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Dow Crag

Hill, Mountain in Westmorland Eden

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Dow Crag

Lune Head Stone Circle
Lune Head Stone Circle Credit: Anthony Parkes

Dow Crag is a prominent hill and mountain located in the county of Westmorland, in the Lake District National Park, England. Sitting at an elevation of 778 meters (2,552 feet), it offers breathtaking views and is a popular destination for hikers and climbers.

Formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago, Dow Crag is characterized by its rugged and craggy terrain. The mountain is composed mainly of hard volcanic rock, giving it a distinctive appearance and making it a challenging climb for experienced mountaineers.

The ascent to Dow Crag begins from the village of Coniston, where hikers can follow various routes to reach the summit. One of the most popular routes is via the Old Man of Coniston, a nearby peak often combined with Dow Crag to form a longer and more rewarding hike.

The summit of Dow Crag offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including Coniston Water, the Old Man of Coniston, and the nearby fells and valleys. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the Irish Sea and the Isle of Man.

Dow Crag is also renowned for its rock climbing opportunities, with numerous routes of varying difficulty attracting climbers from all over. The craggy cliffs and vertical rock faces provide a challenging and exhilarating experience for those seeking an adrenaline rush.

With its striking beauty and challenging terrain, Dow Crag is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers looking to explore the stunning landscapes of Westmorland and the Lake District.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.564458/-2.2455387 or Grid Reference NY8418. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lune Head Stone Circle
Lune Head Stone Circle
Old milestone A newer photo of the Brough 5 milestone on the B6276 towards Middleton in Teesdale just over the old border between Westmorland and North Yorkshire but now Cumbria and Co. Durham. The stone is now leaning slightly forwards. The worn legend reads 5 ML/(BROU)GH. The abundance of white lichens shows how clear the air is on this hilly road. The Brough and Middleton turnpike was operative from 1817 to 1873 and this stone will date from that period.
Old milestone
A newer photo of the Brough 5 milestone on the B6276 towards Middleton in Teesdale just over the old border between Westmorland and North Yorkshire but now Cumbria and Co. Durham. The stone is now leaning slightly forwards. The worn legend reads 5 ML/(BROU)GH. The abundance of white lichens shows how clear the air is on this hilly road. The Brough and Middleton turnpike was operative from 1817 to 1873 and this stone will date from that period.
Old milestone Travelling along the B6276 towards Middleton in Teesdale, empty moorland. In the turnpike era no tarmacked surface but the route must have been important enough for trade across the hills.
Old milestone
Travelling along the B6276 towards Middleton in Teesdale, empty moorland. In the turnpike era no tarmacked surface but the route must have been important enough for trade across the hills.
Old Boundary Marker on Stainmore Common Estate Boundary Marker built into a drystone wall 375 metres northwest of the B6276. Inscribed 49. On the boundary of Stainmore parish, Westmorland, now Cumbria, and Lunedale parish, North Riding, now County Durham. Milestone Society National ID: WE_CBDM049em
Old Boundary Marker on Stainmore Common
Estate Boundary Marker built into a drystone wall 375 metres northwest of the B6276. Inscribed 49. On the boundary of Stainmore parish, Westmorland, now Cumbria, and Lunedale parish, North Riding, now County Durham. Milestone Society National ID: WE_CBDM049em
Sheepfold beside Deadman Gill Deadman Gill is crossed by the B6276 as it descends westwards from its high level crossing of the Pennines. This sheepfold - Deadman Gill Fold - is passed there; it was 'renewed' by the artist Andy Goldsworthy as part of his Sheepfolds Project, 1996 - 2002.
Sheepfold beside Deadman Gill
Deadman Gill is crossed by the B6276 as it descends westwards from its high level crossing of the Pennines. This sheepfold - Deadman Gill Fold - is passed there; it was 'renewed' by the artist Andy Goldsworthy as part of his Sheepfolds Project, 1996 - 2002.
Sheepfold by Deadman Gill One of about 50 restored by the artist Andy Goldsworthy in the North Pennines area, as part of a Sheepfolds Project supported by local councils. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2384565">NY8218 : Sheepfold beside Deadman Gill</a>.
Sheepfold by Deadman Gill
One of about 50 restored by the artist Andy Goldsworthy in the North Pennines area, as part of a Sheepfolds Project supported by local councils. See also NY8218 : Sheepfold beside Deadman Gill.
