Blacko Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Pendle

England

Blacko Hill

Moorcock Inn Located on a bend on the A682, this popular country pub dates from the 18th century. It is seen here in 1996 when it was a Thwaites house. — Moorcock Inn Credit: Stephen McKay

Blacko Hill is a prominent hill located in the Pendle district of Yorkshire, England. Standing at an elevation of 1,312 feet (400 meters), it is regarded as one of the highest points in the area, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated in the Pennine Hills, Blacko Hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. The hill is known for its distinctive conical shape, making it easily recognizable from afar. Its slopes are predominantly covered in heather and grass, creating a picturesque landscape that changes with the seasons.

At the summit of Blacko Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking vistas that stretch across the Ribble Valley, Pendle Hill, and the Forest of Bowland. On a clear day, it is even possible to see as far as the Yorkshire Dales and the Lancashire coastline. Many visitors choose to bring a picnic and enjoy the uninterrupted views from the hilltop.

The area surrounding Blacko Hill is steeped in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back thousands of years. Ancient burial sites and stone circles can be found in the vicinity, adding an archaeological interest to the hill. Additionally, Blacko Tower, a prominent local landmark, sits at the foot of the hill and adds to its charm.

Overall, Blacko Hill is a captivating natural feature of Yorkshire, offering a tranquil escape for those seeking a connection with nature and a stunning vantage point to appreciate the beauty of the region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.875781/-2.2148648 or Grid Reference SD8542. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorcock Inn Located on a bend on the A682, this popular country pub dates from the 18th century. It is seen here in 1996 when it was a Thwaites house.

Moorcock Inn

Located on a bend on the A682, this popular country pub dates from the 18th century. It is seen here in 1996 when it was a Thwaites house.

Caspers Fold, Francis Avenue, Higherford The house bears a datestone of 2000.

Caspers Fold, Francis Avenue, Higherford

The house bears a datestone of 2000.

Defibrillator on the corner of Francis Avenue These devices are normally found on the wall of public buildings, but here is one on a post by the street in an area of housing.

Defibrillator on the corner of Francis Avenue

These devices are normally found on the wall of public buildings, but here is one on a post by the street in an area of housing.

Bus shelter and old phone box Located at the junction of Barnoldswick Road and Gisburn Road in Higherford. The phone box appears disused. Street furniture here also includes a grit bin and litter bin.

Bus shelter and old phone box

Located at the junction of Barnoldswick Road and Gisburn Road in Higherford. The phone box appears disused. Street furniture here also includes a grit bin and litter bin.

Road sign in Higherford Located at the junction of Barnoldswick Road and Gisburn Road; the sign also points to Nelson in the opposite direction. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD8640

Road sign in Higherford

Located at the junction of Barnoldswick Road and Gisburn Road; the sign also points to Nelson in the opposite direction. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD8640

The Cross Gaits, Blacko The grade II listed pub (list entry 1273141) dates probably from the 18th century, and was highly commended by another contributor <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1732505">SD8641 : Blacko, Lancashire: The 'Cross Gaits'</a> but alas it was closed on a Monday. Not long after my visit I saw a media report that the pub was to be closed and put up for sale in 2023.

The Cross Gaits, Blacko

The grade II listed pub (list entry 1273141) dates probably from the 18th century, and was highly commended by another contributor SD8641 : Blacko, Lancashire: The 'Cross Gaits' but alas it was closed on a Monday. Not long after my visit I saw a media report that the pub was to be closed and put up for sale in 2023.

The Cross Gaits, Blacko - detail See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7361395">SD8641 : The Cross Gaits, Blacko</a> for context. The stone tablet is dated 1736 and bears the odd inscription &#039;good ale to morrow for nothing&#039;, which could perhaps mean that beer once poured will go off by the next day, or that the pleasures of a night out are forgotten with the morning&#039;s hangover.

The Cross Gaits, Blacko - detail

See SD8641 : The Cross Gaits, Blacko for context. The stone tablet is dated 1736 and bears the odd inscription 'good ale to morrow for nothing', which could perhaps mean that beer once poured will go off by the next day, or that the pleasures of a night out are forgotten with the morning's hangover.

Layby opposite the Cross Gaits pub The pub also has its own car park round the back. For a close-up of the old roadsign see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6687438">SD8641 : Direction Sign &ndash; Signpost on Barnoldswick Road</a>. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD8641

Layby opposite the Cross Gaits pub

The pub also has its own car park round the back. For a close-up of the old roadsign see SD8641 : Direction Sign – Signpost on Barnoldswick Road. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD8641

Beverley Road on a frosty morning The hoar frost brings out the winter form of the trees.

Beverley Road on a frosty morning

The hoar frost brings out the winter form of the trees.

Entering Blacko from the east A welcome sign on Beverley Road.

Entering Blacko from the east

A welcome sign on Beverley Road.

Playground on Beverley Road, Blacko

Playground on Beverley Road, Blacko

Blacko and white The village hardly lives up to its name on a frosty day like this, with pampas grass in the recreation ground and trees in the allotments beyond covered in hoar frost.

Blacko and white

The village hardly lives up to its name on a frosty day like this, with pampas grass in the recreation ground and trees in the allotments beyond covered in hoar frost.

Rear of Blacko primary school See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4125291">SD8541 : Blacko School</a> for the front of the school building. This rear view on Beverley Road is of interest mainly to show the community defibrillator.

Rear of Blacko primary school

See SD8541 : Blacko School for the front of the school building. This rear view on Beverley Road is of interest mainly to show the community defibrillator.

Roadsign in the centre of Blacko At the junction of Gisburn Road and Beverley Road. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6679534">SD8541 : Direction Sign &ndash; Signpost in Blacko</a> for a close look. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD8541B.

Roadsign in the centre of Blacko

At the junction of Gisburn Road and Beverley Road. See SD8541 : Direction Sign – Signpost in Blacko for a close look. Milestone Society National ID: LA_SD8541B.

Blacko Evangelical Chapel Formerly Ebenezer Methodist Chapel <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4455395">SD8541 : Blacko: Ebenezer Chapel</a>.

Blacko Evangelical Chapel

Formerly Ebenezer Methodist Chapel SD8541 : Blacko: Ebenezer Chapel.

Blacko war memorial Close to the chapel, designed by Thomas Arthur Darcy Braddell and erected in 1921. The flagpole was added in 2014 to mark the centenary of the Great War. The memorial was listed grade II in 2018 (list entry 1452765) where a detailed description is given.

Blacko war memorial

Close to the chapel, designed by Thomas Arthur Darcy Braddell and erected in 1921. The flagpole was added in 2014 to mark the centenary of the Great War. The memorial was listed grade II in 2018 (list entry 1452765) where a detailed description is given.

Postbox, Gisburn road, Blacko This is a modern box on a metal pole, but its location, as so often, appears to be dictated by the fact that there used to be a post office just a few metres down the road (now a private house).

Postbox, Gisburn road, Blacko

This is a modern box on a metal pole, but its location, as so often, appears to be dictated by the fact that there used to be a post office just a few metres down the road (now a private house).

Footpath towards Blacko Hill The path appears to be heading to the tower, but actually only goes to the top of this field then joins another path running along the hillside. There is no public access to the tower itself.

Footpath towards Blacko Hill

The path appears to be heading to the tower, but actually only goes to the top of this field then joins another path running along the hillside. There is no public access to the tower itself.

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Blacko Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD8542 (Lat: 53.875781, Lng: -2.2148648)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Pendle

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 53.875781,-2.2148648

Man Made: tower

Lat/Long: 53.8757728/-2.2150294

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 53.8726956/-2.2158051

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