Middle Crag

Hill, Mountain in Lancashire Lancaster

England

Middle Crag

Lower Dolphinholme The old woollen mill on the right has been converted into apartments where I once attended creative writing classes.
Lower Dolphinholme Credit: Oliver Dixon

Middle Crag is a prominent hill located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is part of the larger Pennine Range, which stretches across the northern part of the country. Rising to an elevation of approximately 400 meters (1,312 feet), Middle Crag offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated in a rural area, Middle Crag is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and birdwatching. The hill is accessible via several well-marked trails that cater to different levels of difficulty, making it suitable for both experienced hikers and beginners.

The landscape surrounding Middle Crag is characterized by rolling hills, verdant valleys, and picturesque woodlands. The summit provides an ideal vantage point to appreciate the beauty of the Lancashire countryside, with sweeping vistas that extend for miles in every direction.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be pleased to know that Middle Crag is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The hill is known for its abundant birdlife, including species such as kestrels, buzzards, and peregrine falcons. Additionally, the surrounding woodlands are inhabited by deer, rabbits, and various small mammals.

Middle Crag is easily accessible by car, with parking available at the base of the hill. Local amenities, including cafes, restaurants, and accommodation, can be found in nearby villages and towns, providing visitors with a convenient base from which to explore the area.

Overall, Middle Crag offers a wonderful opportunity to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of Lancashire, providing a peaceful and rejuvenating retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Middle Crag Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.987734/-2.745196 or Grid Reference SD5154. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lower Dolphinholme The old woollen mill on the right has been converted into apartments where I once attended creative writing classes.
Lower Dolphinholme
The old woollen mill on the right has been converted into apartments where I once attended creative writing classes.
New housing at Dolphinholme On the south side of the village. The moors of the southern half of the Forest of Bowland on the skyline.
New housing at Dolphinholme
On the south side of the village. The moors of the southern half of the Forest of Bowland on the skyline.
Lower Dolphinholme Housing dating from the days when a woollen mill operated at Lower Dolphinholme.
Lower Dolphinholme
Housing dating from the days when a woollen mill operated at Lower Dolphinholme.
Valley of the Damas Gill Wooded valley, tributary of the River Wyre.
Valley of the Damas Gill
Wooded valley, tributary of the River Wyre.
OS Bench Mark OS cut bench mark on gatestoop. 227.5 feet above old datum. Severely weathered.
OS Bench Mark
OS cut bench mark on gatestoop. 227.5 feet above old datum. Severely weathered.
OS Bench Mark OS cut bench mark on house. 66.974 m above datum. The owner obviously recognises its significance!
OS Bench Mark
OS cut bench mark on house. 66.974 m above datum. The owner obviously recognises its significance!
Ammunition store, Swine Hill Wood Some of the bases or hardstanding in this former military site is being used to store round silage bales.
Ammunition store, Swine Hill Wood
Some of the bases or hardstanding in this former military site is being used to store round silage bales.
Ellel Crag Ruin near to an old quarry
Ellel Crag
Ruin near to an old quarry
Field near Wellington Wood
Field near Wellington Wood
Treelined road, Newland
Treelined road, Newland
Approaching Lower Dolphinholme on the Wyre Way Passing a small sewage plant, and an old 18th Century woollen mill, now converted into apartments.
Approaching Lower Dolphinholme on the Wyre Way
Passing a small sewage plant, and an old 18th Century woollen mill, now converted into apartments.
Lower Dolphinholme Adopted by the Wyre Way long distance footpath approaching Dolphinholme Bridge
Lower Dolphinholme
Adopted by the Wyre Way long distance footpath approaching Dolphinholme Bridge
Looking South from Dolphinholme Bridge Road adopted by the Wyre Way long distance footpath
Looking South from Dolphinholme Bridge
Road adopted by the Wyre Way long distance footpath
Wyre Way beside Mill Wood Woodland to one side and a moss covered wall on the other, sees the long distance heading north towards the village of Dolphinholme
Wyre Way beside Mill Wood
Woodland to one side and a moss covered wall on the other, sees the long distance heading north towards the village of Dolphinholme
Descending into Lower Dolphinstone Following the Wyre Way long distance footpath into the village of Dolphinstone
Descending into Lower Dolphinstone
Following the Wyre Way long distance footpath into the village of Dolphinstone
Houses in Lower Dolphinholme
Houses in Lower Dolphinholme
Sewage works at the outskirts of Dolphinholme Discharging treated water into the River Wyre
Sewage works at the outskirts of Dolphinholme
Discharging treated water into the River Wyre
Electricity Pylon by Bay Horse Road
Electricity Pylon by Bay Horse Road
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Middle Crag is located at Grid Ref: SD5154 (Lat: 53.987734, Lng: -2.745196)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Lancaster

Police Authority: Lancashire

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