Beacon Fell
Mountain in North West England
The hike up Beacon Fell
The route starts at Brown Howe Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Beacon Fell?
Beacon Fell is 255 m above sea level and lies in North West England. Its prominence is 129 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Beacon Fell?
From Brown Howe Car Park it is about 1.9 km one way with 202 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 32 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Beacon Fell?
The nearest parking is Brown Howe Car Park (east of the peak) — 1.9 km on foot · ↑ 202 m · about 1 h 32 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 2.0 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Beacon Fell in Conquer?
Yes — Beacon Fell is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Beacon Fell in the app
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