About The Western Fells

The Western Fells are a group of hills in the English Lake District. Centred on Great Gable they occupy a triangular area between Buttermere and Wasdale and are characterised by high ridges and an abundance of naked rock.

Ennerdale almost bisects the Western Fells, but access for cars barely penetrates the valley and its head is Black Sail Hut, England's most remote Youth Hostel.

Great Gable and its neighbours can be reached from Wasdale Head, Seathwaite, Honister Pass or Gatesgarth (Buttermere).