Stanahgill Head

Landscape Feature in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Stanahgill Head

Cairn on Great Dodd
Cairn on Great Dodd Credit: Steven Brown

Stanahgill Head is a prominent landscape feature located in the county of Cumberland, England. Situated near the village of Caldbeck, this hill offers stunning views of the surrounding Cumbrian countryside. At an elevation of approximately 1,640 feet, it is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts seeking a challenging but rewarding climb.

The landscape surrounding Stanahgill Head is characterized by rolling hills, lush green pastures, and scattered woodlands. The hill itself is covered in heather and grasses, providing a habitat for a variety of wildlife including birds, small mammals, and insects. On clear days, visitors to Stanahgill Head can enjoy panoramic views of Skiddaw, Blencathra, and the Solway Firth.

The terrain leading up to Stanahgill Head can be steep and rocky in places, making it a moderate to difficult hike for some. However, the effort is well worth it for those who reach the summit, where they can take in the breathtaking vistas and enjoy a sense of accomplishment. Overall, Stanahgill Head is a picturesque and tranquil spot in the heart of the Lake District, offering visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of this historic region.

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Stanahgill Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.561736/-3.0264628 or Grid Reference NY3318. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cairn on Great Dodd
Cairn on Great Dodd
A591 near Stybeck Farm
A591 near Stybeck Farm
Fisher Gill
Fisher Gill
Cairn on Stybarrow Dodd
Cairn on Stybarrow Dodd
Path near Stybarrow Dodd
Path near Stybarrow Dodd
Path near Hart Side
Path near Hart Side
Hart Side
Hart Side
Green House at Green.
Green
House at Green.
Fisherplace Gill
Fisherplace Gill
Headwaters, Mosedale Beck On the north side of Great Dodd with a view past Calfhow Pike towards Skiddaw.
Headwaters, Mosedale Beck
On the north side of Great Dodd with a view past Calfhow Pike towards Skiddaw.
On path leading from Watson's Dodd towards Great Dodd
On path leading from Watson's Dodd towards Great Dodd
On Great Dodd - view towards Skiddaw & Blencathra
On Great Dodd - view towards Skiddaw & Blencathra
On Great Dodd The large summit dome. The highest point appears to be in the foreground of the shot not the cairn in the distance
On Great Dodd
The large summit dome. The highest point appears to be in the foreground of the shot not the cairn in the distance
Great Dodd
Great Dodd
On Great Dodd Looking over Clough Head
On Great Dodd
Looking over Clough Head
Great Dodd Up from Randerside on Matterdale Common, damp underfoot, warm with rain flurries.
Name: Great Dodd
Hill number: 2525
Height: 857m / 2812ft
Area: 34C: Lake District - Eastern Fells
Class: Hu,Hew,N,W, B
Grid ref: NY 34195 20558
Summit feature: cairn
Drop: 109m
Col: 748m  NY342181
Great Dodd
Up from Randerside on Matterdale Common, damp underfoot, warm with rain flurries. Name: Great Dodd Hill number: 2525 Height: 857m / 2812ft Area: 34C: Lake District - Eastern Fells Class: Hu,Hew,N,W, B Grid ref: NY 34195 20558 Summit feature: cairn Drop: 109m Col: 748m NY342181
On Great Dodd Ascending from Randerside
On Great Dodd
Ascending from Randerside
Path to Great Dodd summit Looking along into the cloud along the path to Great Dodd. A small layer of snow is covering the wide and eroded path to the summit.
Path to Great Dodd summit
Looking along into the cloud along the path to Great Dodd. A small layer of snow is covering the wide and eroded path to the summit.
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Stanahgill Head is located at Grid Ref: NY3318 (Lat: 54.561736, Lng: -3.0264628)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.561736,-3.0264628
Ele: 850
Natural: peak
Source: gps
Lat/Long: 54.5590919/-3.0202658
Stanah Gill Head
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.5621051/-3.0238967
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