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Mountains & hills · North West England

Bell Crags

In or near Grange in Borrowdale.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Bell Crags — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 559.1 m.

Summit view, Bell Crags (558m) - geograph.org.uk - 1984575

Karl and Ali — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
  • Dog-friendly

About

Bell Crags is a mountain located in england north east. Elevation: 559.1 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Armboth Fells SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Bell Crags is a mountain located in North-East England. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and offers various opportunities for outdoor activities. Visitors can expect scenic views and a challenging environment suitable for experienced climbers and hikers. The area around Bell Crags is also known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

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Coordinates
54.5191, -3.0855

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bell Crags?
Bell Crags is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is Bell Crags?
Bell Crags — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 559.1 m.
How do I get to Bell Crags?
The nearest town is Grange in Borrowdale. Its coordinates are 54.5191°, -3.0855°.
Is Bell Crags a protected site?
Yes — Bell Crags is part of the Armboth Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.