Broad Crag

Broad Crag is a fell in the English Lake District. It stands as the fifth-highest peak in England, rising to 934 metres. The mountain was presented to the National Trust in 1923 by the Fell and Rock Climbing Club. It forms part of the Scafell chain, a ridge of high fells in the heart of the Lake District. The peak lies about 400 metres northeast of Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England. Ill Crag lies to the south-east, while Great End marks the northern end of the chain, about 1.5 kilometres away. The fell is often climbed as part of a route to Scafell Pike, the most popular mountain in the Lake District. Walkers approach via paths from Esk Hause or from the route linking Crinkle Crags and Bowfell. The climb offers steady progress without technical difficulty, making it suitable for experienced hill walkers. The views along the ridge include distant fells and the valleys below. The area is recognised for its rugged beauty and the sense of remoteness it provides. A visitor to Broad Crag finds a broad, grassy summit with a small cairn marking the highest point. The ridge walk rewards with wide views over Wasdale and the surrounding fells. The slopes are gentle enough for steady walking, though care is needed near the edges. The surrounding landscape includes steep crags and open moorland. The air is often fresh, carrying the scent of heather and grass. The sense of space and quiet is a key attraction of the place.