Lake District
Bleaberry Fell
590M
1935FT
About Bleaberry Fell
Rising above the popular Walla Crag, Bleaberry Fell offers a quieter, wilder experience than its famous neighbor. Expect a steady, often damp climb from Keswick that rewards you with an exceptional perspective over Derwent Water and the surrounding North Western fells.
Key Statistics
Rank
279th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Central Fells
Prominence
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42m
Nearest Town
Keswick
Geology
Bleaberry Fell is built from hard volcanic rock (andesite) and layers of volcanic‑derived sandstone from the Birker Fell Andesite Formation. This gives the fell its rugged character.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NY285195
Latitude
54.5664°N
Longitude
3.1062°W
Did You Know?
- •The fell marks a significant watershed between the Borrowdale and Thirlmere valleys, forming the northern end of a high, undulating ridge that leads towards High Seat.
- •The name is derived from the Middle English for bilberries, which grow in abundance across its slopes and are still referred to as 'bleaberries' in the local Cumbrian dialect.
- •The summit plateau is composed of the Skiddaw Group of rocks, though the geological foundation is largely hidden by an exceptionally thick layer of peat and heather.
- •Nearby Walla Crag was a Victorian favorite for 'view-hunting,' but Bleaberry Fell remains the preferred choice for modern hikers seeking a more comprehensive panorama of the Helvellyn range.
- •Attempting the ridge walk south to High Seat after a week of rain is essentially an Olympic-level event in bog-dodging, where a single lapse in concentration can result in a boot-swallowing peat bath.