Twotop Hill

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Eden

England

Twotop Hill

Old Milestone by the A686, north east of Melmerby Carved stone post by the A686, in parish of OUSBY (EDEN District), Melmerby, Long Craggs, on bend, in banking, opposite Snow pole, on East side of road. Alston stone, erected by the Alston turnpike trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
ALSTON
8
PENRITH
11
Carved benchmark on front top.

Milestone Society National ID: CU_ALPR08. — Old Milestone by the A686, north east of Melmerby Credit: Barbara Todd

Twotop Hill, located in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, is a prominent hill and mountain formation in the central part of the state. Standing at an elevation of approximately 1,952 feet (595 meters), it is one of the highest points in the region. The hill is situated near the border of Cumberland and Perry counties, about 11 miles southwest of Carlisle.

Twotop Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, showcasing the picturesque Cumberland Valley to the east and the rugged beauty of the Appalachian Mountains to the west. The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and a well-defined peak that provides an ideal vantage point for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers.

The hill is predominantly covered in dense forests, primarily consisting of hardwood trees such as oak, hickory, and maple. It serves as a habitat for various wildlife species, including deer, foxes, squirrels, and numerous bird species. The area is also home to several hiking trails, which allow visitors to explore the hill's natural beauty and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding wilderness.

Twotop Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, providing opportunities for activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. Its proximity to nearby towns and cities makes it easily accessible for day trips or weekend excursions. Whether it's for a peaceful walk in nature or to capture stunning vistas, Twotop Hill offers a memorable experience for visitors of all ages.

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Twotop Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.764961/-2.5651694 or Grid Reference NY6341. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone by the A686, north east of Melmerby

Carved stone post by the A686, in parish of OUSBY (EDEN District), Melmerby, Long Craggs, on bend, in banking, opposite Snow pole, on East side of road. Alston stone, erected by the Alston turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- ALSTON 8 PENRITH 11 Carved benchmark on front top. Milestone Society National ID: CU_ALPR08.

Barbara Todd

Direction Sign - Signpost opposite the Renwick turn off

Located on the east side of the junction of the A686 and the minor road to Renwick in Kirkoswald parish. 3 arms and pawn finial Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY6341

B Todd

Glassonby: The A686

Michael Garlick

Glassonby: Lime Kiln Beck

Michael Garlick

Direction Sign - Signpost on the A686

Located on the east side of the A686 opposite the road to Glassonby in Glassonby parish. 3 arms and pawn finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY6239

B Todd

Trees in the mist, Lime Kiln Beck

The cloud inversion that has filled the Eden Valley all day is lapping around these trees just below the A686 Alston road. On the far side the sun has just set below the eastern fells of the Lake District.

Karl and Ali

Old fenceposts, Little Knapside Hill

Passed en route to Fiends Fell. Beyond, a line of wooden shooting butts head down the slope. No grouse in evidence today up here above the cloud inversion that fills the Eden Valley. Rising out of this are the snow-covered fells of the Lake District.

Karl and Ali

Bend of A686 at Limekiln Beck

The A686 crosses the minor stream of Limekiln Beck at this sharp bend passing under the road presumably by a culvert rather than a bridge.

Trevor Littlewood

Approaching sharp bends north of Gamblesby junction

John Firth

Gamblesby junction off A686

John Firth

Sharp bend and lay by near Boorick Hill

John Firth

Sheepfold above Black Tongue

This sheepfold has a "tail" leading SSW - see also the satellite image Link

Mike Quinn

Ruin below Little Knapside Hill

I think that this structure was a bield (rather than a sheepfold).

Mike Quinn

Ruins above Hause in the Scar

Mike Quinn

Moorland between Little Knapside Hill and Fiends Fell

Mike Quinn

Melting snow by Alston Road near Lime Beck

The A696 from Penrith to Alston climbs the steep flanks of the Pennine chain to Hartside Summit and is often blocked by snow in winter.

Andrew Curtis

The yellow bikes of Hartside (1)

Stage 5 of the Aviva Tour of Britain on September 10th runs from Prudhoe in the Tyne valley to the finish on Hartside Pass, the second highest A road in England. The sting in the tail is the gruelling climb on the A686 from Melmerby up to the summit, which gains 414 metres in elevation over a distance of 7.9 km - a climb which is scheduled to take the riders only 10 to 13 minutes! In anticipation of the arrival of the Tour, large numbers of yellow bikes have been installed in and around the villages of Langwathby and Melmerby and a handful have now appeared on Hartside summit.

Oliver Dixon