Beda Head

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland Eden

England

Beda Head

The path down Fusedale Looking north from Groove Gill down to the ruin and beyond.
The path down Fusedale Credit: Christine Johnstone

Beda Head is a prominent hill/mountain located in the region of Westmorland, which is part of the county of Cumbria in northwestern England. It stands at an elevation of approximately 675 meters (2,215 feet) above sea level. Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Beda Head offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill/mountain is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep slopes that make it a challenging but rewarding destination for hikers and mountaineers. The ascent to the summit is a popular route, offering a challenging yet exhilarating experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The path to the top is well-marked, making it accessible to both experienced climbers and those seeking a moderate hike.

The summit of Beda Head provides breathtaking views of the surrounding fells, including nearby peaks such as High Street, Bonscale Pike, and Place Fell. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the majestic Ullswater, one of the region's most renowned lakes.

The hill/mountain is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, adding to its natural appeal. Visitors may encounter native wildlife such as red deer, mountain goats, and various bird species throughout their journey.

Overall, Beda Head in Westmorland offers a memorable outdoor experience, combining challenging terrain with mesmerizing views, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Beda Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.545466/-2.8858904 or Grid Reference NY4217. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The path down Fusedale Looking north from Groove Gill down to the ruin and beyond.
The path down Fusedale
Looking north from Groove Gill down to the ruin and beyond.
Martindale, from the north-east The distant farm is Thrang Crag.
Martindale, from the north-east
The distant farm is Thrang Crag.
Bracken in Ramps Gill The slopes of Martindale are full of it.
Bracken in Ramps Gill
The slopes of Martindale are full of it.
Wall descending from Nab End Shewn on the earliest large-scale OS map [surveyed in 1860].
Wall descending from Nab End
Shewn on the earliest large-scale OS map [surveyed in 1860].
Sheep and lamb, Ramps Gill Alongside Rampsgill Beck.
Sheep and lamb, Ramps Gill
Alongside Rampsgill Beck.
Restored sheepfold, Ramps Gill Restored around 2015. Compare with its unrestored state in 2012 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2998928">NY4315 : Ruined, but mapped, sheepfold</a>.
Restored sheepfold, Ramps Gill
Restored around 2015. Compare with its unrestored state in 2012 NY4315 : Ruined, but mapped, sheepfold.
Winter Crag, Martindale The name of both the farm and the rocky outcrops behind it.
Winter Crag, Martindale
The name of both the farm and the rocky outcrops behind it.
Abandoned field, below Birkie Knott, Martindale The roughly rectangular field is shown on the earliest large-scale OS map, surveyed in 1860.
Abandoned field, below Birkie Knott, Martindale
The roughly rectangular field is shown on the earliest large-scale OS map, surveyed in 1860.
Small rocky outcrops in Bannerdale The long drystone wall is shown on the earliest large-scale OS map, surveyed in 1860.
Small rocky outcrops in Bannerdale
The long drystone wall is shown on the earliest large-scale OS map, surveyed in 1860.
Wall climbing towards Heck Crag, Bannerdale In 1860 'Heck' was mapped as 'Haig'. Probably just a difference in accent between the locals and the surveyor.
Wall climbing towards Heck Crag, Bannerdale
In 1860 'Heck' was mapped as 'Haig'. Probably just a difference in accent between the locals and the surveyor.
Red deer, below Bedafell Knott, Bannerdale 300 metres away, but well aware of me. Red deer are more usually seen on the east [Nab] side of Bannerdale.
Red deer, below Bedafell Knott, Bannerdale
300 metres away, but well aware of me. Red deer are more usually seen on the east [Nab] side of Bannerdale.
Access track to a field barn, Bannerdale The barn [but not the tree it is under!] is shown on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1860.
Access track to a field barn, Bannerdale
The barn [but not the tree it is under!] is shown on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1860.
Beda Fell Low Brock Crags
Beda Fell
Low Brock Crags
The Lodge. Taken from Birkie knott.
The Lodge.
Taken from Birkie knott.
Path along Brownthwaite Crag Looking back to Pikeawassa (Steel Knotts)
Path along Brownthwaite Crag
Looking back to Pikeawassa (Steel Knotts)
Ruined hut by Fusedale Beck Walking to Wether Hill.
Ruined hut by Fusedale Beck
Walking to Wether Hill.
View to Rampsgill Head from The Nab
View to Rampsgill Head from The Nab
Rest Dodd from The Nab
Rest Dodd from The Nab
Show me another place!

Beda Head is located at Grid Ref: NY4217 (Lat: 54.545466, Lng: -2.8858904)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

Also known as: Beda Fell

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.545466,-2.8858904
Beda Fell
Alt Name: Beda Head
Ele: 509
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q4878972
Wikipedia: en:Beda Fell
Lat/Long: 54.5464698/-2.8844026
Low Brock Crags
Is In: Eden, Cumbria
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.5494857/-2.8858177
Alan Crag
Ele: 490
Natural: peak
Source: GPS;OS_OpenStreetView
Lat/Long: 54.5480833/-2.8849843
Beda Head
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.5467219/-2.8844874
Shelter
Lat/Long: 54.5478727/-2.8858216
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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