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High Pen

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Copeland

England

High Pen

Murton Fell from Kelton Fell
Murton Fell from Kelton Fell Credit: David Purchase

High Pen is a prominent hill located in Cumberland, a county in the northwestern part of England. Standing at an elevation of approximately 618 meters (2,028 feet), it is one of the highest points in the region, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is situated within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes.

The summit of High Pen is marked by a trig point, which serves as a navigational aid and offers a perfect vantage point to admire the panoramic vistas. On clear days, visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the nearby Lake District National Park, the Solway Firth, and even the Scottish mountains in the distance.

High Pen is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The hill is crisscrossed by various footpaths and trails, making it an excellent location for hiking, walking, and mountain biking. It also attracts birdwatchers, as the area is home to a wide range of bird species, including kestrels, curlews, and red grouse.

In addition to its natural beauty, High Pen holds historical significance. The hill has been used as a site for mining activities in the past, with traces of lead and zinc mining visible in the surrounding landscape. These remnants offer a glimpse into the area's industrial history and provide an interesting contrast to the idyllic scenery.

Overall, High Pen in Cumberland is a captivating destination that combines natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical charm, making it a must-visit for those exploring the region.

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High Pen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.557409/-3.3778109 or Grid Reference NY1018. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Murton Fell from Kelton Fell
Murton Fell from Kelton Fell
Cogra Moss from Blake Fell
Cogra Moss from Blake Fell
Murton Fell [Knock Murton] Via Harris Side from minor road on grey day. Name: Murton Fell [Knock Murton] Hill number: 2492 Height: 447m / 1467ft Area: 34B: Lake District - Central & Western Fells Class: Hu,sMa,B Grid ref: NY 09485 19079 Summit feature: no feature: 2m from small narrow cairn Drop: 141m Col: 306m NY098188
Murton Fell [Knock Murton]
Via Harris Side from minor road on grey day. Name: Murton Fell [Knock Murton] Hill number: 2492 Height: 447m / 1467ft Area: 34B: Lake District - Central & Western Fells Class: Hu,sMa,B Grid ref: NY 09485 19079 Summit feature: no feature: 2m from small narrow cairn Drop: 141m Col: 306m NY098188
Cogra Moss A former reservoir, now popular with fishermen.
Cogra Moss
A former reservoir, now popular with fishermen.
Cogra Moss Blake Fell in the distance
Cogra Moss
Blake Fell in the distance
Knockmurton No.1 Pit Old & deep mine shaft in the woods at Knockmurton. No.1 Pit would have had headgear and dressing floors as well as a mine office and a direct link to the mineral railway that took the ore down to the processing plants at Workington. The ore deposits were mostly in flats, and varied in thickness from a few feet to 40 fathoms although it often contained irregular but near vertical joints within the Haematite.
Knockmurton No.1 Pit
Old & deep mine shaft in the woods at Knockmurton. No.1 Pit would have had headgear and dressing floors as well as a mine office and a direct link to the mineral railway that took the ore down to the processing plants at Workington. The ore deposits were mostly in flats, and varied in thickness from a few feet to 40 fathoms although it often contained irregular but near vertical joints within the Haematite.
The dam of Cogra Moss Reservoir, Lamplugh The reservoir was constructed for water supply in 1880.
The dam of Cogra Moss Reservoir, Lamplugh
The reservoir was constructed for water supply in 1880.
Island in Cogra Moss Reservoir The little hill is High Hows, 313m.
Island in Cogra Moss Reservoir
The little hill is High Hows, 313m.
Looking across Cogra Moss to Sharp Knott, Lamplugh
Looking across Cogra Moss to Sharp Knott, Lamplugh
Fishing in Cogra Moss Cogra Moss is a small reservoir at the west side of the Lake District. It was created by the damming of Rakegill Beck in around 1880; apparently it no longer acts as a water supply but is used by Cockermouth Fishing Association for leisure fishing. Blake Fell is the larger hill across the water; Sharp Knott lies to the left of it.
Fishing in Cogra Moss
Cogra Moss is a small reservoir at the west side of the Lake District. It was created by the damming of Rakegill Beck in around 1880; apparently it no longer acts as a water supply but is used by Cockermouth Fishing Association for leisure fishing. Blake Fell is the larger hill across the water; Sharp Knott lies to the left of it.
Trees on slope of Knock Murton Knock Murton is a steeply domed hill on the western edge of the Lake District encircled by trees on its lower slopes to the north, east and south.
Trees on slope of Knock Murton
Knock Murton is a steeply domed hill on the western edge of the Lake District encircled by trees on its lower slopes to the north, east and south.
Curious rows of rocks on hill slope The groove in which the two rows of rocks are found is not the main line of drainage in the valley of Croasdale Beck but a lesser one on the north side. The rows have the appearance of small dams but that seems unlikely as there are gaps among the rocks which would allow water through.
Curious rows of rocks on hill slope
The groove in which the two rows of rocks are found is not the main line of drainage in the valley of Croasdale Beck but a lesser one on the north side. The rows have the appearance of small dams but that seems unlikely as there are gaps among the rocks which would allow water through.
The summit of High Hows There is now a more conspicuous marker at the summit than was shown in earlier photographs!
The summit of High Hows
There is now a more conspicuous marker at the summit than was shown in earlier photographs!
A solitary stone marks the top of High Hows Knock Murton in the background.
A solitary stone marks the top of High Hows
Knock Murton in the background.
Forest Track In the plantation above Cogra Moss. High Hows beyond the trees.
Forest Track
In the plantation above Cogra Moss. High Hows beyond the trees.
High Hows The top of this fell is a field just west of the plantation at Cogra Moss
High Hows
The top of this fell is a field just west of the plantation at Cogra Moss
Forest Edge Cogra Moss Plantation. Looking back towards Owsen Fell from near the top of High Hows
Forest Edge
Cogra Moss Plantation. Looking back towards Owsen Fell from near the top of High Hows
On High Hows West Cumberland Plain in shot
On High Hows
West Cumberland Plain in shot
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High Pen is located at Grid Ref: NY1018 (Lat: 54.557409, Lng: -3.3778109)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Copeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Ele: 475
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