Little Mell Fell, Mountain summit in Matterdale, United Kingdom.
Little Mell Fell rises to 505 meters with smooth grassy slopes and extends a broad ridge northward, creating paths suitable for family walks.
The mountain's name first appeared in records as Melfel in 1279, deriving from a Brittonic word that refers to its bare surface characteristics.
A Bronze Age burial mound marks the summit of Little Mell Fell, indicating early human presence and ancient ritualistic practices in the region.
The ascent starts from the southern pass with clear paths leading to the summit, offering direct routes without technical climbing requirements.
The mountain contains distinct Mell Fell Conglomerate formations from the Devonian period, marking ancient river and desert environmental processes.
Location: Matterdale
Elevation above the sea: 505 m
GPS coordinates: 54.60802,-2.89445
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:04
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