High Fell

Hill, Mountain in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

High Fell

Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on a rock south side of the road. It marks a point 232.669m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet Credit: Adrian Dust

High Fell is a prominent hill located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the southern part of Lancashire, it forms part of the West Pennine Moors and lies within the Borough of Chorley. With an elevation of approximately 414 meters (1,358 feet), High Fell is considered one of the highest points in the region.

The hill is characterized by its rolling terrain, covered in heather and grassland, which provides a picturesque landscape. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the nearby towns of Chorley, Bolton, and Preston, as well as glimpses of the West Pennine Moors and the Ribble Valley.

High Fell is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting hikers, walkers, and nature lovers who seek to explore its scenic trails. The hill is crisscrossed with footpaths and bridleways, allowing visitors to traverse its slopes and discover its natural beauty.

Aside from its recreational appeal, High Fell also holds historical significance. The area surrounding the hill is rich in archaeological remains, including prehistoric burial mounds and evidence of early human settlements. This historical context adds an extra layer of interest for those exploring the hill.

In conclusion, High Fell in Lancashire offers a combination of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance. Whether one is seeking a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, High Fell provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor exploration in the heart of Lancashire.

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High Fell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.405944/-3.0796011 or Grid Reference NY3001. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on a rock south side of the road. It marks a point 232.669m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on a rock south side of the road. It marks a point 232.669m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on a rock north side of the road. It marks a point 200.357m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on a rock north side of the road. It marks a point 200.357m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on a rock north side of the road. It marks a point 186.041m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on a rock north side of the road. It marks a point 186.041m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on a rock south side of the road. It marks a point 167.817m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on a rock south side of the road. It marks a point 167.817m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on a rock south side of the road. It marks a point 149.959m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on a rock south side of the road. It marks a point 149.959m above mean sea level.
Shallow pool on ridge rising to Wetherlam A broad, lengthy ridge which in its higher reach is fairly featureless rises generally northwards to the Wetherlam summit. There are minor knolls and a tarn or two; this is the more attractive of them.
Helvellyn and Fairfield and their satellite mountains are in the distance.
Shallow pool on ridge rising to Wetherlam
A broad, lengthy ridge which in its higher reach is fairly featureless rises generally northwards to the Wetherlam summit. There are minor knolls and a tarn or two; this is the more attractive of them. Helvellyn and Fairfield and their satellite mountains are in the distance.
Rock exposures at summit area of Wetherlam Extensive, knobbly exposures of bare rock lying to the north of the summit cairn with little of it standing much above the  general ground level.
The distant range of mountains has Slight Side and Scafell to the left with Bow Fell at the right.
Rock exposures at summit area of Wetherlam
Extensive, knobbly exposures of bare rock lying to the north of the summit cairn with little of it standing much above the general ground level. The distant range of mountains has Slight Side and Scafell to the left with Bow Fell at the right.
Path traversing northern side of Black Sails Black Sails is a summit among the Coniston group of mountains; it rises to the right out of the image. Probably, not being a 'Wainwright' top, it's rather ignored by many walkers and so this path has developed bypassing the hill and connecting Wetherlam, which is the distant summit, with Swirl How, behind the camera location.
Path traversing northern side of Black Sails
Black Sails is a summit among the Coniston group of mountains; it rises to the right out of the image. Probably, not being a 'Wainwright' top, it's rather ignored by many walkers and so this path has developed bypassing the hill and connecting Wetherlam, which is the distant summit, with Swirl How, behind the camera location.
Eastern end of the Wrynose Pass
Eastern end of the Wrynose Pass
Hollin Crag
Hollin Crag
Fell Foot Fell Foot in Little Langdale with the Langdale Pikes in the distance in cloud.
Fell Foot
Fell Foot in Little Langdale with the Langdale Pikes in the distance in cloud.
The Langdale Pikes The Langdale Pikes viewed from near Fell Foot in Little Langdale.
The Langdale Pikes
The Langdale Pikes viewed from near Fell Foot in Little Langdale.
Little Langdale from Wetherlam An outing on the Coniston Fells. Wetherlam then the Old Man. This is the view from the summit of Wetherlam down into Little Langdale. The two tarns are Blea Tarn (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY2904">NY2904</a>) and Little Langdale Tarn (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY3003">NY3003</a>).

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Little Langdale from Wetherlam
An outing on the Coniston Fells. Wetherlam then the Old Man. This is the view from the summit of Wetherlam down into Little Langdale. The two tarns are Blea Tarn (NY2904) and Little Langdale Tarn (NY3003). Taken from my blog: LinkExternal link
Greenburn copper mine In the foreground is the waterwheel pit. The mine closed in 1917.
Greenburn copper mine
In the foreground is the waterwheel pit. The mine closed in 1917.
Wetherlam Tarn At the top of Steel Edge.
Wetherlam Tarn
At the top of Steel Edge.
Looking Down Steel Edge Easier to ascend than descend!
Looking Down Steel Edge
Easier to ascend than descend!
Wetherlam Summit Wetherlam Summit with in the distance The Old Man of Coniston
Wetherlam Summit
Wetherlam Summit with in the distance The Old Man of Coniston
Path down to Hole Rake By Hen Crag below Wetherlam the path down to Hole Rake
Path down to Hole Rake
By Hen Crag below Wetherlam the path down to Hole Rake
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High Fell is located at Grid Ref: NY3001 (Lat: 54.405944, Lng: -3.0796011)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Hawk Rigg
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Lat/Long: 54.4040139/-3.0804767
Birk Fell Man
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Great Intake
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Blake Rigg Plantation
Place: locality
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Haystack
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.4025455/-3.078094
Abandoned: yes
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Lat/Long: 54.4049411/-3.0776253
Blake Rigg Plantation
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.4055185/-3.0855179
Hull How
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.4097647/-3.0764665
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 54.4074205/-3.0781088
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 54.4080182/-3.0786434
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Lat/Long: 54.4098782/-3.0812497
Direction: 10
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 54.4058455/-3.0742891
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Lat/Long: 54.4074273/-3.0747932
Abandoned: yes
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Lat/Long: 54.4043208/-3.0820817
Abandoned: yes
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Lat/Long: 54.4041252/-3.0841254
Abandoned: yes
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Lat/Long: 54.4047631/-3.0854001
Borlase Upper Copper Mine
Abandoned: yes
Historic: mine
Man Made: mine
Mineral: copper
Lat/Long: 54.4047866/-3.0854092
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 54.4046698/-3.0750806
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