Hallin Fell seen from the slopes of Sleet Fell

Hallin Fell

Height388m (1,273ft)

Prominence163m (535ft)

RegionFar Eastern Fells

Climbed1 Time

Beautifully situated whilst overlooking a sweeping curve of Ullswater, Hallin Fell commands unrivalled views of the secluded Martindale hinterland. Whilst it is a continuation of the ridge leading down from Steel Knotts, a deep depression at The Coombs ensures that the fell appears entirely independent from almost any perspective.

"Hallin Fell, beautifully situated overlooking a curve of Ullswater and commanding unrivalled views of the secluded hinterland of Martindale, may be regarded as the motorists' fell, for the sandals and slippers of the numerous car owners who park on the crest of the road above the Howton zig-zags have smothered a wide track to its summit that is seldom violated by hobnail boots." — A. Wainwright

The summit is a grassy area dotted with small knolls and patches of rock, with its highest point marked by an imposing square-sectioned columnar cairn. As is common with many shorter hills set within mountainous terrain, the summit affords excellent vistas, reaching across to Martindale Common, High Street, Helvellyn, Blencathra, and the expansive waters of Ullswater.

The large summit pillar on a grey day

Trip Reports

Hallin Fell & Steel Knotts21/08/2014

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