Brownthwaite Moss

Downs, Moorland in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Brownthwaite Moss

Snow on the Fells An early morning view towards Brownthwaite and Casterton Fell from Whoop Hall. Overnight snow has changed the scene. — Snow on the Fells Credit: David Dixon

Brownthwaite Moss is a captivating moorland located in Westmorland, England. Spanning across a vast area, it is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and unique ecosystem. The moss is situated on the western side of the Westmorland Downs, surrounded by rolling hills and verdant countryside.

The moorland features a diverse range of vegetation, such as heather, cotton grass, and sphagnum moss, which lend it a distinct and vibrant appearance throughout the year. This rich plant life supports a variety of wildlife, including numerous bird species like curlews, lapwings, and red grouse. The area is also home to a range of mammals, including hares, rabbits, and occasionally, deer.

Brownthwaite Moss is renowned for its tranquility and natural beauty, attracting nature enthusiasts, hikers, and birdwatchers alike. Its vast expanse of open land provides ample opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities, with walking trails and footpaths crisscrossing the moorland.

Visitors to Brownthwaite Moss can take in stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with its patchwork of fields, hedgerows, and dry stone walls. The moorland’s remote location and minimal human interference make it an ideal spot for those seeking solace in nature.

In conclusion, Brownthwaite Moss in Westmorland is a captivating and serene moorland, characterized by its diverse plant life, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. It offers a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers, providing an opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty and tranquility of the English countryside.

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Brownthwaite Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.220679/-2.5393955 or Grid Reference SD6480. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snow on the Fells

An early morning view towards Brownthwaite and Casterton Fell from Whoop Hall. Overnight snow has changed the scene.

David Dixon

Barbon High and Low fells from Scout Hill

Looking across Kirkby Lonsdale valley

shikari

The lane from Bullpot

The lane from Bullpot continues beyond the gate as an unfenced public bridleway to Blindbeck Bridge. In the background beyond Barbondale are Castle Knott and Calf Top.

Adrian Taylor

Path to the summit, Brownthwaite

The path from Gale Garth leading to the white painted trigonometrical column (trig point) on Brownthwaite.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, Brownthwaite

Detail of the flush bracket benchmark on the concrete Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar on Brownthwaite. The flush bracket, benchmark number S5344, is on the southeast face of the pillar and marks a height of 436.9613m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn), last verified in 1953 (location photograph SD6580 : Triangulation Pillar, Brownthwaite).

Adrian Taylor

Triangulation Pillar, Brownthwaite

The concrete Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar on the summit of Casterton Fell northeast of Brownthwaite Moss. The pillar was constructed in 1949. The flush bracket benchmark number S5344 on the southeast face of the pillar marks a height of 436.9613m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1953 (detail photograph SD6580 : Benchmark, Brownthwaite).

Adrian Taylor

Jack's Fold

A Goldsworthy creation. Named after Jack who built it.

David Brown

Brownthwaite Moss

The highest point on Brownthwaite (and Barbon Low Fell) is about 600m NE of Brownthwaite Pike. The trig point is just visible. Brownthwaite Moss is between.

Ian Taylor

Trig Point, Brownthwaite

The highest point on Brownthwaite (437m). Middleton Fell is in the background, with the highest point at Calf Top (609m).

Ian Taylor

Gateway, Brownthwaite

On the SE side of Brownthwaite, looking towards Casterton Fell (in sunlight).

Ian Taylor

Minor road in Barbondale

Steven Brown

Limekilns beside Aygill

The limekilns together form a grade II listed building and are reckoned to date from the eighteenth century. They're on the south side of Aygill below the confluence of Great and Little Aygill and are viewed across the stream.

Trevor Littlewood

Ease Gill at Ease Gill Kirk

Dried-up river bed.

steven ruffles

Foot of the waterfall, Aygill

Cool, shady and damp - a place where plants thrive at the foot of a waterfall in Aygill.

Karl and Ali

Illegal trail bike riders on Barbon Low Fell

A pair of off-road bikers destroying the peace (and the fellside). They probably drove up from the bridleway to the east (which they have no legal right to ride on either). The sheep grazing nearby weren't impressed either.

Karl and Ali

Fell Garth

Ian Taylor

The entrance to Aygill Hole

Although dwarfed by the ramifications of the nearby Lancaster - Easegill system, Aygill is a fascinating cave developed at several levels within the Dent Fault zone. It has been connected to Bull Pot of the Witches, just south of Bullpot Farm, by cave divers.

Karl and Ali