Hard Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Ribble Valley

England

Hard Hill

Moorland road north of Bowland Knotts On the horizon are the 'Three Peaks' of Yorkshire.
Moorland road north of Bowland Knotts Credit: John H Darch

Hard Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the northern region of the Yorkshire Dales, Hard Hill is a hill/mountain that forms part of the Pennine Range. Rising to an impressive elevation of approximately 500 meters (1,640 feet), it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is characterized by its rugged terrain, with steep slopes and rocky outcrops. Its name, Hard Hill, aptly describes the challenging nature of its ascent. The hill is predominantly composed of millstone grit, a type of sandstone that gives it its distinctive appearance.

Hard Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers, attracting both locals and visitors alike. Its location within the Yorkshire Dales National Park ensures that it remains relatively untouched and provides a haven for wildlife. The hill is home to a variety of plant species, including heather and bilberry, which create a vibrant and colorful landscape during the summer months.

The summit of Hard Hill offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with rolling hills, valleys, and meandering rivers stretching as far as the eye can see. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Yorkshire coastline.

In addition to its natural beauty, Hard Hill also holds historical significance. The area surrounding the hill is dotted with ancient settlements and archaeological sites, providing a glimpse into the region's rich past.

Overall, Hard Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating and challenging destination, offering both natural beauty and historical intrigue to those who venture to its summit.

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Hard Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.038088/-2.4350899 or Grid Reference SD7160. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland road north of Bowland Knotts On the horizon are the 'Three Peaks' of Yorkshire.
Moorland road north of Bowland Knotts
On the horizon are the 'Three Peaks' of Yorkshire.
Keasden road heads down Crutchenber Fell Despite rain overngight and an unpromising sky in the morning, the weather is clearing up enough for a good day out in Gisburn Forest. The Keasden road crosses the watershed at Bowland Knotts and heads south for the forest and Stocks reservoir en route for Slaidburn. This used to be a very quiet road when last I passed this way (probably thirty years ago) but now carries a lot of people to the extensive carparks, paths and bike trails provided by the forestry and water companies.
Keasden road heads down Crutchenber Fell
Despite rain overngight and an unpromising sky in the morning, the weather is clearing up enough for a good day out in Gisburn Forest. The Keasden road crosses the watershed at Bowland Knotts and heads south for the forest and Stocks reservoir en route for Slaidburn. This used to be a very quiet road when last I passed this way (probably thirty years ago) but now carries a lot of people to the extensive carparks, paths and bike trails provided by the forestry and water companies.
The northern marches of Gisburn Forest The most recently planted part of Gisburn Forest is also the most northerly and forms an isolated outpost not visited by the main mountain bike trails. The Keasden road descends to it over Crutchenber Fell, passing through it to reach the more mature and popular sections around Stocks reservoir.
The northern marches of Gisburn Forest
The most recently planted part of Gisburn Forest is also the most northerly and forms an isolated outpost not visited by the main mountain bike trails. The Keasden road descends to it over Crutchenber Fell, passing through it to reach the more mature and popular sections around Stocks reservoir.
Hailshowers Fell Parked after cattle grid at 427 metres at SD6823860865 then Great Harlow, Hailshowers Fell, Bowlands Knotts, return to Hailshowers Fell, Great Harlow, Thistle Hill, Burn Moor and then to road below Moor Cock Farm and then up road back to my car. Very hot sunny day with drier than average moorland underfoot. 486 metre point next to fence didn't seem to be the highest point walking either way over this hill today. A quad track seemed to stop at the highest point before a lower cairn, buried stake and grit point.
Name: Hailshowers Fell
Hill number: 108526
Height: 486m / 1594ft
Area: 36: Lancashire, Cheshire & the Southern Pennines
Class: 4
Grid ref: SD698608 (est)
Drop: 64m
Col: 422m
Hailshowers Fell
Parked after cattle grid at 427 metres at SD6823860865 then Great Harlow, Hailshowers Fell, Bowlands Knotts, return to Hailshowers Fell, Great Harlow, Thistle Hill, Burn Moor and then to road below Moor Cock Farm and then up road back to my car. Very hot sunny day with drier than average moorland underfoot. 486 metre point next to fence didn't seem to be the highest point walking either way over this hill today. A quad track seemed to stop at the highest point before a lower cairn, buried stake and grit point. Name: Hailshowers Fell Hill number: 108526 Height: 486m / 1594ft Area: 36: Lancashire, Cheshire & the Southern Pennines Class: 4 Grid ref: SD698608 (est) Drop: 64m Col: 422m
The top of Hailshowers Fell (486m) No hail today, just a light rain although Pendle Hill is just visible. Nothing marks the actual top so it could be any one of thousands of tufts of moorland grass.
The top of Hailshowers Fell (486m)
No hail today, just a light rain although Pendle Hill is just visible. Nothing marks the actual top so it could be any one of thousands of tufts of moorland grass.
Catlow Farm Forest of Bowland Taken from the farm road leading to Catlow Farm, looking in a NE direction
Catlow Farm Forest of Bowland
Taken from the farm road leading to Catlow Farm, looking in a NE direction
Catlow Plantation Just above the original plantation. Looking towards Knot Clough and Bowland Knotts
Catlow Plantation
Just above the original plantation. Looking towards Knot Clough and Bowland Knotts
Catlow Plantation From Hasgill Fell. The small beck is called Kearsden Holes
Catlow Plantation
From Hasgill Fell. The small beck is called Kearsden Holes
Track and ruin, The Height Looking towards Stocks Reservoir.
Track and ruin, The Height
Looking towards Stocks Reservoir.
Walls Just in the north edge of the square looking down towards Stock Reservoir
Walls
Just in the north edge of the square looking down towards Stock Reservoir
Sheepfold near Cross of Greet Bridge The sheepfold shown on the Explorer map, adjacent to the River Hodder.
Sheepfold near Cross of Greet Bridge
The sheepfold shown on the Explorer map, adjacent to the River Hodder.
Upper reaches of the River Hodder This looks downstream from the Cross of Greet Bridge on the moorland road from Slaidburn to High Bentham in the Forest of Bowland
Upper reaches of the River Hodder
This looks downstream from the Cross of Greet Bridge on the moorland road from Slaidburn to High Bentham in the Forest of Bowland
Slaidburn Road Taken on the road from Slaidburn to High Bentham
Slaidburn Road
Taken on the road from Slaidburn to High Bentham
Birch Clough Rigg With Whelp Stone Crag on the horizon
Birch Clough Rigg
With Whelp Stone Crag on the horizon
Crutchenber Fell Knotteranum on the horizon
Crutchenber Fell
Knotteranum on the horizon
Track towards Bowland Knotts A footpath across the peaty moorland.
Track towards Bowland Knotts
A footpath across the peaty moorland.
To the hills.......
To the hills.......
Catlow Farm
Catlow Farm
Show me another place!

Hard Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD7160 (Lat: 54.038088, Lng: -2.4350899)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Ribble Valley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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