Brant Fell facts for kids
Brant Fell is a lovely hill located in the famous Lake District, a beautiful national park in England. It's close to a popular town called Bowness-on-Windermere in Cumbria. This hill is a great spot for a walk and offers amazing views, especially of the large lake called Windermere.
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Discovering Brant Fell
Brant Fell stands proudly in the southern part of the Lake District. It's very near Bowness-on-Windermere, a busy town right on the shore of Windermere lake. The hill isn't super tall, reaching about 629 feet (or 192 meters) high.
Why is Brant Fell Special?
Many people enjoy walking up Brant Fell because it offers fantastic views. From the top, you can see a wide, beautiful view of Windermere, England's largest natural lake. It's a perfect place to take photos or just enjoy the peaceful scenery.
Alfred Wainwright's View
A famous walker and author named Alfred Wainwright wrote about Brant Fell. He included it in his book The Outlying Fells of Lakeland. Wainwright loved the "fine prospect of Windermere" from the hill. His books are like guides for exploring the fells (hills) of the Lake District.
Walking Routes on Brant Fell
There are a few ways to explore Brant Fell. Wainwright described a popular route that starts from Bowness.
The Dales Way Path
The walk often begins by following a path called the Dales Way. This long-distance walking trail stretches across northern England. On Brant Fell, you can follow part of it to start your adventure.
Exploring Post Knott
As you walk, you'll make a loop over a viewpoint called Post Knott. This spot gives you another great chance to see the surrounding area. It's a key part of the walk before reaching the main summit of Brant Fell.
Reaching the Summit
After Post Knott, the path leads you to the summit of Brant Fell. From here, you get those amazing views of Windermere. It's a rewarding feeling to reach the top!
Alternative Return Routes
When you're ready to head back, you have a couple of choices.
- You can return the same way, following the Dales Way back to Bowness.
- Or, you can take a different path through woodlands. This path leads to Helm Road.
Visiting Biskey Howe
If you choose the woodland path, you might also want to visit Biskey Howe. This is another viewpoint that's only a short detour from Helm Road. It offers more lovely views before you continue down Helm Road back to Bowness.
Fun Facts About Brant Fell
The rocks at the summit of Brant Fell are interesting for people who enjoy bouldering. Bouldering is a type of rock climbing done on small rocks or boulders, usually without ropes. It's a fun challenge for climbers!
