Middle Fell is one of three Wainwrights that form an obvious horseshoe above the northwestern shore of Wast Water, England’s deepest and, arguably, most dramatic lake. All adventures to Middle Fell are without technical difficulty and enjoy wonderful views. The summit reveals the awesome sight of the Wasdale Screes, seen head-on directly across Wast Water. Another highlight is the sight of Yewbarrow’s overturned hull form to the northeast.

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Lake District National Park

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Location: Wasdale, Copeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Adventurer Nic

May 10, 2021

Hiking

Middle Fell is a 1,909-foot (582 m) Wainwright in the Western Lake District National Park. It can most easily be approached from Nether Wasdale to the south. A great circular walk option is to link Middle Fell with nearby Wainwrights - Seatallan and Buckbarrow. I absolutely adore the view to the Scafell range from the summit on a clear day.

David Howells

July 3, 2021

Hiking

Middle Fell is an awesome viewpoint. Looking East you have Yewbarrow, Great Gable and the Scafell group in all its glory. SE you then have the glory of Wast Water and the long ridge of Illgill Head and Whin Rigg. As Ad Nic said it is also best done in conjunction with Buckbarrow and Seatallan. There is parking at the bottom of Middle Fell.

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July 28, 2023

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Middle Fell is 1,909 feet (582 m) high. It rises above the northern shore of Wast Water, offering a good viewing point of the lake and the Scafells to the east.

It's steep and craggy when viewed from Wast Water, but normally run from Greendale or Seatallan rather than direct from the lake.

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Greendale Round - Middle Fell, Seatallan and Buckbarrow

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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