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Stickle Tarn

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

Stickle Tarn

Birks
Birks Credit: Mick Garratt

Stickle Tarn is a picturesque freshwater tarn located in the heart of Lancashire, England. Nestled amidst the scenic beauty of the Lake District National Park, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. Stickle Tarn is classified as a tarn, meaning it is a small mountain lake formed by glaciation.

Situated at an elevation of approximately 500 meters, Stickle Tarn is surrounded by rugged mountains and lush greenery, offering breathtaking views to visitors. The tarn itself covers an area of around 2.5 hectares, making it a relatively small body of water. It is fed by several small streams that flow from the surrounding fells, ensuring a continuous supply of fresh, crystal-clear water.

The tarn is known for its tranquil and serene atmosphere, providing a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its calm waters reflect the surrounding landscape, creating a picturesque scene that is often admired by photographers and artists.

Stickle Tarn is home to a variety of aquatic plants and freshwater marshes, providing a habitat for numerous species of wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot various waterfowl and wading birds, such as mallards, tufted ducks, and herons, among others. The tarn also attracts hikers and walkers, who can explore the surrounding fells and enjoy the stunning panoramic views from higher elevations.

Visitors to Stickle Tarn can indulge in a range of activities, including picnicking, fishing, and even wild swimming for the more adventurous. The tarn offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a connection with nature and a chance to unwind in the beauty of Lancashire's countryside.

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Stickle Tarn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.32509/-3.2104093 or Grid Reference SD2192. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Birks
Birks
Washfold, Hollow Moss Beck A pen for holding sheep waiting to be washed. The following is quoted from the Lake District National Park HER see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=2900443&resourceID=801" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=2900443&resourceID=801">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> "An unusual circular fold 8m diameter with an internal partition forming two chambers. An 11m long driving wall has been built along naturally rocky outcrops to assist driving sheep into the fold. The wash dub measures 3m by 4m and apart from being partially silted up all the features are intact and in excellent condition. There is a dry stone built launching platform just outside the gate and the beck is masonry lined on the bank nearest the fold to prevent undermining of the structure. The remains of a dry stone dam are substantially complete on both banks of the beck. The fold is in excellent condition, walls are intact to full height and cams in place, however approximately half of the driving wall is partially collapsed. The wash dub features are one of the best preserved in the Western valleys and are also in excellent condition."
Washfold, Hollow Moss Beck
A pen for holding sheep waiting to be washed. The following is quoted from the Lake District National Park HER see LinkExternal link "An unusual circular fold 8m diameter with an internal partition forming two chambers. An 11m long driving wall has been built along naturally rocky outcrops to assist driving sheep into the fold. The wash dub measures 3m by 4m and apart from being partially silted up all the features are intact and in excellent condition. There is a dry stone built launching platform just outside the gate and the beck is masonry lined on the bank nearest the fold to prevent undermining of the structure. The remains of a dry stone dam are substantially complete on both banks of the beck. The fold is in excellent condition, walls are intact to full height and cams in place, however approximately half of the driving wall is partially collapsed. The wash dub features are one of the best preserved in the Western valleys and are also in excellent condition."
Stickle Tarn
Stickle Tarn
Fellside above Birks
Fellside above Birks
A far away view of Birks
A far away view of Birks
Stepping stones across the River Duddon
Stepping stones across the River Duddon
A forest of stakes, no saplings, no tree guards, just stakes
A forest of stakes, no saplings, no tree guards, just stakes
Carter Ground
Carter Ground
Stainton Ground Slate Quarry For further info.: ‘Stainton Ground Slate Quarry’. Heritagegateway.org.uk <<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?resourceID=801&uid=2888871" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?resourceID=801&uid=2888871">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> > [accessed 18 October 2023]
Stainton Ground Slate Quarry
For further info.: ‘Stainton Ground Slate Quarry’. Heritagegateway.org.uk <LinkExternal link > [accessed 18 October 2023]
Orienteering, Dunnerdale Fells Looking back towards the start from a climb above Kiln Bank on Lakeland OC&amp;#039;s Stickle Pike map. I had already run and was walking up Stickle Pike. The runners will have completed a loop north of the road before climbing to the southern part of the competition area here.
Orienteering, Dunnerdale Fells
Looking back towards the start from a climb above Kiln Bank on Lakeland OC's Stickle Pike map. I had already run and was walking up Stickle Pike. The runners will have completed a loop north of the road before climbing to the southern part of the competition area here.
Stickle Pike Taken during an orienteering event. A small sharp summit of great character.
Stickle Pike
Taken during an orienteering event. A small sharp summit of great character.
Kiln Bank The Duddon Valley seen from Kiln Bank.
Kiln Bank
The Duddon Valley seen from Kiln Bank.
Minor road in Dunnerdale The road is heading north, passing close to the farm at Knott End
Minor road in Dunnerdale
The road is heading north, passing close to the farm at Knott End
Small tarn, Tarn Hill One of a collection of gems that gives the hill its name and makes this an ideal place to wander at will.
Small tarn, Tarn Hill
One of a collection of gems that gives the hill its name and makes this an ideal place to wander at will.
Tarn on Tarn Hill One of a collection of gems that gives the hill its name and makes this an ideal place to wander at will. This is one of the larger tarns and the view is towards the summit cairn of Tarn Hill.
Tarn on Tarn Hill
One of a collection of gems that gives the hill its name and makes this an ideal place to wander at will. This is one of the larger tarns and the view is towards the summit cairn of Tarn Hill.
Tarn by the summit of Tarn Hill This is actually the western of two tarns which lie either side of the summit. Stickle Pike rears its conical peak into view and the higher fells of central Lakeland can be seen to the north.
Tarn by the summit of Tarn Hill
This is actually the western of two tarns which lie either side of the summit. Stickle Pike rears its conical peak into view and the higher fells of central Lakeland can be seen to the north.
Summit cairn, Tarn Hill A small neat pile on the topmost outcrop at 313m asl. Beyond is the neat little cone of Stickle Pike.
Summit cairn, Tarn Hill
A small neat pile on the topmost outcrop at 313m asl. Beyond is the neat little cone of Stickle Pike.
Vandalism on the fells Ruts and scoring of the hillside by illegal trail bike riding. The Dunnerdale Fells are quiet (I saw no-one up here despite the glorious Sunday weather) and so the riders probably ride here thinking that no-one will observe them.
Vandalism on the fells
Ruts and scoring of the hillside by illegal trail bike riding. The Dunnerdale Fells are quiet (I saw no-one up here despite the glorious Sunday weather) and so the riders probably ride here thinking that no-one will observe them.
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Stickle Tarn is located at Grid Ref: SD2192 (Lat: 54.32509, Lng: -3.2104093)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Kiln Bank Cross
Ele: 259m
Natural: col
Lat/Long: 54.3291238/-3.208875
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Stickle Pike
Ele: 375
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q7616267
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Lat/Long: 54.3244963/-3.2131834
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Archaeological Site: ring_cairn
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 54.3216222/-3.214122
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Archaeological Site: tumulus
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 54.3218506/-3.2149052
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Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 54.322628/-3.2115459
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Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 54.3246644/-3.2101194
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Hollowscar Hill End
Ele: 312
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.3232218/-3.2102399
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Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 54.3238703/-3.2070964
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Direction: 290
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 54.3236931/-3.209112
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3238521/-3.20589
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3229831/-3.2051652
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3222804/-3.2045467
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