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Maiden Moor

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Maiden Moor

Detached house in Grange The house is on the road heading out of Grange towards the bridge over the River Derwent. The wooded slopes beyond rise to King's How, one of the tops of Grange Fell.
Detached house in Grange Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Maiden Moor is a prominent hill located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwestern region of England. It is part of the Lake District National Park, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. Standing at a height of 2,321 feet (707 meters), Maiden Moor is classified as a fell, which is the regional term for a hill or mountain.

The hill is situated in close proximity to the renowned town of Keswick, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and tourists seeking breathtaking views. Maiden Moor forms part of a ridge known as the Newlands Horseshoe, which includes neighboring peaks such as Cat Bells and High Spy. This ridge offers a challenging yet rewarding walking route, attracting both experienced mountaineers and casual walkers.

The ascent to Maiden Moor treats visitors to awe-inspiring vistas across the surrounding valleys and lakes. On a clear day, one can enjoy panoramic views of Derwent Water, Bassenthwaite Lake, and the rugged peaks of the Lake District. The summit itself is marked by a cairn, providing a perfect spot for hikers to rest, take photographs, and soak in the surrounding natural beauty.

Maiden Moor is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The slopes are covered with heather, bracken, and grasses, while the crags and rocky outcrops provide a habitat for various bird species, including peregrine falcons and ravens.

Overall, Maiden Moor offers a captivating and rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts, combining challenging hiking trails with breathtaking views of the Lake District's iconic landscapes.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.553256/-3.1816105 or Grid Reference NY2318. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Detached house in Grange The house is on the road heading out of Grange towards the bridge over the River Derwent. The wooded slopes beyond rise to King's How, one of the tops of Grange Fell.
Detached house in Grange
The house is on the road heading out of Grange towards the bridge over the River Derwent. The wooded slopes beyond rise to King's How, one of the tops of Grange Fell.
Newlands Valley Looking down into the Newlands valley from Hindscarth Edge. The precipitous crags on the western flanks of High Spy and Maiden Moor can be seen on the far side of the valley.
Newlands Valley
Looking down into the Newlands valley from Hindscarth Edge. The precipitous crags on the western flanks of High Spy and Maiden Moor can be seen on the far side of the valley.
Pasture near High Snab Grass fields used for the grazing of sheep to the north of the farm at High Snab.
Pasture near High Snab
Grass fields used for the grazing of sheep to the north of the farm at High Snab.
Newlands Church The small church with attached former schoolroom in an isolated setting in the Newlands Valley.
Newlands Church
The small church with attached former schoolroom in an isolated setting in the Newlands Valley.
Yewthwaite Gill The course of Yewthwaite Gill, the sides of the channel showing sides of extensive erosion.
Yewthwaite Gill
The course of Yewthwaite Gill, the sides of the channel showing sides of extensive erosion.
The pastures of Yewthwaite Looking across the grassy pastures of Yewthwaite. After a day of heavy rain the sun is beginning to break through the clouds above the valley.
The pastures of Yewthwaite
Looking across the grassy pastures of Yewthwaite. After a day of heavy rain the sun is beginning to break through the clouds above the valley.
Path below High Crags Downhill to the Newlands valley.
Path below High Crags
Downhill to the Newlands valley.
The path from Scope end. Nearing the end of the walk.
The path from Scope end.
Nearing the end of the walk.
Machinery at Hollows Farm
Machinery at Hollows Farm
The road through Grange
The road through Grange
Sheepfold by Newlands Beck Squat Knotts and Hindscarth are in the background.
Sheepfold by Newlands Beck
Squat Knotts and Hindscarth are in the background.
Path to Catbells The zig-zag path up to Catbells as viewed from Derwentwater.
Path to Catbells
The zig-zag path up to Catbells as viewed from Derwentwater.
Near the Summit of Catbells Here we see Derwent Water.
Near the Summit of Catbells
Here we see Derwent Water.
View from near Summit of Catbells Almost no other walkers were up here today. The rich brown colour of the bracken was wonderful. It was quite cold up here but fortunately not raining.
View from near Summit of Catbells
Almost no other walkers were up here today. The rich brown colour of the bracken was wonderful. It was quite cold up here but fortunately not raining.
Mine spoil on slope of Cat Bells The spoil is from old mine workings in and around Yewthwaite Comb; it's beside a path heading towards Hause Gate. The mountains in the distance are from left to right, Wandope, Eel Crag, Sail and Causey Pike; Scar Crags is part of that group but is largely hidden.
Mine spoil on slope of Cat Bells
The spoil is from old mine workings in and around Yewthwaite Comb; it's beside a path heading towards Hause Gate. The mountains in the distance are from left to right, Wandope, Eel Crag, Sail and Causey Pike; Scar Crags is part of that group but is largely hidden.
South ridge of Cat Bells The broad ridge south from close to the summit of Cat Bells, looking towards Maiden Moor.
South ridge of Cat Bells
The broad ridge south from close to the summit of Cat Bells, looking towards Maiden Moor.
Slope of Cat Bells with bracken and rock outcrops The view is across the eastern side of Cat Bells. The lake is Derwent Water with Latrigg beyond it at the centre of the image. Blencathra is to the right with Skiddaw and its satellite tops to the left.
Slope of Cat Bells with bracken and rock outcrops
The view is across the eastern side of Cat Bells. The lake is Derwent Water with Latrigg beyond it at the centre of the image. Blencathra is to the right with Skiddaw and its satellite tops to the left.
Farm trailers in Newlands valley Vehicles presumably belonging to the farm at Low Snab The Newlands valley extends into the distance with the mountain, Dale Head appropriately at its head.
Farm trailers in Newlands valley
Vehicles presumably belonging to the farm at Low Snab The Newlands valley extends into the distance with the mountain, Dale Head appropriately at its head.
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Maiden Moor is located at Grid Ref: NY2318 (Lat: 54.553256, Lng: -3.1816105)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Maiden Moor
Ele: 575
Natural: peak
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Source: npe+survey
Wikidata: Q6735387
Wikipedia: en:Maiden Moor
Lat/Long: 54.5531536/-3.1815879
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Lat/Long: 54.5490919/-3.1811819
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