Green Slack Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Craven

England

Green Slack Hill

Blea Moor Cottage and Signal Box Buildings at Blea Moor Summit on the Settle and Carlisle Railway, viewed from a passing train.
Blea Moor Cottage and Signal Box Credit: Ian Capper

Green Slack Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the western part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, specifically within the Yorkshire Dales Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Rising to an elevation of approximately 520 meters (1,706 feet), Green Slack Hill is considered one of the higher hills in the region.

The hill is characterized by its rounded summit and gentle slopes, covered with an array of vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered trees. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with vistas extending across vast expanses of rolling hills, moorland, and picturesque valleys. On a clear day, it is even possible to glimpse the distant peaks of the Lake District National Park to the west.

Green Slack Hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, attracting visitors who seek to explore its peaceful and unspoiled landscapes. Several well-maintained footpaths traverse the hill, allowing visitors to enjoy leisurely walks or more challenging hikes, depending on their preferences and fitness levels.

The hill is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, such as curlews and lapwings, as well as occasional sightings of hares and deer. This makes it an attractive spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Overall, Green Slack Hill offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life, providing visitors with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and tranquility of the Yorkshire Dales.

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Green Slack Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.215127/-2.3454643 or Grid Reference SD7779. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blea Moor Cottage and Signal Box Buildings at Blea Moor Summit on the Settle and Carlisle Railway, viewed from a passing train.
Blea Moor Cottage and Signal Box
Buildings at Blea Moor Summit on the Settle and Carlisle Railway, viewed from a passing train.
Blea Moor Signal Box Viewed from a south bound train
Blea Moor Signal Box
Viewed from a south bound train
Passing Far Gearstones The B6255 climbs up the moor from Ribblehead before descending into Widdale.
Passing Far Gearstones
The B6255 climbs up the moor from Ribblehead before descending into Widdale.
At Far Gearstones Fields near the farm buildings, marked out by traditional dry-stone walls.
At Far Gearstones
Fields near the farm buildings, marked out by traditional dry-stone walls.
On Green Slack Hill A sort of a path on the moor near Gearstones.
On Green Slack Hill
A sort of a path on the moor near Gearstones.
From Green Slack Hill This view taken from the edge of the hill shows Far Gearstones on the left and Gearstones Lodge on the right.
From Green Slack Hill
This view taken from the edge of the hill shows Far Gearstones on the left and Gearstones Lodge on the right.
Blea Moor sidings and signal box Viewed from Smithy Hill on the ascent of Whernside.
Blea Moor sidings and signal box
Viewed from Smithy Hill on the ascent of Whernside.
Old milestone The 13 mile section of the route from Burton in Lonsdale to the old West Riding/North Riding boundary was, prior to 1974, in the West Riding but is now  North Yorkshire.   The previous photograph of this stone at the entrance to Far Gearstones Farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044877">SD7880 : Old Milestone by the B6255, Blea Moor Road, Ingleton Parish</a> was actually taken in April 2015 not as stated.   It has been painted since then but rust is once again showing through.   Grade II listed 1132231.
Old milestone
The 13 mile section of the route from Burton in Lonsdale to the old West Riding/North Riding boundary was, prior to 1974, in the West Riding but is now North Yorkshire. The previous photograph of this stone at the entrance to Far Gearstones Farm SD7880 : Old Milestone by the B6255, Blea Moor Road, Ingleton Parish was actually taken in April 2015 not as stated. It has been painted since then but rust is once again showing through. Grade II listed 1132231.
Blea Moor signal box, Settle-Carlisle railway line A very isolated spot, about a kilometre from the nearest road.
Blea Moor signal box, Settle-Carlisle railway line
A very isolated spot, about a kilometre from the nearest road.
Bleamoor signal box
Bleamoor signal box
Blea moor signal box. The Settle to Carlisle line.
Blea moor signal box.
The Settle to Carlisle line.
Plank bridge over Little Dale Beck Not needed on this summer day, and has been subsequently replaced by a permanent footbridge a little upstream. The ex-signalman's house is visible on the right, currently (2023) on sale for a reduced £200,000, with a caveat of needing full refurbishment and, unsurprisingly, has no mains services.
Plank bridge over Little Dale Beck
Not needed on this summer day, and has been subsequently replaced by a permanent footbridge a little upstream. The ex-signalman's house is visible on the right, currently (2023) on sale for a reduced £200,000, with a caveat of needing full refurbishment and, unsurprisingly, has no mains services.
Rivet - Railway Bridge - Blea Moor - Ribblehead Rivet on abutment of railway bridge, Settle to Carlisle line over Blea Moor, Ribblehead
Rivet - Railway Bridge - Blea Moor - Ribblehead
Rivet on abutment of railway bridge, Settle to Carlisle line over Blea Moor, Ribblehead
Railway Bridge - Blea Moor - Ribblehead Rivet on abutment of railway bridge, Settle to Carlisle line over Blea Moor, Ribblehead
Railway Bridge - Blea Moor - Ribblehead
Rivet on abutment of railway bridge, Settle to Carlisle line over Blea Moor, Ribblehead
Signpost and semaphore signal at Bleamoor
Signpost and semaphore signal at Bleamoor
A view over the upper Ribble valley from Park Fell With the cottages at Gauber visible on the right.
A view over the upper Ribble valley from Park Fell
With the cottages at Gauber visible on the right.
Cars parked at Gearstones This road junction at Ribblehead is popular with both visitors to the famous viaduct, and longer distance walkers.
Cars parked at Gearstones
This road junction at Ribblehead is popular with both visitors to the famous viaduct, and longer distance walkers.
Shake Holes at Batty Moss Taken from a train on the embankment approaching Ribblehead viaduct, you can see why this was difficult terrain for railway building. Ingleborough is in the distance.
Shake Holes at Batty Moss
Taken from a train on the embankment approaching Ribblehead viaduct, you can see why this was difficult terrain for railway building. Ingleborough is in the distance.
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Green Slack Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD7779 (Lat: 54.215127, Lng: -2.3454643)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Craven

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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