Towerybank Hill

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Towerybank Hill

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 Credit: Stephen Craven

Towerybank Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Westmorland, England. Situated in the picturesque region of the Lake District, it forms part of the stunning landscape that attracts visitors from all over the world. With an elevation of approximately 1,500 feet (457 meters), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain.

The hill is known for its commanding views of the surrounding countryside, offering a panoramic vista that encompasses rolling hills, lush green valleys, and shimmering lakes. Its strategic location provides a perfect vantage point to appreciate the natural beauty of Westmorland.

Towerybank Hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and undulating terrain, making it accessible to hikers and walkers of varying abilities. The hill is covered in a patchwork of heather, grasses, and occasional rocky outcrops, adding to its charm and diversity.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted to discover that the hill is home to a variety of animal and plant species. Visitors may encounter rabbits, hares, and various species of birds, such as kestrels and buzzards, as they explore the area.

For those seeking outdoor adventures, Towerybank Hill offers a range of activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and photography. Its tranquil atmosphere and unspoiled surroundings make it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Towerybank Hill is a captivating natural feature in Westmorland, offering breathtaking views and a serene environment that beckons visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Lake District.

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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?
Rigmaden bridge The grade II listed bridge (list entry 1086894) has an unusual curved girder construction and dates from the 1880s. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1213202">SD6184 : Rigmaden Bridge</a> shows a side view quite clearly.
Rigmaden bridge
The grade II listed bridge (list entry 1086894) has an unusual curved girder construction and dates from the 1880s. SD6184 : Rigmaden Bridge shows a side view quite clearly.
Woodland track in Barbondale
Woodland track in Barbondale
Barbon Manor One-time home of the historian Roger Fulford,  and featured in the annual Barbon hill-climb challenge.
Barbon Manor
One-time home of the historian Roger Fulford, and featured in the annual Barbon hill-climb challenge.
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.
Path to Blindbeck Bridge Lovely path climbs gently up the dale from Barbon.
Path to Blindbeck Bridge
Lovely path climbs gently up the dale from Barbon.
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).
Jack's Fold A Goldsworthy creation. Named after Jack who built it.
Jack's Fold
A Goldsworthy creation. Named after Jack who built it.
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Towerybank Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD6383 (Lat: 54.247921, Lng: -2.5646434)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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