Blease Hill

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Blease Hill

Livestock restraint Carved stone livestock neck holder now used ornamentally at door to Mansergh Hall
Livestock restraint Credit: Roy Chestnutt

Blease Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Westmorland, England. It is situated in the Lake District National Park, which is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and scenic landscapes. Standing at an elevation of approximately 391 meters (1,283 feet), Blease Hill offers visitors stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and grassy terrain, making it a popular destination for walkers and hikers of all abilities. Its accessibility, combined with the captivating vistas it provides, attracts both locals and tourists alike.

Covered in heather and patches of bracken, Blease Hill is home to a variety of wildlife, including numerous bird species, rabbits, and occasionally deer. The hill's rich biodiversity adds to its allure, providing nature enthusiasts with an opportunity to observe and appreciate the local flora and fauna.

At the summit of Blease Hill, there is a trig point, which serves as a landmark and offers a great spot for visitors to pause and take in the breathtaking views. On a clear day, one can see the rolling hills, valleys, and lakes that define the Lake District National Park, including the nearby Ullswater Lake.

Overall, Blease Hill is a picturesque location that showcases the natural beauty and tranquility of the Lake District. Its accessibility, combined with its stunning views and diverse wildlife, make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the region.

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Blease Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.237511/-2.5859352 or Grid Reference SD6182. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Livestock restraint Carved stone livestock neck holder now used ornamentally at door to Mansergh Hall
Livestock restraint
Carved stone livestock neck holder now used ornamentally at door to Mansergh Hall
Road junction in Barbondale The signpost points left to Barbon and Sedbergh; right to Dent and Hawes; and behind the camera to Casterton and Kirkby Lonsdale. There's also a cycle route sign for the Lakes and Dales Loop.
Road junction in Barbondale
The signpost points left to Barbon and Sedbergh; right to Dent and Hawes; and behind the camera to Casterton and Kirkby Lonsdale. There's also a cycle route sign for the Lakes and Dales Loop.
Barbon St Bartholomew - lychgate The lychgate bears the dates 1872 and 1915. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3503493">SD6382 : Lychgate, St Bartholomew's, Barbon</a>.
Barbon St Bartholomew - lychgate
The lychgate bears the dates 1872 and 1915. See also SD6382 : Lychgate, St Bartholomew's, Barbon.
Barbon St Bartholomew Unusually the tower, which contains six bells, is at the east rather than west end.
Barbon St Bartholomew
Unusually the tower, which contains six bells, is at the east rather than west end.
Barbon St Bartholomew - interior There's a good if brief description on the Church Heritage Record <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://facultyonline.churchofengland.org/CHR/ChurchDetails.aspx?id=2057#Home" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://facultyonline.churchofengland.org/CHR/ChurchDetails.aspx?id=2057#Home">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> as well as the Historic England listing.
Barbon St Bartholomew - interior
There's a good if brief description on the Church Heritage Record LinkExternal link as well as the Historic England listing.
Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial Even a small village like this lost seven men in the Great War.
Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial
Even a small village like this lost seven men in the Great War.
Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial Wooden panelling beneath the west window forms tribute to Ughtred James, 1st Baron Shuttleworth (1844-1939) and his wife Blanche (1851-1924) of Barbon Manor. I presume Lawrence and Edward named on the church's war memorial <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6981118">SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial</a> were their sons.
Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial
Wooden panelling beneath the west window forms tribute to Ughtred James, 1st Baron Shuttleworth (1844-1939) and his wife Blanche (1851-1924) of Barbon Manor. I presume Lawrence and Edward named on the church's war memorial SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - war memorial were their sons.
Barbon St Bartholomew - west window "This window is  dedicated to Louisa wife of Sir Woodbine Parish KCH by her daughter Blanche M Kay Shuttleworth". The Shuttleworths were Lords of the Manor, and Blanche is in her turn commemorated in the panelling below the window <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6981128">SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial</a>. The central motif is the Good Shepherd, a popular one of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Barbon St Bartholomew - west window
"This window is dedicated to Louisa wife of Sir Woodbine Parish KCH by her daughter Blanche M Kay Shuttleworth". The Shuttleworths were Lords of the Manor, and Blanche is in her turn commemorated in the panelling below the window SD6382 : Barbon St Bartholomew - Lord and Lady Shuttleworth's memorial. The central motif is the Good Shepherd, a popular one of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Barbon St Bartholomew - small stained glass window "In memory of James Harrison St Stephen's Day 1900". James had been vicar of the parish since 1872.
Barbon St Bartholomew - small stained glass window
"In memory of James Harrison St Stephen's Day 1900". James had been vicar of the parish since 1872.
Barbon St Bartholomew - sundial In the church grounds.
Barbon St Bartholomew - sundial
In the church grounds.
Hayfield in Barbondale A Roman road ran a little to the left of the large tree in the distance, and an early medieval settlement was just the other side of the road behind the camera <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2158331">SD6281 : Ancient settlement near Town End, Barbon</a>. What crop did ancient Romans and early English people grow on this  field?
Hayfield in Barbondale
A Roman road ran a little to the left of the large tree in the distance, and an early medieval settlement was just the other side of the road behind the camera SD6281 : Ancient settlement near Town End, Barbon. What crop did ancient Romans and early English people grow on this field?
Roadside laithe between Barbon and Casterton Kept in better condition than most, it even has a proper rainwater drainage system.
Roadside laithe between Barbon and Casterton
Kept in better condition than most, it even has a proper rainwater drainage system.
Old oak in a field This is the further tree beyond the pair seen in the foreground of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6816077">SD6083 : Minor road towards Rigmaden</a> taken in the spring of the same year.
Old oak in a field
This is the further tree beyond the pair seen in the foreground of SD6083 : Minor road towards Rigmaden taken in the spring of the same year.
Barbon road sign Traditional metal posts - spot of rust. Hawes is a long way off. Barbon Manor in the distance.
Barbon road sign
Traditional metal posts - spot of rust. Hawes is a long way off. Barbon Manor in the distance.
The road from Barbon Manor The private access road from Barbon Manor to Barbon village near Pencil Brow; the Lune Valley is in the background.  The road is also a public bridleway.
The road from Barbon Manor
The private access road from Barbon Manor to Barbon village near Pencil Brow; the Lune Valley is in the background. The road is also a public bridleway.
Benchmark, St. Bartholomew's Church Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the south-east angle of the chancel of St. Bartholomew's Church.  The benchmark marks a height of 97.4202m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1953 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7367250">SD6382 : St. Bartholomew's Churchyard</a>).
Benchmark, St. Bartholomew's Church
Detail of the Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the south-east angle of the chancel of St. Bartholomew's Church. The benchmark marks a height of 97.4202m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1953 (location photograph SD6382 : St. Bartholomew's Churchyard).
Sundial, Barbon Churchyard
Sundial, Barbon Churchyard
St. Bartholomew's Churchyard There is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on one of the stone quoins on the corner of the chancel (detail photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7329842">SD6382 : Benchmark, St. Bartholomew's Church</a>).
St. Bartholomew's Churchyard
There is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on one of the stone quoins on the corner of the chancel (detail photograph SD6382 : Benchmark, St. Bartholomew's Church).
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Blease Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD6182 (Lat: 54.237511, Lng: -2.5859352)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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