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Capplebarrow

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Capplebarrow

Moorland below Ancrow Brow Seen from the Bannisdale Horseshoe, which creeps into hectad NY40 by just a few metres.
Moorland below Ancrow Brow Credit: David Purchase

Capplebarrow is a prominent hill located in the county of Westmorland, in the northwestern region of England. Situated in the Lake District National Park, it is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Rising to an impressive height of 1,200 feet (366 meters), Capplebarrow dominates the skyline with its distinct pyramidal shape. It is primarily composed of slate and limestone, which gives it a rugged and rocky appearance. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, with patches of heather and bracken adding to its picturesque charm.

Accessing Capplebarrow is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading to the summit. As visitors ascend, they are treated to breathtaking vistas of the rolling hills, sparkling lakes, and dense forests that define the Lake District. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the nearby Lake Windermere from the summit.

Capplebarrow is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike. Its peaceful ambiance and unspoiled surroundings make it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and smaller mammals, making it a haven for nature lovers.

Whether admired for its awe-inspiring views, challenging hiking trails, or abundant flora and fauna, Capplebarrow is undoubtedly a must-visit location for anyone exploring the natural wonders of Westmorland and the Lake District.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.42492/-2.759166 or Grid Reference NY5003. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland below Ancrow Brow Seen from the Bannisdale Horseshoe, which creeps into hectad NY40 by just a few metres.
Moorland below Ancrow Brow
Seen from the Bannisdale Horseshoe, which creeps into hectad NY40 by just a few metres.
St Mary's Church Longsleddale Deep into Longsledderdale, sandwiched between remnant ribbons of semi-ancient woodland along the valley floor, an earlier chapel of 1712 was replaced with an endowment from Lady Howard of Leven’s Hall, who held the manorial rights. A range of even earlier artefacts survive, mainly furnishings, but some elements have been built in, such as the aumbry cupboard door of 1662. Indeed, it is the furnishings and internal features that bring to life that which would otherwise be rather plain: the pulpit, unusually accessed by a rear door from the Vestry; the chancel arch inscription; the east window suspended stained glass pendant of the church’s chalice (of 1571, safeguarded off-site); wall-paintings; chests, etc.
St Mary's Church Longsleddale
Deep into Longsledderdale, sandwiched between remnant ribbons of semi-ancient woodland along the valley floor, an earlier chapel of 1712 was replaced with an endowment from Lady Howard of Leven’s Hall, who held the manorial rights. A range of even earlier artefacts survive, mainly furnishings, but some elements have been built in, such as the aumbry cupboard door of 1662. Indeed, it is the furnishings and internal features that bring to life that which would otherwise be rather plain: the pulpit, unusually accessed by a rear door from the Vestry; the chancel arch inscription; the east window suspended stained glass pendant of the church’s chalice (of 1571, safeguarded off-site); wall-paintings; chests, etc.
Rock outcrops near the eponymous Kilnstones house
Rock outcrops near the eponymous Kilnstones house
NW up Long Sleddale The view is near Yewbarrow Hall, with Harter Fell (2,509 ft.) ahead. This road goes no further than the head of the valley, but in the 1840s it nearly became the route of the Lancaster & Carlisle Railway - part of the present West Coast Main Line; instead, it is followed by the pipeline to Manchester from Haweswater Reservoir.
NW up Long Sleddale
The view is near Yewbarrow Hall, with Harter Fell (2,509 ft.) ahead. This road goes no further than the head of the valley, but in the 1840s it nearly became the route of the Lancaster & Carlisle Railway - part of the present West Coast Main Line; instead, it is followed by the pipeline to Manchester from Haweswater Reservoir.
Moorland below Whiteside Pike Looking towards Todd Fell (left) and Capplebarrow (right), the next hills on the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
Moorland below Whiteside Pike
Looking towards Todd Fell (left) and Capplebarrow (right), the next hills on the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
Moorland north of Todd Fell On the way to Capplebarrow, on the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
Moorland north of Todd Fell
On the way to Capplebarrow, on the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
A steep drop into Bannisdale Seen from the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
A steep drop into Bannisdale
Seen from the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
The Bannisdale Horseshoe continues Looking towards Swinklebank Crag Top from Capplebarrow.
The Bannisdale Horseshoe continues
Looking towards Swinklebank Crag Top from Capplebarrow.
Swinklebank Crag Top The highest point on the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
Swinklebank Crag Top
The highest point on the Bannisdale Horseshoe.
The wall across White Howe The Bannisdale Horseshoe follows this wall before veering right to the summit of White Howe.
The wall across White Howe
The Bannisdale Horseshoe follows this wall before veering right to the summit of White Howe.
View from the summit of The Forest White Howe is in the middle distance. The Bannisdale Horseshoe crosses both these hills.
View from the summit of The Forest
White Howe is in the middle distance. The Bannisdale Horseshoe crosses both these hills.
Long Sleddale parish church of St. Mary's
Long Sleddale parish church of St. Mary's
Toilets, Long Sleddale Immaculate community-run toilets.
Toilets, Long Sleddale
Immaculate community-run toilets.
Long Sleddale Community Hall
Long Sleddale Community Hall
St Mary's Church, Longsleddale
St Mary's Church, Longsleddale
Pt 417m above Bannisdale A small knoll with a few small rocks. Dub Ings Wood can be seen ahead on the crest of the downfall into the dale.
Pt 417m above Bannisdale
A small knoll with a few small rocks. Dub Ings Wood can be seen ahead on the crest of the downfall into the dale.
Stone fence post on Capplebarrow Much older then the wooden posts and far harder wearing.
Stone fence post on Capplebarrow
Much older then the wooden posts and far harder wearing.
The summit of Capplebarrow The upright stone may be a parish boundary marker which here is slightly further west than the fence line. The higher fells around the head of Kentmere are on the right with the rugged fells around Langdale further left. Skeggles Water is the tarn just in view at the extreme left of the photo.
The summit of Capplebarrow
The upright stone may be a parish boundary marker which here is slightly further west than the fence line. The higher fells around the head of Kentmere are on the right with the rugged fells around Langdale further left. Skeggles Water is the tarn just in view at the extreme left of the photo.
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Capplebarrow is located at Grid Ref: NY5003 (Lat: 54.42492, Lng: -2.759166)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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