Hawthornthwaite Fell Top

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Hawthornthwaite Fell Top

Moorland between Greave Clough Head and the Upper Calder Tramping over virgin moor from the boundary fence near Greave Clough Head and the upper reaches of the Calder - an experience I care not to repeat
Moorland between Greave Clough Head and the Upper Calder Credit: Chris Heaton

Hawthornthwaite Fell Top is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Sitting within the expansive Yorkshire Dales National Park, it offers breathtaking views and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 550 meters (1,800 feet), Hawthornthwaite Fell Top is characterized by its rugged terrain and rocky slopes. It is part of a larger network of hills in the area, including Great Whernside and Buckden Pike, which form the backbone of the Yorkshire Dales.

The hill is covered in a patchwork of heather moorland, grassy slopes, and scattered boulders. The vegetation supports a diverse range of wildlife, including grouse, curlews, and other upland birds. Visitors may also spot the occasional hare or deer roaming the hillside.

Hawthornthwaite Fell Top offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, one can see the rolling dales, picturesque villages, and meandering streams that make up the Yorkshire landscape. From the summit, there are also glimpses of the nearby peaks and valleys, creating a sense of awe and tranquility.

Access to Hawthornthwaite Fell Top is relatively straightforward, with several well-marked footpaths leading to the summit. The hill attracts both experienced hikers and casual walkers, as it offers a range of routes suitable for all abilities.

Overall, Hawthornthwaite Fell Top is a captivating and picturesque hill in Yorkshire, providing visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and tranquility of the Yorkshire Dales.

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Hawthornthwaite Fell Top Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.957908/-2.6400249 or Grid Reference SD5851. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland between Greave Clough Head and the Upper Calder Tramping over virgin moor from the boundary fence near Greave Clough Head and the upper reaches of the Calder - an experience I care not to repeat
Moorland between Greave Clough Head and the Upper Calder
Tramping over virgin moor from the boundary fence near Greave Clough Head and the upper reaches of the Calder - an experience I care not to repeat
Boundary Fence West of Greave Clough Head Deep furrows of exposed peat, straggly heather, tussocks and ancillary vegetation makes progress difficult and tiresome
Boundary Fence West of Greave Clough Head
Deep furrows of exposed peat, straggly heather, tussocks and ancillary vegetation makes progress difficult and tiresome
Boundary Fence between Grizedale Head and Greave Clough Head There is a very faint path beside the fence, which blends in with the chocolate brown colour scheme of the local landscape
Boundary Fence between Grizedale Head and Greave Clough Head
There is a very faint path beside the fence, which blends in with the chocolate brown colour scheme of the local landscape
Gradual ascent of Greave Clough Head from the West
Gradual ascent of Greave Clough Head from the West
On the Fellside below Greave Head Clough
On the Fellside below Greave Head Clough
Peat bank on White Moss Starting our boggy descent among the catchment headwaters of the River Calder
Peat bank on White Moss
Starting our boggy descent among the catchment headwaters of the River Calder
Cattle grid On a day like today it wouldn't take too much poetic licence to refer to the mist as heat haze
Cattle grid
On a day like today it wouldn't take too much poetic licence to refer to the mist as heat haze
Heather and cotton grass below Hawthornthwaite Fell
Heather and cotton grass below Hawthornthwaite Fell
Hawthornthwaite Fell: aerial 2018
Hawthornthwaite Fell: aerial 2018
Catshaw Greave
Catshaw Greave
Head of Catshaw Greave
Head of Catshaw Greave
On top of White Moss Not quite the 464m spot height but near enough.
On top of White Moss
Not quite the 464m spot height but near enough.
Hawthornthwaite Fell moorland Lower level moorland.
Hawthornthwaite Fell moorland
Lower level moorland.
A field near Marshaw Don't blame me.  That's Staples Breast over there.
A field near Marshaw
Don't blame me. That's Staples Breast over there.
Track heading towards Hawthornthwaite Fell Primarily a track from the shooting fraternity that crosses moorland, before climbing steeply up the northern flanks of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Track heading towards Hawthornthwaite Fell
Primarily a track from the shooting fraternity that crosses moorland, before climbing steeply up the northern flanks of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Track beside Well Brook Clough Primarily a shooting track leading off the flanks of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Track beside Well Brook Clough
Primarily a shooting track leading off the flanks of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Shooting Track heading into the Marshaw Wyre Valley Primarily a shooting track heading down from the northern flanks of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Shooting Track heading into the Marshaw Wyre Valley
Primarily a shooting track heading down from the northern flanks of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Shooting Track approaching Well Brook Clough The track approaching a small ford to cross Well Brook at the foot of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Shooting Track approaching Well Brook Clough
The track approaching a small ford to cross Well Brook at the foot of Hawthornthwaite Fell
Show me another place!

Hawthornthwaite Fell Top is located at Grid Ref: SD5851 (Lat: 53.957908, Lng: -2.6400249)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 53.957908,-2.6400249
Hawthornthwaite Fell Top
Ele: 478
Man Made: survey_point
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Source Ele: height in feet (1569) from NPE, converted into metres
Wikidata: Q1591768
Wikipedia: en:Hawthornthwaite Fell
Lat/Long: 53.9577131/-2.6430724
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 53.9553195/-2.6457993
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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