High Knott

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

High Knott

High Knott is a prominent hill located in the picturesque region of Westmorland, England. It lies within the picturesque Lake District National Park, which is renowned for its stunning scenery and natural beauty. With an elevation of approximately 1,419 feet (432 meters), High Knott offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and grassy terrain, making it accessible to walkers of varying abilities. Its summit provides an excellent vantage point, allowing visitors to admire the awe-inspiring vistas of rolling hills, lush valleys, and shimmering lakes that define the Lake District.

High Knott is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, adding to its allure. The hillside is covered in a lush carpet of heather, bracken, and grasses, providing habitat for a variety of bird species, including skylarks and meadow pipits. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot rabbits, foxes, and even deer during their visit.

Due to its proximity to other popular attractions in the region, such as Lake Windermere and Ambleside, High Knott is often incorporated into longer walking routes, allowing visitors to enjoy a day of exploration and discovery in the stunning Lake District landscape. Its accessibility, combined with its stunning views and natural beauty, make High Knott a must-visit destination for those seeking an outdoor adventure in Westmorland.

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High Knott Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.393707/-2.8418492 or Grid Reference NY4500. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stoop and stile

shikari

Recreational stile

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Row of cottages on north side of A591

The cottages are on the north side of an earlier alignment of the A591, beside Reston Hall, just west of Staveley.

Trevor Littlewood

Reston Scar from Fairbank

Mick Garratt

A corner of Meadow Bank Farm

This is host to the Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre, which offers a farm shop and the opportunity to learn skills such as dry stone walling.

Bill Boaden

Fields above Browfoot

David Purchase

Williamson's Monument, High Knott

The name Hugill Fell applies to a large area of hill, of which High Knott is just one summit. For several years a strongly worded sign forbidding access appeared at the spot where Wainwright's route to the monument left the bridleway. On 24 March 2017 this sign was no longer there. However I suspect direct action by an irate bagger of Wainwright's Outlying Fells, rather than a change of heart by the landowner. I spotted an identical notice 2.5 hours later in the square 1km to the south - see SD4599 : Welcome to Hugill Fell !.

David Purchase