Capple Howe

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Capple Howe

Dubhs Road below Applethwaite Common Dubhs Road below Applethwaite Common.
Dubhs Road below Applethwaite Common Credit: Colin Kinnear

Capple Howe, located in Westmorland, is a prominent hill/mountain that offers breathtaking views and a serene natural environment. Situated in the stunning Lake District National Park in Northwest England, Capple Howe is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers.

Standing at an elevation of approximately 550 meters (1804 feet), Capple Howe boasts a distinctive peak with a rocky terrain and heather-covered slopes. The hill/mountain is known for its challenging but rewarding hiking trails that cater to all levels of fitness and expertise. The ascent to the summit is often characterized by steep and rugged paths, providing an exhilarating experience for adventurers.

From the top of Capple Howe, visitors are rewarded with panoramic vistas that encompass the surrounding Lake District landscape. On clear days, it is possible to see the expansive valleys, shimmering lakes, and other notable peaks like Helvellyn and Skiddaw. The breathtaking beauty of this natural setting has made it a favorite spot for landscape photographers, who capture the changing colors and moods of the hill/mountain throughout the seasons.

Capple Howe is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The hill/mountain is blanketed with a variety of wildflowers, including heather, bluebells, and primroses, creating a vibrant and picturesque scene. Visitors may also spot several species of birds, such as buzzards, peregrine falcons, and ravens, as well as occasional glimpses of deer and other wildlife.

Overall, Capple Howe provides a unique opportunity to experience the beauty of the Lake District with its challenging yet rewarding hikes, stunning views, and abundant natural wonders. Whether seeking an adrenaline-fueled adventure or a peaceful escape into nature, Capple Howe is a must-visit destination for all outdoor enthusiasts.

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Dubhs Road below Applethwaite Common Dubhs Road below Applethwaite Common.
Dubhs Road below Applethwaite Common
Dubhs Road below Applethwaite Common.
Troutbeck church
Troutbeck church
Jesus Church, Troutbeck Grade II* Listed Building. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1271827" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1271827">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>
Jesus Church, Troutbeck
Grade II* Listed Building. See LinkExternal link
Cow Shed at Town Head
Cow Shed at Town Head
At Garburn Nook
At Garburn Nook
Garburn Road
Garburn Road
Garburn Road (Track)
Garburn Road (Track)
Trout Beck in Limefitt Holiday Park
Trout Beck in Limefitt Holiday Park
Thin snow cover on knolls of Sour Howes Lightly snowed knolls west-south-west of the summit of Sour Howes with the Coniston hills in the distance.
Thin snow cover on knolls of Sour Howes
Lightly snowed knolls west-south-west of the summit of Sour Howes with the Coniston hills in the distance.
Moor Head and slopes below it from Sour Howes The col, Moor Head at the left side of the image is the low point on the broad ridge connecting Sour Howes with Sallows.
Yoke is the central mountain in the distance; to the right of it and more completely snow-covered is Kentmere Pike.
Moor Head and slopes below it from Sour Howes
The col, Moor Head at the left side of the image is the low point on the broad ridge connecting Sour Howes with Sallows. Yoke is the central mountain in the distance; to the right of it and more completely snow-covered is Kentmere Pike.
Knolls of ridge north from Sour Howes Low-angled sunshine illuminating knolls along the ridge connecting Sour Howes to Sallows and then to Yoke which is the bulky hill to the right of the image.
To the left of the sunlit slopes is the valley of Hagg Gill and beyond it, the valley of Trout Beck which leads to the col at Threshthwaite Mouth.
Knolls of ridge north from Sour Howes
Low-angled sunshine illuminating knolls along the ridge connecting Sour Howes to Sallows and then to Yoke which is the bulky hill to the right of the image. To the left of the sunlit slopes is the valley of Hagg Gill and beyond it, the valley of Trout Beck which leads to the col at Threshthwaite Mouth.
Snowed moorland north of Sour Howes There are knolls to the north of Sour Howes and a moorland ridge which curves around to Sallows just around to the right, out of the image.
In the distance is Yoke with Ill Bell just showing beyond and to its left. To the right and more distant is Harter Fell.
Snowed moorland north of Sour Howes
There are knolls to the north of Sour Howes and a moorland ridge which curves around to Sallows just around to the right, out of the image. In the distance is Yoke with Ill Bell just showing beyond and to its left. To the right and more distant is Harter Fell.
View towards Scafell Pike & Great Gable from summit of Garburn Pass
View towards Scafell Pike & Great Gable from summit of Garburn Pass
Latrigg Tarn
Latrigg Tarn
Ing Lane, Troutbeck A fine morning for a walk with the ridge of Yoke, Ill Bell and Froswick leading up to Thornthwaite Crag at the head of the valley.
Ing Lane, Troutbeck
A fine morning for a walk with the ridge of Yoke, Ill Bell and Froswick leading up to Thornthwaite Crag at the head of the valley.
Troutbeck church
Troutbeck church
Jesus Church, Troutbeck Stands isolated from the village it serves, at the bottom of the valley created by Trout Beck.
The village stands on the valley side, about half a mile to the west.
Jesus Church, Troutbeck
Stands isolated from the village it serves, at the bottom of the valley created by Trout Beck. The village stands on the valley side, about half a mile to the west.
Old Mower Abandoned on this fell. A rusting Henry Bamford and Sons 'Royal Mower'dated to c.1892. The climate and conditions must have been better than now to mow grass up here.
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Old Mower
Abandoned on this fell. A rusting Henry Bamford and Sons 'Royal Mower'dated to c.1892. The climate and conditions must have been better than now to mow grass up here. LinkExternal link
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Capple Howe is located at Grid Ref: NY4302 (Lat: 54.418194, Lng: -2.8765317)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Capple Howe
Ele: 445
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.4183914/-2.8761893
Barrier: stile
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 54.4195328/-2.8778483
Barrier: stile
Stile: stepover
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