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Brant Fell

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire South Lakeland

England

Brant Fell

Trig pillar on The Calf, 677m
Trig pillar on The Calf, 677m Credit: John Ferguson

Brant Fell is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, this natural landmark is part of the Yorkshire Downs and Moorland region. Rising to an elevation of approximately 629 feet (192 meters), Brant Fell offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides, covered in vibrant green grasses and scattered with rocky outcrops. Brant Fell is predominantly composed of limestone, which gives the area a unique geological identity. The limestone formations found here are a testament to the area's ancient history, with fossils and other remnants dating back millions of years.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with several well-maintained trails leading to its summit. These paths wind through the rolling countryside, passing by charming villages, meandering streams, and lush woodlands. Along the way, visitors can spot a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, birds, and small mammals.

At the top of Brant Fell, visitors are rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding Yorkshire Dales. On a clear day, one can see for miles, taking in the patchwork of farmland, quaint villages, and distant hills. The hilltop also offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for a picnic or simply to unwind and soak in the beauty of nature.

Overall, Brant Fell is a stunning natural landmark in the Yorkshire Downs and Moorland region, providing visitors with a glimpse into the diverse and captivating landscape of Yorkshire.

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Brant Fell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.353605/-2.5286269 or Grid Reference SD6595. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trig pillar on The Calf, 677m
Trig pillar on The Calf, 677m
Castley A farm at the foot of Fell Head.
Castley
A farm at the foot of Fell Head.
Summit area of Arant Haw A flat, grassy summit with a cairn. Fell Head is the distant hill above the cairn.
Summit area of Arant Haw
A flat, grassy summit with a cairn. Fell Head is the distant hill above the cairn.
West ridge of Arant Haw The grassy west ridge of Arant Haw with a small cairn at a minor rise to 515 metres. As with most significant ridges of the Howgill Fells there's a track along the ridge crest created either by the passage of quad bikes, walkers, or most likely, both.
West ridge of Arant Haw
The grassy west ridge of Arant Haw with a small cairn at a minor rise to 515 metres. As with most significant ridges of the Howgill Fells there's a track along the ridge crest created either by the passage of quad bikes, walkers, or most likely, both.
Path along ridge descending north The descending ground began as the west ridge of Arant Haw before splitting, this branch then turned north. It descends further then loses its identity. Fell Head is the obvious distant hill.
Path along ridge descending north
The descending ground began as the west ridge of Arant Haw before splitting, this branch then turned north. It descends further then loses its identity. Fell Head is the obvious distant hill.
Knolls of Seat Knott Seat Knott is a feature of the declining west ridge of Arant Haw once it has gone through a few changes of direction. Fell Head is the distant hill.
Knolls of Seat Knott
Seat Knott is a feature of the declining west ridge of Arant Haw once it has gone through a few changes of direction. Fell Head is the distant hill.
Farm road north-east of Birkhaw The farm road is also a bridleway heading into the valley of Bram Rigg Beck.
Farm road north-east of Birkhaw
The farm road is also a bridleway heading into the valley of Bram Rigg Beck.
Northern side of Arant Haw Part of the northern side of Arant Haw rises to the left above the deep valley. Rowantree Grains Fold is in the foreground: as Karl & Ali comment - <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4233407" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4233407">Link</a> - it's in an unusually exposed location.
Northern side of Arant Haw
Part of the northern side of Arant Haw rises to the left above the deep valley. Rowantree Grains Fold is in the foreground: as Karl & Ali comment - Link - it's in an unusually exposed location.
Grassy headwall of valley of Hobdale Gill The summit of Calders lies just above the steep ground; from it, the ridge at the right side of the image descends over Middle Tongue.
Grassy headwall of valley of Hobdale Gill
The summit of Calders lies just above the steep ground; from it, the ridge at the right side of the image descends over Middle Tongue.
Looking cross valley of Settlebeck Gill towards Crook
Looking cross valley of Settlebeck Gill towards Crook
View north on west side of Settlebeck Gill valley east of Winder
View north on west side of Settlebeck Gill valley east of Winder
On the path up Winder Settlebeck Gill on the right.
On the path up Winder
Settlebeck Gill on the right.
Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar on top of Winder The pillar is described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://trigpointing.uk/trig/6962" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://trigpointing.uk/trig/6962">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 has a flush bracket benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7323993">SD6593 : Benchmark on Winder triangulation pillar</a> set into its left hand face
Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar on top of Winder
The pillar is described at LinkExternal link and has a flush bracket benchmark SD6593 : Benchmark on Winder triangulation pillar set into its left hand face
Stream grooves on Arant Haw Low-angled sunshine accentuates the depth of the grooves the longer of which has been created by Swere Gill.
Stream grooves on Arant Haw
Low-angled sunshine accentuates the depth of the grooves the longer of which has been created by Swere Gill.
Grassy slopes on Crook Rough grass covers the broad connecting ridge between Arant Haw and Crook. The lone walker is on her way to the former hill.
Grassy slopes on Crook
Rough grass covers the broad connecting ridge between Arant Haw and Crook. The lone walker is on her way to the former hill.
Rowantree Grains Fold Below Brant Fell
Rowantree Grains Fold
Below Brant Fell
Looking over Bram Rigg Beck From the Dales High Way path below Calders
Looking over Bram Rigg Beck
From the Dales High Way path below Calders
Walking on Howgill Fells The path between Calders and The Calf
Walking on Howgill Fells
The path between Calders and The Calf
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Brant Fell is located at Grid Ref: SD6595 (Lat: 54.353605, Lng: -2.5286269)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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