Barrow (Lake District)
Barrow is small fell in the English Lake District in the county of Cumbria which reaches a height of 455 metres (1,494 feet). It is in the Newlands Valley 2.5 miles (4 km) south-west of Keswick. Although comparatively small in height, Barrow commands an all-round view, with the vales of Keswick and Newlands being visible. The name of the fell originates from the Anglo Saxon language meaning a hill or long ridge.
| Barrow | |
|---|---|
Barrow seen from the Newlands Valley; note the light-coloured fans of mining spoil | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 455 m (1,493 ft) |
| Prominence | c. 60 m (197 ft) |
| Parent peak | Outerside |
| Listing | Wainwright |
| Coordinates | 54°35′09″N 3°11′49″W |
| Geography | |
Barrow Location in Lake District, UK | |
| Location | Cumbria, England |
| Parent range | Lake District, North Western Fells |
| OS grid | NY226218 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 89, 90 OS Explorer 4 |
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