pike o Stickle
Wall, Greendale
Backed with the impressive Buckbarrow which looks like a smaller version of Pike o Stickle
Violet The fells are studded with violets at this time of year
Violet
The fells are studded with violets at this time of year
Greendale Gill Gorse coming into flower by the gill
Greendale Gill
Gorse coming into flower by the gill
Old Fold By Tongues Gills on the steep west bank of Greendale Gill
Old Fold
By Tongues Gills on the steep west bank of Greendale Gill
On Buckbarrow On Broad Crag, Buckbarrow. Looking towards The Scafells
On Buckbarrow
On Broad Crag, Buckbarrow. Looking towards The Scafells
On Seatallen On the extensive southern slope. There are several rudimentary bields in the sprinkling of boulders on the flank.
On Seatallen
On the extensive southern slope. There are several rudimentary bields in the sprinkling of boulders on the flank.
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Middle Fell is located at Grid Ref: NY1507 (Lat: 54.452645, Lng: -3.3085355)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.452645,-3.3085355
Middle Fell
Ele: 582
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q8524368
Wikipedia: en:Middle Fell
Lat/Long: 54.4531982/-3.3113946
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Nether Wasdale Common
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.453373/-3.308625
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