Lake District
Rainsborrow Crag
641M
2103FT
About Rainsborrow Crag
Tucked beneath the main ridge of Yoke, this rugged Synge summit offers a more intimate experience than its higher neighbours. Characterised by steep, craggy western faces dropping into the upper Kentmere valley, it provides a dramatic vantage point overlooking the reservoir and the soaring, scree-covered slopes of Ill Bell.
Key Statistics
Rank
217th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Far Eastern Fells
Prominence
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2m
Nearest Town
Kentmere
Geology
You are walking on layers of ancient volcanic ash, hardened lava, and sandy debris created during a period of intense volcanic activity.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NY441067
Latitude
54.4532°N
Longitude
2.8630°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is likely derived from the Old Norse 'hrafn' (raven) and 'berg' (hill), indicating that these steep western cliffs have been a traditional nesting site for ravens for centuries.
- •Although often considered a mere shoulder of Yoke, it is listed as a separate summit in the Synge classification, which identifies Lakeland tops based on a specific 15-metre prominence.
- •The crag provides a spectacular profile view of the neighbouring Ill Bell, clearly showing the steep, tiered scree runs that make that fell one of the most distinctive shapes in the Far Eastern Fells.
- •It is the ideal spot to watch the crowds on the Kentmere Horseshoe from a distance; most walkers stay on the broad ridge path above, leaving this rocky outcrop in relative peace.