Whinny Hill

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland Eden

England

Whinny Hill

Hillside Farm, Wharton It looks too neat and tidy to be a working farm, and indeed it seems the former farmhouse is now available as a self-catering holiday let. — Hillside Farm, Wharton Credit: Stephen Craven

Whinny Hill, located in the county of Westmorland, is a prominent hill/mountain that stands tall amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District National Park in northwest England. With an elevation of approximately 600 meters (1,970 feet), it offers magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Whinny Hill is characterized by its gentle slopes, covered in a rich tapestry of green meadows, scattered with limestone outcrops, and adorned with vibrant wildflowers during the summer months. It is situated in close proximity to the charming village of Sedbergh, which adds to its appeal for both locals and tourists alike.

The hill/mountain is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts who seek to explore the natural beauty of the Lake District. Its well-maintained footpaths and trails make it accessible and inviting for visitors of all abilities. As one ascends Whinny Hill, they are treated to breathtaking vistas of rolling hills, serene valleys, and glittering water bodies, such as the nearby River Lune.

The summit of Whinny Hill offers an awe-inspiring panorama, allowing visitors to observe the splendor of the surrounding fells, including the famous Howgill Fells, the Yorkshire Dales, and even glimpses of the distant Lakeland peaks. On clear days, it is said that the visibility from the summit stretches as far as the coast, providing a truly remarkable experience.

In conclusion, Whinny Hill is a magnificent hill/mountain in Westmorland, offering stunning views, ample hiking opportunities, and a chance to immerse oneself in the natural wonders of the Lake District National Park.

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Whinny Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.455649/-2.3617399 or Grid Reference NY7606. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hillside Farm, Wharton

It looks too neat and tidy to be a working farm, and indeed it seems the former farmhouse is now available as a self-catering holiday let.

Stephen Craven

Highmore Hill from the railway

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

Stephen Craven

Lady Anneâs Way Ford

This minor ford is found on the Lady Anne’s Way

John Walton

Ford on the River Eden

This ford is found on the River Eden just below Bollam Bridge.

John Walton

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

Hill to Bullgill

Mick Garratt

Access to Low House

Mick Garratt

Dry valley above the Eden

Although shown on the map as having a stream which issues just out of sight in this view, it is clear that it flows very rarely as the bed is almost completely grassed over with just the occasional scoured out patch. The underlying rock is the Ash Fell Limestone, although mostly obscured by glacial till in this area. The water must usually escape its underground course through the limestone in springs lower down, only flowing in this valley when flows become sufficient to overwhelm the normal outlets and activate a flood spring at the head of the valley.

Andy Waddington

Field south of Wharton Hall

Wharton Hall, now a substantial farm, sits atop a small rise on the west bank of the River Eden with this field sloping down to a small tributary stream. One gets the impression that the public rights of way are somewhat resented with some confusing signage which no doubt contributes to the problem of visitors ending up where they are not wanted. A prominent "Public right of way" sign is coloured and styled in an exactly similar way to some nearby "No right of way" signs, whilst conflicting with a more conventional but less visible yellow bridleway marker which appears to direct walkers (and riders, for that matter) straight into the private entrance (older 1:50000 maps seem to indicate that it dod go this way at one time). I was fortunate to be just at my turning round point on this walk and looking for the way which led west, so had the large scale map in my hand. If I'd been continuing north I would undoubtedly have tried to walk through the very bit where there is no right of way.

Andy Waddington

Bridleway approaching Wharton Hall

From the minor road at Bullgill, the bridleway heads north towards Kirkby Stephen and becomes a substantial track as it approaches Wharton Hall below Gallows Hill to the left. Soon after passing through the gate, a branch turns right, then right again, to head back south to Lammerside Castle. Coming in this direction, the signage is not particularly helpful, but at least doesn't seem to be actively confusing. The 1:50000 map shows a bridleway where the 1:25000 map doesn't (this may simply be down to the ages of the maps I was using) and where signs indicate that there is no right of way. Clear signposting of where the rights of way actually do go is always more useful than the typical "keep out, you've gone the wrong way, shake a six to restart" that seems to be favoured by some landowners who seem intent on making their own problems worse. Most of us don't want to walk through your private curtilage but if maps in circulation are out of date, you need to tell us politely where we should now go.

Andy Waddington

Bridleway to Bullgill

Heading south past Wharton Hall, the bridleway is faint through open fields, but reaches two gates, the left one of which is marked with an inconspicuous (but adequate) bridleway marker which leads to this old lane, which was clearly walled both sides at one time. The eastern wall has fallen into total ruin but the bridleway is still unmistakeable even in the last few minutes of daylight on a walk that took longer than it should (I blame the dog).

Andy Waddington

Sheep Pasture with Ancient Furrow Marks

Anthony Parkes

Sheep Feeding South of Nateby

Anthony Parkes

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