What is recorded here
Blencathra, also known as Saddleback, rises to approximately 895 metres and is a prominent peak in the Lake District, forming part of the central fells. Its geology consists mainly of volcanic and sedimentary rocks from the Ordovician period, and it holds historical significance as a landmark in both local and national walking routes.
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Places near here
Tarn CragsCliff · 377 yd
White CrossMonument · 439 yd
Atkinson PikeMountain / peak · 656 yd
Gategill Fell TopMountain / peak · 729 yd
Sharp EdgeCliff · 759 yd
Waterfall in Scales BeckWaterfall · 875 yd
Waterfall on Gate GillWaterfall · 1677 yd
Milestone on old A594Monument or public art · 1.1 mi
Dam Mire WoodNature reserve · 1.3 mi
Horse and Farrier Inn and Adjoining HouseListed building · 1.4 mi
Low HouseListed building · 1.4 mi
War MemorialMemorial · 1.5 miOther information
Photo: Michael Graham · CC BY-SA 2.0