Birkett Fell

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Eden

England

Birkett Fell

Boulder, Matterdale Common
Boulder, Matterdale Common Credit: Mick Garratt

Birkett Fell is a prominent hill located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwest region of England. Situated within the Lake District National Park, it forms part of the picturesque landscape that attracts thousands of tourists each year. With an elevation of 568 meters (1,864 feet), Birkett Fell is classified as a hill rather than a mountain.

The fell offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Crummock Water and Loweswater lakes. Its location within the national park makes it an ideal spot for hiking enthusiasts, who can enjoy the challenging yet rewarding ascent to its summit. The hill is known for its rugged terrain, featuring rocky outcrops and steep slopes, which provide an exciting adventure for those seeking an adrenaline rush.

Birkett Fell is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, with various bird species, such as buzzards and peregrine falcons, often spotted soaring through the skies. The hill's vegetation is mainly comprised of heather, grasses, and scattered woodland, contributing to the area's natural beauty.

The fell is named after Bill Birkett, a renowned Lake District writer and fell walker, who documented his experiences and knowledge of the area in his famous guidebooks. Birkett Fell continues to be a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, challenging terrain, and breathtaking views.

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Birkett Fell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.569228/-2.9847335 or Grid Reference NY3619. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boulder, Matterdale Common
Boulder, Matterdale Common
Deepdale from Matterdale Common
Deepdale from Matterdale Common
Rock outcrop
Rock outcrop
Path towards Dowthwaitehead
Path towards Dowthwaitehead
Path towards Dowthwaitehead
Path towards Dowthwaitehead
Minor road near Dowthwaitehead
Minor road near Dowthwaitehead
Ruined building near Dowthwaitehead
Ruined building near Dowthwaitehead
Summit cairn at Sheffield Pike & view to Ullswater
Summit cairn at Sheffield Pike & view to Ullswater
View towards Ullswater from path below Glencoyne Head
View towards Ullswater from path below Glencoyne Head
Path contouring around the northern side of Glencoyne
Path contouring around the northern side of Glencoyne
Glencoyne Head above Ullswater
Glencoyne Head above Ullswater
Path below Brown Hills with a view towards Ullswater
Path below Brown Hills with a view towards Ullswater
Hill slope at Spying How with view towards Ullswater
Hill slope at Spying How with view towards Ullswater
Path near Hart Side
Path near Hart Side
Hart Side
Hart Side
Path on Birkett Fell
Path on Birkett Fell
View down Glencoyne towards Ullswater An archetypal glacial valley. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7376571">NY3618 : View towards Ullswater from path below Glencoyne Head</a> for a similar view in 2022.
View down Glencoyne towards Ullswater
An archetypal glacial valley. See NY3618 : View towards Ullswater from path below Glencoyne Head for a similar view in 2022.
Hill slope below Randerside Randerside is an area of minor rockiness along the north-east ridge of Great Dodd.
The near ground in the image is part of a subsidiary ridge descending at a shallow angle before steepening as it drops into Deepdale.
Hart Side is the mountain beyond.
Hill slope below Randerside
Randerside is an area of minor rockiness along the north-east ridge of Great Dodd. The near ground in the image is part of a subsidiary ridge descending at a shallow angle before steepening as it drops into Deepdale. Hart Side is the mountain beyond.
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Birkett Fell is located at Grid Ref: NY3619 (Lat: 54.569228, Lng: -2.9847335)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.569228,-2.9847335
Birket Fell
Natural: fell
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 54.570997/-2.9845877
Birkett Fell
Board Type: hiking
Man Made: cairn
Lat/Long: 54.5695192/-2.9843854
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