Blea Rigg

Blea Rigg is a fell in the English Lake District, situated in the Central Fells. It forms part of the popular Fairfield Horseshoe, though is often overlooked due to its relatively low height compared to its more imposing neighbours.

Location and Topography:

Blea Rigg lies to the west of Grasmere village and to the east of Easedale Tarn. It is bordered to the north by Silver How and to the south by Sergeant Man. The summit is grassy and relatively flat, offering views of the surrounding fells including Helm Crag, Loughrigg Fell, and the Langdale Pikes.

Ascent Routes:

Several paths lead to the summit of Blea Rigg. Popular ascent routes include:

• From Grasmere, via Easedale Tarn.
• As part of the Fairfield Horseshoe, approached from either Ambleside or Grasmere, typically via Nab Scar and Heron Pike.
• From the summit of Silver How, crossing the intervening ground.
• From the summit of Sergeant Man, following the ridge northwards.

Features:

While not particularly prominent, Blea Rigg features several small tarns and pools on its slopes. The terrain is a mixture of grass and exposed rock.

Geology:

The geology of Blea Rigg is primarily Borrowdale Volcanic Group rock, typical of the Central Fells.

Notable Views:

From the summit, walkers can enjoy views of Easedale Tarn, Grasmere, the Langdale Pikes, and the surrounding fells. The Fairfield Horseshoe ridge is also clearly visible.