Beda Fell (Beda Head)

Beda Fell from Hallin Fell

Beda Fell

Height509m (1,670ft)

Prominence60m (197ft)

RegionFar Eastern Fells

Climbed1 Time

Beda Fell serves as the long, north-eastern ridge extending from the Angletarn Pikes. Whilst it narrows significantly as it descends, the ridge broadens mid-way to assert its own character, culminating in a defined summit known as Beda Head.

"Beda fell is the long north east ridge of Angletarn Pikes, narrowing as it descends; but midway it asserts itself, broadens considerably and rises to a definite summit, Beda Head." — A. Wainwright

The fell acts as a divider between the valleys of Boredale and Bannerdale, both integral parts of the Martindale system. While the crest of the ridge is predominantly grassy, the flanks are universally steep, featuring dramatic tiers of crag—including Allen Crag, Ewe Crag, Raven Crag, and Thrang Crag—that drop away toward the valleys below.

The undulating summit

Beda Head itself is a grassy mound marked by a small cairn. From this vantage point, walkers are afforded excellent, clear-cut views across the surrounding high fells.

Trip Reports

Beda Fell, Angletarn Pikes & Place Fell06/09/2014

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