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Little Harter Fell

Downs, Moorland in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Little Harter Fell

Taking a break on Harter Fell A 'geograph' contributor studies the map whilst taking a break on Harter Fell. The view is north west towards High Street with a glimpse of Blea Water.
Taking a break on Harter Fell Credit: Gordon Hatton

Little Harter Fell is a prominent hill located in the county of Westmorland, England. Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park, it forms part of the Eastern Fells range, which stretches from Ullswater to Haweswater. With an elevation of 639 meters (2,096 feet), it is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The terrain of Little Harter Fell consists of a mixture of grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and heather-covered moorland. Its summit offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding fells, including the iconic Helvellyn and High Street peaks. On a clear day, one can also see the shimmering waters of Haweswater Reservoir to the east.

The ascent of Little Harter Fell can be undertaken from various starting points, such as Mardale Head or Bampton. The most commonly used route is a circular walk that combines the climb with other nearby fells, including Harter Fell and Branstree. This longer hike allows visitors to fully appreciate the beauty of the area and provides ample opportunities for wildlife spotting, as the hill is home to a variety of bird species and mountain hares.

Little Harter Fell's remote location and rugged landscape make it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and a sense of adventure. Whether it is a challenging hike or a peaceful stroll through the moorland, this hill has something to offer every type of outdoor enthusiast.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.476019/-2.8239864 or Grid Reference NY4609. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Taking a break on Harter Fell A 'geograph' contributor studies the map whilst taking a break on Harter Fell. The view is north west towards High Street with a glimpse of Blea Water.
Taking a break on Harter Fell
A 'geograph' contributor studies the map whilst taking a break on Harter Fell. The view is north west towards High Street with a glimpse of Blea Water.
Concrete Ring Trigonometrical Station Detail of the Ordnance Survey trigonometrical station on the summit of Artlecrag Pike, commonly referred to as Branstree, marked by a concrete ring inscribed ‘Ordnance Survey Trigonometrical Station’. Named by the Ordnance Survey as Selside Brow (the slope of land to the south), the conical brass bolt in the centre of the ring marking the precise location of the trigonometrical station is set into a concrete block. The trigonometrical station marks a point 711.098m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled in 1961 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7238451">NY4709 : The summit of Branstree</a>).
Concrete Ring Trigonometrical Station
Detail of the Ordnance Survey trigonometrical station on the summit of Artlecrag Pike, commonly referred to as Branstree, marked by a concrete ring inscribed ‘Ordnance Survey Trigonometrical Station’. Named by the Ordnance Survey as Selside Brow (the slope of land to the south), the conical brass bolt in the centre of the ring marking the precise location of the trigonometrical station is set into a concrete block. The trigonometrical station marks a point 711.098m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled in 1961 (location photograph NY4709 : The summit of Branstree).
The summit of Branstree The rounded grassy summit of Branstree, also known as Artlecrag Pike, is adorned with a small cairn and an Ordnance Survey concrete ring trigonometrical station. Named by the Ordnance Survey as Selside Brow (the slope of land to the south), the trigonometrical station marks a point 711.098m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled in 1961 (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7238279">NY4709 : Concrete Ring Trigonometrical Station</a>). The highest summit on the ridge in the background is High Raise.
The summit of Branstree
The rounded grassy summit of Branstree, also known as Artlecrag Pike, is adorned with a small cairn and an Ordnance Survey concrete ring trigonometrical station. Named by the Ordnance Survey as Selside Brow (the slope of land to the south), the trigonometrical station marks a point 711.098m above sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last levelled in 1961 (photograph NY4709 : Concrete Ring Trigonometrical Station). The highest summit on the ridge in the background is High Raise.
Cairn on Eagle Crag
Cairn on Eagle Crag
Falling water levels at Mardale Head A number of walls and tracks of the submerged village of Mardale Green are visible
Falling water levels at Mardale Head
A number of walls and tracks of the submerged village of Mardale Green are visible
Old drove road at the head of Sleddale Old drove road at the head of Sleddale with the rainbow over Branstree.
Old drove road at the head of Sleddale
Old drove road at the head of Sleddale with the rainbow over Branstree.
Gate On Path Near Selside Brow My walking companions wait for me at a gate on the footpath near Selside Brow.
Gate On Path Near Selside Brow
My walking companions wait for me at a gate on the footpath near Selside Brow.
Old Boundary Marker on Little Harter Fell Estate Boundary Marker at the summit of Little Harter Fell. Inscribed H and L on opposite faces, which refer the Harrison and Lowther estates. On the boundary of Longsleddale and Shap Rural parishes. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bjf03.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bjf03.jpg">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bjf04.jpg" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geog.port.ac.uk/webmap/thelakes/photos/bjf04.jpg">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. Milestone Society National ID: WE_SHALON06em
Old Boundary Marker on Little Harter Fell
Estate Boundary Marker at the summit of Little Harter Fell. Inscribed H and L on opposite faces, which refer the Harrison and Lowther estates. On the boundary of Longsleddale and Shap Rural parishes. See also LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: WE_SHALON06em
Trig point on Kentmere Pike - view SE
Trig point on Kentmere Pike - view SE
Spotlight on Hart Crag Quarry, Kentmere A single beam of sunlight picks out the great gash of Hart Crag Quarry on the eastern flank of Kentmere. It was worked in the 18th and 19th centuries. We once followed the one-way tracks of a fox in the snow up to here.
Spotlight on Hart Crag Quarry, Kentmere
A single beam of sunlight picks out the great gash of Hart Crag Quarry on the eastern flank of Kentmere. It was worked in the 18th and 19th centuries. We once followed the one-way tracks of a fox in the snow up to here.
North slope of Tarn Crag
North slope of Tarn Crag
Signpost at head of Longsleddale
Signpost at head of Longsleddale
Gatescarth Pass begins to descend steeply
Gatescarth Pass begins to descend steeply
Path following the fence The path following the fence from the Gatesgarth Pass nearing the junction with the wall and Branstree summit to the left
Path following the fence
The path following the fence from the Gatesgarth Pass nearing the junction with the wall and Branstree summit to the left
Selside Brow On Selside Brow the path heading up to Branstree
Selside Brow
On Selside Brow the path heading up to Branstree
Gate to Mosedale The path to Tarn Crag passes the gate to the bridleway to Mosedale
Gate to Mosedale
The path to Tarn Crag passes the gate to the bridleway to Mosedale
Brownhowe Bottom From Brownhowe Bottom the byway heading to the Gatescarth Pass and the bridleway to Mosedale off to the right
Brownhowe Bottom
From Brownhowe Bottom the byway heading to the Gatescarth Pass and the bridleway to Mosedale off to the right
Wall and fence meeting at summit of Branstree The flat summit area of Branstree with the accepted actual summit indicated by a small cairn seen just left of the most central fence post.
Wall and fence meeting at summit of Branstree
The flat summit area of Branstree with the accepted actual summit indicated by a small cairn seen just left of the most central fence post.
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Little Harter Fell is located at Grid Ref: NY4609 (Lat: 54.476019, Lng: -2.8239864)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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