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Bassenthwaite Common

Downs, Moorland in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Bassenthwaite Common

North from Bakestall A cairn and rocks are just below the summit. Looking across the valley of Dash Beck, with Binsey (centre left), Latrigg and Over Water (right) in the mid distance. Criffell is visible in the far distance on the left, across the Solway Firth.
North from Bakestall Credit: Ian Taylor

Bassenthwaite Common is a picturesque expanse of land located in the county of Cumberland, England. Spread across the vast area, the common encompasses diverse landscapes, including downs, moorland, and marshes. It is situated near the stunning Bassenthwaite Lake, which adds to the natural beauty of the surroundings.

The common is known for its rich biodiversity and serves as an important habitat for numerous plant and animal species. The rolling downs are covered with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers during the summer months, offering a delightful sight for visitors. The moorland, with its heather-clad hills, provides a striking contrast to the lush greenery of the downs.

The common is also home to a variety of wildlife. Visitors may spot red squirrels, badgers, and rabbits, along with a range of bird species such as skylarks and buzzards. The marshes and wetlands attract water-loving creatures like ducks, geese, and herons.

The area is popular among nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers, who can explore the numerous walking trails and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. The common is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its ecological importance.

Access to the common is facilitated by well-maintained footpaths and a network of roads. There are picnic areas and benches scattered across the common, allowing visitors to relax and soak in the tranquil atmosphere. Bassenthwaite Common offers a serene escape into nature, where one can appreciate the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of the Cumberland region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.656766/-3.1580593 or Grid Reference NY2529. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

North from Bakestall A cairn and rocks are just below the summit. Looking across the valley of Dash Beck, with Binsey (centre left), Latrigg and Over Water (right) in the mid distance. Criffell is visible in the far distance on the left, across the Solway Firth.
North from Bakestall
A cairn and rocks are just below the summit. Looking across the valley of Dash Beck, with Binsey (centre left), Latrigg and Over Water (right) in the mid distance. Criffell is visible in the far distance on the left, across the Solway Firth.
A long descent from Skiddaw
A long descent from Skiddaw
Southerndale
Southerndale
Wall in the shadow of the hills looking north
Wall in the shadow of the hills looking north
The summit cairn on Bakestall A rather insignificant cairn - and actually the slightly lower cairn to the north gives somewhat better views.
The summit cairn on Bakestall
A rather insignificant cairn - and actually the slightly lower cairn to the north gives somewhat better views.
Start of track leading up to Ullock Pike & Longside Edge
Start of track leading up to Ullock Pike & Longside Edge
Rocks and flowering heather at Watches Watches is the curious name for a collection of rocks at a levelling of the north ridge of Ullock Pike at around 330 m. In mid-August the flowering heather is close to its best.
Rocks and flowering heather at Watches
Watches is the curious name for a collection of rocks at a levelling of the north ridge of Ullock Pike at around 330 m. In mid-August the flowering heather is close to its best.
Bakestall Bakestall as seen from the northern slope of Skiddaw - it's the sun-dappled dome immediately beyond the near edge of fellside. The 'Back o' Skiddaw' mountains lie further away centred on the bulk of Knott. Bakestall is of course just a minor rise and is part of Skiddaw itself.
Bakestall
Bakestall as seen from the northern slope of Skiddaw - it's the sun-dappled dome immediately beyond the near edge of fellside. The 'Back o' Skiddaw' mountains lie further away centred on the bulk of Knott. Bakestall is of course just a minor rise and is part of Skiddaw itself.
Slope of Broad End Broad End is the large bulge of ground that is the northern part of Skiddaw; the view is northwards towards several Cockups! The minor rise on the same slope as the foreground is simply named Cockup. In the middle distance is a hill ridge; Great Cockup is the higher part of it to the right (east); Little Cockup is the lower western part.
Slope of Broad End
Broad End is the large bulge of ground that is the northern part of Skiddaw; the view is northwards towards several Cockups! The minor rise on the same slope as the foreground is simply named Cockup. In the middle distance is a hill ridge; Great Cockup is the higher part of it to the right (east); Little Cockup is the lower western part.
Slope west of Dead Beck Dead Beck drains part of the north side of Skiddaw; it lies just over the crest of the foreground. The central hill is Great Cockup.
Slope west of Dead Beck
Dead Beck drains part of the north side of Skiddaw; it lies just over the crest of the foreground. The central hill is Great Cockup.
Cairn on Cockup Cockup is a minor feature, an interruption of the declining northern end of Skiddaw. It has a trivial amount of rise but it's recognised sufficiently for a cairn to have been built there . Bakestall is the cloud-shadowed feature in the distance - another minor interruption of the northern slope of Skiddaw.
Cairn on Cockup
Cockup is a minor feature, an interruption of the declining northern end of Skiddaw. It has a trivial amount of rise but it's recognised sufficiently for a cairn to have been built there . Bakestall is the cloud-shadowed feature in the distance - another minor interruption of the northern slope of Skiddaw.
Footpath at Ling How The footpath descends from Ling How to the Ravenstone Hotel beside the A591.
Footpath at Ling How
The footpath descends from Ling How to the Ravenstone Hotel beside the A591.
Footpath towards the Ravenstone Hotel Looking along the public footpath from Ling How as it descends towards the Ravenstone Hotel.
Footpath towards the Ravenstone Hotel
Looking along the public footpath from Ling How as it descends towards the Ravenstone Hotel.
On top of Cockup
On top of Cockup
Trees by Barkbeth Gill Behind is the northern part of the Skiddaw group, with Bakestall on the end.
Trees by Barkbeth Gill
Behind is the northern part of the Skiddaw group, with Bakestall on the end.
Path to Ullock Pike The long ridge up to Ullock Pike begins to the right.
Path to Ullock Pike
The long ridge up to Ullock Pike begins to the right.
A farm track goes off to the left below Little Knott The footpath to Ullock Pike leaves the track here and goes straight on up the ridge. The sheep have a wide expanse to roam on but are generally restrained by their hefting instincts.
A farm track goes off to the left below Little Knott
The footpath to Ullock Pike leaves the track here and goes straight on up the ridge. The sheep have a wide expanse to roam on but are generally restrained by their hefting instincts.
The beginning of the ridge to Ullock Pike Ullock Pike is just visible in the centre through the cloud.
The beginning of the ridge to Ullock Pike
Ullock Pike is just visible in the centre through the cloud.
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Bassenthwaite Common is located at Grid Ref: NY2529 (Lat: 54.656766, Lng: -3.1580593)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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