Martindale is a quiet valley back of Ullswater. Beda Fell is the broad, low ridge to its west. Climb it and then enjoy the undulating ridge before returning via the valley floor.
The ‘other side’ of Ullswater and, in particular walking the valley and hills of Martindale, reveal the very best of the Lake District. The rolling ridge of Beda Fell stands isolated and graceful between Boredale and Martindale. Enjoy the views looking back over Hallin Fell and the interesting and unusual perspective of the bend of Ullswater. Finally enjoy the peace.
There is no through road so everyone visiting Martindale has come to appreciate the scenery (or possibly make a delivery to one of the isolated farms!). This engenders a pleasant feeling of remoteness, unusual, but always very welcome in the Lake District. The ridge of Beda Fell is best joined right at the northern end with 1,100 foot of climbing to the small unobtrusive summit. To the south the ridge stretches on to Angletarn Crags with a major track doubling back towards Dale Head farm and the lovely valley of Martindale. Photographic opportunities abound in the valley. My personal favourite is near the 17th century church and the area near Coombe Heights.
I have a separate walk for the full round of Martindale . It is a consistently interesting circuit with a dramatic final descent off the Nab. However if you have less time enjoy this more relaxed exploration of Beda Fell and the valley floor of Martindale.
Do not be surprised how far the path carries on along Beda Fell. You will need to cut off down hill at some stage and return to the valley. A right of way cuts back towards Dale Head farm near a prominent cairn half a mile beyond Beda Fell Knott.
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