Castle Hill

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland Eden

England

Castle Hill

Highmore Hill from the railway The hill (right, summit height 266m) overlooks the town of Kirkby Stephen on the other side. — Highmore Hill from the railway Credit: Stephen Craven

Castle Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Westmorland, in the North West of England. Rising to an elevation of 998 feet (304 meters), it stands as a significant landmark in the region. Situated near the charming village of Appleby-in-Westmorland, Castle Hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill takes its name from the remains of a medieval motte-and-bailey castle that once stood on its summit. These ancient ruins provide a glimpse into the area's rich history and are a popular attraction for history enthusiasts and archaeology lovers.

Castle Hill is a favorite spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with several trails leading to its peak. The ascent can be challenging but is rewarded with stunning panoramic vistas of the Eden Valley and the rolling hills of Westmorland. On clear days, it is even possible to see the distant Lake District fells.

The hill is covered in lush green grass and is home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, hares, and various bird species. The surrounding area also features a diverse range of flora, with wildflowers and heather adding pops of color to the landscape.

Visitors to Castle Hill can enjoy picnicking, photography, or simply basking in the tranquility of the surroundings. The hill's accessibility and natural beauty make it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, providing a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Castle Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.46967/-2.3761977 or Grid Reference NY7508. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Highmore Hill from the railway

The hill (right, summit height 266m) overlooks the town of Kirkby Stephen on the other side.

Stephen Craven

Towngate, Smardale

Seen from the railway bridge, Holme Farm is nearest the camera with the grade II* listed Smardale hall NY7308 : Smardale Hall beyond. In the foreground is a railway quarter-mile post.

Stephen Craven

Kirkby Stephen Station

Stanier 8F 48151 and Class 37 37706 haul a southbound excursion train through Kirkby Stephen Station. Lineside vegetation was very dry following a prolonged period without rain. The Class 37 had been added to the train to assist the steam locomotive thereby reducing the risk of sparks causing lineside fires.

Adrian Taylor

Nateby Road at Stenkrith Bridge

Anthony Parkes

Leopard on Nateby Road

A Leyland Leopard in Western Scottish livery travelling north along Nateby Road during the Cumbria Easter Rally 2022. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Leyland Atlantean arriving at Kirkby Stephen Station

A Leyland Atlantean in Strathclyde's Buses livery arrives at Kirkby Stephen Station. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Track on Limekiln Hill

Mick Garratt

Drinking trough in wall

Mick Garratt

Romano-British settlement and associated field system at Waitby Intake

For more info. see Heritagegateway.org.uk. (2018). List Entry Number: 1018064. [online] Available at: Link

[Accessed 26 Jun. 2022].

Mick Garratt

River Eden at Kirkby Stephen

Anthony Parkes

Barn near Stenkrith Bridge

Anthony Parkes

Old railway bridge, Greenriggs

Mick Garratt

Sheep pasture

Kirby Stephen church in the distance.

Mick Garratt

Barn by Broad Ing Sike

Mick Garratt

Croft Street

Mick Garratt

River Eden east of Stenkrith Bridge

The level of the river being very low exposed large areas of the rocky bed, full of holes, with the water flow being in small channels. More usually, most of the exposed rock would be beneath water as in Graham Hogg's image which was made from a similar location - Link .

Trevor Littlewood

Gravestones in Kirkby Stephen cemetery

This section of the cemetery is south of the chapel of rest which is also part of the image. The prominent linear memorial is one to victims of the railway accident on the Settle to Carlisle route which occurred in 1913.

Trevor Littlewood