Bridge over Deadman Gill The bridge carries the B6276 Brough-Middleton-in-Teesdale road. The gill's source is in Shot Moss, to the right, and it flows into Swindale Beck, which goes into the River Eden near Brough.
Bridge over Deadman Gill
The bridge carries the B6276 Brough-Middleton-in-Teesdale road. The gill's source is in Shot Moss, to the right, and it flows into Swindale Beck, which goes into the River Eden near Brough.
The road to Middleton-in-Teesdale The B6276 at Deadman Gill Bridge, crossing Stainmore Common.
The road to Middleton-in-Teesdale
The B6276 at Deadman Gill Bridge, crossing Stainmore Common.
Hart Side Bleak moorland with only the plantation on Seavey Rigg drawing the eye.
Hart Side
Bleak moorland with only the plantation on Seavey Rigg drawing the eye.
West Dow Crag An escarpment with a scattering of gritstone boulders and scree at the eastern edge of Iron Band.
West Dow Crag
An escarpment with a scattering of gritstone boulders and scree at the eastern edge of Iron Band.
The curry stool trig mark on Iron Band We haven't seen one of these type of trig marks before but the OS say it's at 561.746m asl which is not the highest point on the hill (563m a little to the east). To the north west is Ley Seat (where we are heading later), overtopped by Little Fell (left) and Mickle Fell. The white stick is a marker for a grit tray for the grouse (it helps them digest their heather diet).
The curry stool trig mark on Iron Band
We haven't seen one of these type of trig marks before but the OS say it's at 561.746m asl which is not the highest point on the hill (563m a little to the east). To the north west is Ley Seat (where we are heading later), overtopped by Little Fell (left) and Mickle Fell. The white stick is a marker for a grit tray for the grouse (it helps them digest their heather diet).
Heading for Iron Band Fairly easy going over rough moorland grass on this side. In 2008 we abandoned an approach from the east due to deep heather and soft snow <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1312180" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1312180">Link</a>
Heading for Iron Band
Fairly easy going over rough moorland grass on this side. In 2008 we abandoned an approach from the east due to deep heather and soft snow Link
Moorland, Mickle Gill
Moorland, Mickle Gill
Dow Crag A collection of gritstone boulders and outcrops possibly less impressive than its Lakeland namesake? The fence is the county boundary (Durham beyond, Cumbria this side)
Dow Crag
A collection of gritstone boulders and outcrops possibly less impressive than its Lakeland namesake? The fence is the county boundary (Durham beyond, Cumbria this side)
Moorland below Dow Crag Just inside County Durham!
Moorland below Dow Crag
Just inside County Durham!
The Cumbria Durham boundary Along the boundary there are regularly placed stones (this is number 40). We are just within Cumbria here (which has much less heather than County Durham) but will temporarily switch to the Durham side to ascend Ley Seat visible ahead. Above and beyond is Mickle Fell which is nowadays the highest point of County Durham but which used to reign supreme in Yorkshire (pre-1974 boundary changes when this would have been Westmorland and Yorkshire).
The Cumbria Durham boundary
Along the boundary there are regularly placed stones (this is number 40). We are just within Cumbria here (which has much less heather than County Durham) but will temporarily switch to the Durham side to ascend Ley Seat visible ahead. Above and beyond is Mickle Fell which is nowadays the highest point of County Durham but which used to reign supreme in Yorkshire (pre-1974 boundary changes when this would have been Westmorland and Yorkshire).
Boundary Shaft, Peaks Moss Sike There are many lead mine workings in this vicinity, mainly to the east in the headwaters of Lunedale. This is a fairly typical bell pit. I found some traces of galena (lead ore) in the spoil.
Boundary Shaft, Peaks Moss Sike
There are many lead mine workings in this vicinity, mainly to the east in the headwaters of Lunedale. This is a fairly typical bell pit. I found some traces of galena (lead ore) in the spoil.
Sheep pen on north side of B6276 The B6276 crosses the Pennines between Lunedale and Brough; close to its highest point lies this pen. A bridleway starts from the road here; its line ascends beside the wall and not by the farm track though few walkers would ignore the easier way.
Sheep pen on north side of B6276
The B6276 crosses the Pennines between Lunedale and Brough; close to its highest point lies this pen. A bridleway starts from the road here; its line ascends beside the wall and not by the farm track though few walkers would ignore the easier way.
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Dow Crag is located at Grid Ref: NY8418 (Lat: 54.564458, Lng: -2.2455387)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Eden

Police Authority: Cumbria

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///slightly.city.shirtless. Near Holwick, Co. Durham

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