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Hesk Fell

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Copeland

England

Hesk Fell

Sheepfold Camp The disused sheepfold provides added shelter for the wild camper.
Sheepfold Camp Credit: Charles Leventon

Hesk Fell is a prominent hill located in the western part of the Lake District National Park, in the county of Cumbria, England. Rising to an elevation of 477 meters (1,565 feet), it is considered more of a hill than a mountain. Despite its relatively modest height, Hesk Fell offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Situated near the village of Boot, Hesk Fell is part of the Eskdale Valley, which is known for its picturesque beauty and rich history. The hill is composed mainly of volcanic rock and is characterized by its gentle slopes and grassy terrain. Its distinctive rounded summit provides panoramic vistas of the neighboring fells, including Scafell Pike, England's highest peak.

The ascent to Hesk Fell is relatively straightforward, with several well-defined footpaths leading to the summit. One of the most popular routes starts from the village of Eskdale Green, taking hikers through lush woodlands and open fields, before reaching the top. Along the way, visitors may encounter an abundance of wildlife, including birds of prey, sheep, and occasionally, wild deer.

At the summit, there are no specific landmarks or structures, but the views are truly breathtaking. On a clear day, one can see the Irish Sea to the west and the majestic mountains of the Lake District to the east. Hesk Fell provides a peaceful and serene setting, away from the more crowded tourist spots, making it a perfect place for those seeking tranquility in nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.340893/-3.268711 or Grid Reference SD1794. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheepfold Camp The disused sheepfold provides added shelter for the wild camper.
Sheepfold Camp
The disused sheepfold provides added shelter for the wild camper.
Crosbythwaite Farm. Big sheep gathering day when this one was taken.
Crosbythwaite Farm.
Big sheep gathering day when this one was taken.
Pike Side Farm
Pike Side Farm
Stephensons Wood. As viewed from the Crosbythwaite sheep pens.
Stephensons Wood.
As viewed from the Crosbythwaite sheep pens.
Bridleway To Holehouse from the Birker fell Road. Hesk Fell in view.
Bridleway
To Holehouse from the Birker fell Road. Hesk Fell in view.
Sike Moss The boggy vegetation starting to show a red tinge. Bog Myrtle widespread here.
Sike Moss
The boggy vegetation starting to show a red tinge. Bog Myrtle widespread here.
Wall Ulpha The ancient wall crosses the Birker Fell road at Winds Gate. Extensive flanks of Hesk Fell in view.
Wall Ulpha
The ancient wall crosses the Birker Fell road at Winds Gate. Extensive flanks of Hesk Fell in view.
On Ulpha Fell The wall encloses the farmland around Woodend Farm.
On Ulpha Fell
The wall encloses the farmland around Woodend Farm.
Wall, Ulpha Fell On the ascent of the grassy Hesk Fell. Scafell on the skyline.
Wall, Ulpha Fell
On the ascent of the grassy Hesk Fell. Scafell on the skyline.
Cairn , Hesk Fell All is grass on Hesk Fell's summit dome.The Cairn consists of three stones carried up by someone. Anywhere in a 100 yard radius could be the top. Heaton Cooper states that Hesk Fell is from 'Hest Fell, Fell of the Ponies.' Caw on the skyline.
Cairn , Hesk Fell
All is grass on Hesk Fell's summit dome.The Cairn consists of three stones carried up by someone. Anywhere in a 100 yard radius could be the top. Heaton Cooper states that Hesk Fell is from 'Hest Fell, Fell of the Ponies.' Caw on the skyline.
Storthes Gill In the dip between Hesk Fell and Whitfell
Storthes Gill
In the dip between Hesk Fell and Whitfell
Storthes A boggy dip between Hesk Fell and Whitfell. Several small becks and Storthes Gill eventually meet together in the square to become Holehouse Gill a tributary of the Duddon.Looking up at Hesk Fell.
Storthes
A boggy dip between Hesk Fell and Whitfell. Several small becks and Storthes Gill eventually meet together in the square to become Holehouse Gill a tributary of the Duddon.Looking up at Hesk Fell.
Summit Cairn, Yoadcastle Yoadcastle's top is craggy and a great viewpoint in all directions on the quiet fells above Devoke Water. Hesk Fell in mid shot.
Summit Cairn, Yoadcastle
Yoadcastle's top is craggy and a great viewpoint in all directions on the quiet fells above Devoke Water. Hesk Fell in mid shot.
Yoadcastle The craggy south face of Yoadcastle 1610'
Yoadcastle
The craggy south face of Yoadcastle 1610'
Great Gill, Cockley Moss The eastern gridline of the square appears to be almost exactly where the Gill passes through the wall.
Great Gill, Cockley Moss
The eastern gridline of the square appears to be almost exactly where the Gill passes through the wall.
Cockley Moss Looking towards Devoke Water
Cockley Moss
Looking towards Devoke Water
On Ulpha Fell Looking up the fell towards Yoadcastle. The fellside was very wet even on its higher slopes.
On Ulpha Fell
Looking up the fell towards Yoadcastle. The fellside was very wet even on its higher slopes.
Tarn, Hesk Fell The tiny Tarn on the top of the fell is shown on the map.
Tarn, Hesk Fell
The tiny Tarn on the top of the fell is shown on the map.
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Hesk Fell is located at Grid Ref: SD1794 (Lat: 54.340893, Lng: -3.268711)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.340893,-3.268711
Abandoned: yes
Historic: mine
Man Made: mine
Lat/Long: 54.3366987/-3.2698271
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Hesk Fell
Ele: 477
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q5745672
Lat/Long: 54.3409241/-3.2687983
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