High Wythow

Hill, Mountain in Lancashire South Lakeland

England

High Wythow

Roughly grassed field at Dixon Ground Dixon Ground is an area of land lying west of Coniston. The view here is from the publicly accessible part of the Walna Scar Road which has risen from the village.
The steep, broken slope beyond lies across Church Beck and rises ultimately to Wetherlam. — Roughly grassed field at Dixon Ground Credit: Trevor Littlewood

High Wythow is a prominent hill located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is part of the beautiful countryside landscape and is known for its scenic views and natural beauty. Rising to an altitude of approximately 450 meters (1476 feet), it stands as one of the highest points in the region, making it a popular spot for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers.

Situated in the southwestern part of Lancashire, High Wythow is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green valleys, and picturesque villages. The hill itself is characterized by its steep slopes, rugged terrain, and rocky outcrops, offering a challenging yet rewarding experience for those who choose to climb it.

The summit of High Wythow provides breathtaking panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the sprawling Lancashire plains, distant mountain ranges, and nearby reservoirs. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the Irish Sea to the west. This makes the hill a popular destination for photographers and nature lovers seeking to capture the beauty of the landscape.

High Wythow is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various species of plants, birds, and small mammals inhabiting its slopes. The hill is protected as a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ensuring the preservation of its unique ecosystem and wildlife.

Overall, High Wythow in Lancashire offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of the region, providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a challenging hike or simply enjoying the breathtaking views, this hill is a must-visit for anyone seeking to connect with nature in Lancashire.

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High Wythow Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.381936/-3.0787553 or Grid Reference SD3099. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Roughly grassed field at Dixon Ground

Dixon Ground is an area of land lying west of Coniston. The view here is from the publicly accessible part of the Walna Scar Road which has risen from the village. The steep, broken slope beyond lies across Church Beck and rises ultimately to Wetherlam.

Trevor Littlewood

Irish Cottages, Coppermines Valley

Irish Cottages in the valley of Church Beck is a terrace of houses above Coniston; two of them together form a climbing hut of the Yorkshire Mountaineering Club. The gravel flats through the centre of the image are where the Church Beck flows and winds.

Trevor Littlewood

Road heading for Coppermines Valley

The valley is actually that of Church Beck but is popularly known as the Coppermines Valley because of the extensive disused mine workings there. The road is private but is used to access accommodation in the valley including houses, a youth hostel and two climbing club huts. The road is also a public footpath. Coniston Old Man is the mountain seen against the sky.

Trevor Littlewood

Slope with minor rock outcrops

The near slope is close to the feature named on OS maps as Flat Bield and is separated from the camera location by a steep stream groove. The valley beyond it is Red Dell. The sunlit rockface at the centre of the image and beyond Red Dell is Kennel Crag, sometimes known as Kernel Crag.

Trevor Littlewood

Settling tanks at Bonsor upper mill

The series of shallow depressions near to the Coppermines Youth Hostel is named as 'tanks' in the 1969 volume, 'Industrial Archaeology of the Lake Counties' - Marshall & Davies-Shiel. It's supposed that they were settling tanks in which small particles of rock etc. would be allowed to fall to the bottom before the then clearer water would be allowed to flow down to Coniston in the valley below.

Trevor Littlewood

Coppermines Cottage

In the past, when copper was being mined, the cottage was occupied by a mine official, presumably the site manager. In 1958 it was acquired by the Barrow Mountaineering and Ski Club which still uses it as a club hut.

Trevor Littlewood

Path towards The Old Man Of Coniston

Steven Brown

Minor road near Coniston

Steven Brown

Irish Cottages, Coppermine Valley

In 2022, the foreground buildings, Irish Cottages, were the property of the Yorkshire Mountaineering Club. I am unsure of their status in January 1973 when this image was taken. Mine workings can be seen in the background.

Julian Paren

The head of Coppermine Valley, Coniston

In January 1973 the white building was the Youth Hostel. A track continues beyond here into the Coniston Fells.

Julian Paren

The Air Ambulance on Wetherlam

The Coniston Mountain Rescue Team (MRT) were training at base when the call came for a fell-runner who had slipped on descent, injured his ankle, and could no longer stand. The team attended and carried him down below the cloud. Fortunately a helicopter was available to transport the casualty to Furness General Hospital.

Michael Earnshaw

The Wheel of Misfortune

The Thriddle Incline from the New Engine House Shaft waterwheel pit - The Wheel of Misfortune

Shaun Ferguson

Shallow pool on ridge rising to Wetherlam

A broad, lengthy ridge which in its higher reach is fairly featureless rises generally northwards to the Wetherlam summit. There are minor knolls and a tarn or two; this is the more attractive of them. Helvellyn and Fairfield and their satellite mountains are in the distance.

Trevor Littlewood