Burnt Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Burnt Hill

Round Hill The summit cairn of Round Hill on the bleak moorland North of Ravenseat in North Yorkshire.
Round Hill Credit: Colin Gregory

Burnt Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the North York Moors National Park, it forms part of the stunning landscape that characterizes this region. The hill is known for its distinctive burnt appearance, which is the result of a controlled heather burning practice common in this area. This technique helps to rejuvenate the moorland and promote new growth.

Standing at an elevation of approximately 1,300 feet (396 meters), Burnt Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, visitors can enjoy vistas that stretch for miles, encompassing rolling hills, dense woodlands, and picturesque valleys. The hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers seeking to capture the beauty of the Yorkshire countryside.

The summit of Burnt Hill is easily accessible via well-maintained footpaths, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including native bird species such as grouse and pheasants. Additionally, it supports a diverse range of plant life, including heather, bracken, and bilberry.

Due to its location within the North York Moors National Park, Burnt Hill is subject to conservation efforts aimed at preserving its natural beauty and protecting its unique ecosystem. Visitors are encouraged to follow designated trails and adhere to the park's guidelines to ensure the continued well-being of the hill and its surroundings.

Overall, Burnt Hill in Yorkshire offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors, providing an unforgettable experience for those seeking natural beauty and tranquility.

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Burnt Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.438294/-2.2302593 or Grid Reference NY8504. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Round Hill The summit cairn of Round Hill on the bleak moorland North of Ravenseat in North Yorkshire.
Round Hill
The summit cairn of Round Hill on the bleak moorland North of Ravenseat in North Yorkshire.
Backstone Castle Backstone Castle is a rocky outcrop above Backstone Beck. The elaborate name might lead unwary walkers to believe they are heading for some ancient historical site. In reality it is merely a distraction in a vast and bleak moorland setting.
Backstone Castle
Backstone Castle is a rocky outcrop above Backstone Beck. The elaborate name might lead unwary walkers to believe they are heading for some ancient historical site. In reality it is merely a distraction in a vast and bleak moorland setting.
Ravenseat farm. Along the Coast to Coast walk.
Ravenseat farm.
Along the Coast to Coast walk.
Ford at Ravenseat This ford on the Whitsundale Beck is found at Ravenseat in Swaledale. The farm featured in "The Dales" television series and lies on the Coast to Coast footpath.

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Ford at Ravenseat
This ford on the Whitsundale Beck is found at Ravenseat in Swaledale. The farm featured in "The Dales" television series and lies on the Coast to Coast footpath. LinkExternal link
Whitsundale Beck put-in at Ravenseat Being at the end of a dead-end road fairly well out of the way, the farmer at Ravenseat quite possibly finds it bizarre how many "tourist" cars get parked here in truly miserable weather, if only for a short while whilst boats are unloaded. His children certainly seemed puzzled by what we were going to do when we got to the waterfall on Whitsundale Beck. However, by the standards of obscure spate becks, Whitsundale is quite popular as it doesn't take too much rain to bring it into condition and it has the distinction of being featured in the Canoe and Kayak Guide to Northwest England. As it is also a tributary to the popular local test-piece, the Keld gorge of the Upper Swale, it is a very good warm up and alternative starting point for the latter river. This photo was taken on a day when we'd not only had plenty of rain (the Swale was at a chunky 1.2m on the Park Bridge EA gauge), but it was still falling, accompanied by a bitter wind across the moors. Great weather for ducks - and paddlers !
Whitsundale Beck put-in at Ravenseat
Being at the end of a dead-end road fairly well out of the way, the farmer at Ravenseat quite possibly finds it bizarre how many "tourist" cars get parked here in truly miserable weather, if only for a short while whilst boats are unloaded. His children certainly seemed puzzled by what we were going to do when we got to the waterfall on Whitsundale Beck. However, by the standards of obscure spate becks, Whitsundale is quite popular as it doesn't take too much rain to bring it into condition and it has the distinction of being featured in the Canoe and Kayak Guide to Northwest England. As it is also a tributary to the popular local test-piece, the Keld gorge of the Upper Swale, it is a very good warm up and alternative starting point for the latter river. This photo was taken on a day when we'd not only had plenty of rain (the Swale was at a chunky 1.2m on the Park Bridge EA gauge), but it was still falling, accompanied by a bitter wind across the moors. Great weather for ducks - and paddlers !
Waterfall, Graining Scar Heavy rain turns a mere trickle into a spectacular sight at the water plunges 40 ft over Graining Scar.
Waterfall, Graining Scar
Heavy rain turns a mere trickle into a spectacular sight at the water plunges 40 ft over Graining Scar.
Waterfall Graining Scars A spectacular sight after wet weather this fall drops 30 ft over Graining Scars.
Waterfall Graining Scars
A spectacular sight after wet weather this fall drops 30 ft over Graining Scars.
Ravenseat Farm
Ravenseat Farm
Friar Side
Friar Side
Small Re-entrant between Well Gill and Yard Gill
Small Re-entrant between Well Gill and Yard Gill
Sheepfold, Ney Gill
Sheepfold, Ney Gill
Alderson Seat On Ravenseat Moor.
Alderson Seat
On Ravenseat Moor.
Ravenseat, Whitsun Dale
Ravenseat, Whitsun Dale
High Force Hoods Bottom Beck.
High Force
Hoods Bottom Beck.
Hoods Bottom Beck A fine example of a meandering stream.
Hoods Bottom Beck
A fine example of a meandering stream.
Sheepfold, Ravenseat Moor Showing a large landslip named on the map as Hey Combe.
Sheepfold, Ravenseat Moor
Showing a large landslip named on the map as Hey Combe.
Sheepfold, Ravenseat Moor In the distance are the dramatic waterfalls at Graining Scars.
Sheepfold, Ravenseat Moor
In the distance are the dramatic waterfalls at Graining Scars.
Cairn on Ravenseat Moor Wandering NW from the path which descends from Robert's seat towards Ravenseat (to ensure a photograph fully in the gridsquare) the moor becomes rather featureless, but is suddenly punctuated by this cairn which has no obvious purpose, but a lack of lichen suggests a fairly recent construction. The view looks across Lodge Gill towards the more deeply incised valley of Hoods Bottom Beck.
Cairn on Ravenseat Moor
Wandering NW from the path which descends from Robert's seat towards Ravenseat (to ensure a photograph fully in the gridsquare) the moor becomes rather featureless, but is suddenly punctuated by this cairn which has no obvious purpose, but a lack of lichen suggests a fairly recent construction. The view looks across Lodge Gill towards the more deeply incised valley of Hoods Bottom Beck.
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Burnt Hill is located at Grid Ref: NY8504 (Lat: 54.438294, Lng: -2.2302593)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Ele: 573
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Burnt Hill
Ele: 561
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.4383811/-2.2308659
Slatepit Moss
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.4374212/-2.223178
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