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catbells
Scientific Name: Baptisia perfoliata
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cat Bells: A Lakeland Fell
Cat Bells is a popular fell located in the English Lake District, Cumbria.
Key Facts:
- Common Name: Cat Bells
- Height: 451 metres (1,480 ft) or 1481 feet, 445m (1424 feet)
- Location: Lake District, Cumbria, England. Grid Reference NY 244199, Latitude 54.56865, longitude -3.17083
Distribution and Habitat
Cat Bells is situated in the Lake District National Park, specifically in Borrowdale, offering views of Derwentwater.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
It is characterized as a short, sharp, steep climb, with a distinctive shape.
Popularity and Activities
- Cat Bells is known for being one of the most popular fells in the Lake District, attracting many visitors, especially during peak seasons.
- Activities include walking, hiking, and enjoying scenic views of the surrounding mountains and lakes.
- There are various walking routes to the summit, including routes from Gutherscale and Skelgill.
Local Information and Resources
- Keswick Tourism Association (www.keswick.org, tism@keswick.org) may provide additional information.
- A. Wainwright's "A Pictorial Guide to the Lakeland Fells" features Cat Bells.