Thwaite Common

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Thwaite Common

The Pennine Way near Dam Hill
The Pennine Way near Dam Hill Credit: Dave Kelly

Thwaite Common is a picturesque area located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated amidst the stunning Yorkshire Downs and Moorland, this common is a haven for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility in the midst of natural beauty.

Covering a vast expanse of land, Thwaite Common offers visitors a diverse range of flora and fauna. The rolling hills and open meadows are adorned with vibrant wildflowers during the warmer months, creating a colorful tapestry across the landscape. The area is also home to a variety of bird species, including skylarks and red grouse, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

The common is crisscrossed by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These well-maintained paths lead to breathtaking viewpoints, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, one can catch glimpses of the distant moorland and the majestic peaks of the Yorkshire Dales.

Thwaite Common is not only a haven for wildlife but also serves as an important grazing ground for livestock. Sheep can often be seen grazing on the lush green grass, adding to the bucolic charm of the area. The common is also home to a small village, where visitors can find charming cottages and a welcoming community.

Overall, Thwaite Common is a hidden gem in Yorkshire, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and rural charm. Whether one is looking to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature or simply take in the breathtaking views, this common is a must-visit destination for those exploring the Yorkshire region.

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Thwaite Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.370298/-2.2204737 or Grid Reference SD8597. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Pennine Way near Dam Hill
The Pennine Way near Dam Hill
The Pennine Way on Great Shunner Fell
The Pennine Way on Great Shunner Fell
Fence across the fellside In theory, following this fence would lead towards Little and Great Shunner Fells with around 200m of ascent, considerably less than if using the Pennine Way path from either north or south. However, there is some very rough ground to cover and one might regret not using the PW.
Fence across the fellside
In theory, following this fence would lead towards Little and Great Shunner Fells with around 200m of ascent, considerably less than if using the Pennine Way path from either north or south. However, there is some very rough ground to cover and one might regret not using the PW.
Old wall on Stony Hill Walking towards Lovely Seat.
Old wall on Stony Hill
Walking towards Lovely Seat.
Small waterfall in Fossdale Gill Lonely spot in the hills.
Small waterfall in Fossdale Gill
Lonely spot in the hills.
Pennine Way The Pennine Way high above Thwaite.
Pennine Way
The Pennine Way high above Thwaite.
Approaching Great Shunner Fell The climb ahead is the start of Great Shunner Fell
Approaching Great Shunner Fell
The climb ahead is the start of Great Shunner Fell
On Great Shunner Fell On the lower plateau of Great Shunner Fell.
On Great Shunner Fell
On the lower plateau of Great Shunner Fell.
Great Shunner Fell summit The summit of Great Shunner Fell at 716m ASL.
Great Shunner Fell summit
The summit of Great Shunner Fell at 716m ASL.
Great Shunner Fell Looking NW towards the summit.
Great Shunner Fell
Looking NW towards the summit.
Little Shunner Fell Looking NE.
Little Shunner Fell
Looking NE.
On Little Shunner Fell Looking SE.
On Little Shunner Fell
Looking SE.
Looking towards Wensleydale Looking south.
Looking towards Wensleydale
Looking south.
Buttertubs Pass A steep section at the top of Buttertubs Pass, the 5th highest road in the Dales at 526m ASL.
Buttertubs Pass
A steep section at the top of Buttertubs Pass, the 5th highest road in the Dales at 526m ASL.
Pickersett Edge Beacon Showing the Fossdale Moss motorway- an unnecessary desecration of the fell.
Pickersett Edge Beacon
Showing the Fossdale Moss motorway- an unnecessary desecration of the fell.
Heading up Great Shunner Fell
Heading up Great Shunner Fell
Benchmark on wall near Butter Tubs Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38259" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm38259">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>
Benchmark on wall near Butter Tubs
Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at LinkExternal link
Wet day at Butter Tubs The wall at the right hand edge of photo has an OS benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2489516">SD8796 : Benchmark on wall near Butter Tubs</a>
Wet day at Butter Tubs
The wall at the right hand edge of photo has an OS benchmark SD8796 : Benchmark on wall near Butter Tubs
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Thwaite Common is located at Grid Ref: SD8597 (Lat: 54.370298, Lng: -2.2204737)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.370298,-2.2204737
Little Shunner Fell
Ele: 653
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.3691837/-2.2152901
Ele: 653
Man Made: survey_point
Lat/Long: 54.3688093/-2.2187283
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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