Red Gill Moss

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Red Gill Moss

Farm and estate route in Baldersdale A bridleway runs along the slope between the River Balder and the minor feature of Mill Rigg. The route seen here looking eastwards is not quite on the line of the bridleway as shown on OS maps; that would be a short way to the right in the image. The River Balder lies in the shadowed trough to the right and the distant raised block of land above it is Shacklesborough. — Farm and estate route in Baldersdale Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Red Gill Moss is a picturesque hill located in Yorkshire, England. Standing at an elevation of approximately 500 meters, it is a prominent feature of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The hill is nestled amidst a stunning landscape, surrounded by rolling hills, lush green meadows, and charming villages.

Red Gill Moss is known for its rugged and wild beauty, attracting both nature enthusiasts and hikers. Its terrain is characterized by steep slopes covered in heather and moss, giving it a distinct red hue, from which it derives its name. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, rabbits, and even deer, making it a haven for nature lovers and photographers.

Visitors to Red Gill Moss can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from its summit. On clear days, one can see for miles, taking in the expansive valleys and distant peaks. The hill also offers various walking trails, ranging from leisurely strolls to more challenging hikes, catering to all levels of fitness.

Red Gill Moss is not only a natural gem but also has historical significance. Remnants of ancient settlements, such as stone circles and burial mounds, can be found in the vicinity, adding an air of mystery and intrigue to the area.

Overall, Red Gill Moss is a captivating hill in Yorkshire, offering a combination of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and a glimpse into the region's rich past. It is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility, adventure, and a connection with nature.

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Red Gill Moss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.537198/-2.1985311 or Grid Reference NY8715. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farm and estate route in Baldersdale

A bridleway runs along the slope between the River Balder and the minor feature of Mill Rigg. The route seen here looking eastwards is not quite on the line of the bridleway as shown on OS maps; that would be a short way to the right in the image. The River Balder lies in the shadowed trough to the right and the distant raised block of land above it is Shacklesborough.

Trevor Littlewood

Slope descending to Balder Beck

The Balder Beck which flows in the obvious shadowed channel becomes the River Balder once the water of several tributaries has beed added to it. The sunlit feature on the skyline is Shacklesborough.

Trevor Littlewood

Boundary stone B10 on Round Hill

The boundary stone lies on the old Westmorland/Yorkshire boundary and now is on the Cumbria/County Durham boundary. The stone is one of a series, every stone being cut with its own number; not all remain visible but most are though they might be toppled or partly sunken into the ground. Most stones have just their deeply cut number to show but the stone on Round Hill has a capital B too - its significance is not known.

Trevor Littlewood

Boundary stone beside fence line

The boundary stone lies on the old Westmorland/Yorkshire boundary and now is on the Cumbria/County Durham boundary. The stone is one of a series, every stone being cut with its own number; not all remain visible but most are though they might be toppled or partly sunken into the ground.The view is along the fence line to the north with Cumbria (Westmorland) on its left side.

Trevor Littlewood

Upper reaches of Red Gill

Red Gill is one of numerous streams draining the desolate, boggy moorland north of the Stainmore Gap; eventually its waters reach the River Balder.

Trevor Littlewood

Slope descending to Great Ay Gill

Great Ay Gill drains an area of boggy moorland into which it is incised; its waters soon reach the River Balder, itself a tributary of the River Tees. The wooden pole across the stream has a trap fixed upon it, there to catch a stoat or weasel.

Trevor Littlewood

Fence with gate on Pind Hill

Pind Hill is a minor feature in the desolation of the moorland along the Cumbria/County Durham boundary; the fence line now marks that boundary which was previously the Westmorland/Yorkshire boundary. The boundary stone standing close to the gate is numbered C16 and is one of a series, every stone being cut with its own number; not all remain visible but most are though they might be toppled or partly sunken into the ground. Most stones have just their deeply cut number to show but the stone on Pind Hill has a capital C too - its significance is not known. See also Link

Trevor Littlewood

Trig point of Great Knipe

Great Knipe overlooks the A66 and slopes fall steeply to the south (just beyond the trig point) over a crag rim towards that road; to the north lies desolate moorland. Rogan's Seat in the Yorkshire Dales is the large hill behind the pillar.

Trevor Littlewood

Peat banks on Black Tewthwaite

Black Tewthwaite is a moorland knoll adjacent to Great Knipe, north of the A66; the wall in the image is seen heading east across the high point. The building block perched on top of the foreground peat bank is in use as a container for grit used in the management of red grouse.

Trevor Littlewood

Wooden building at Rise Gill Foot

Large scale OS maps mark this building and name it as a 'Lodge'. It's at the end of a road that has approached from Baldersdale through the valley of the Hunder Beck and must obviously be connected with estate management and particularly with grouse shooting. And so the naming of the building as a lodge, as if it's used as a place for lunch during shoots. The doors to the building were unlocked: there were seats inside but also four extremely large tractor wheels, two of them with planking laid across them to act as tables. The fence coincides closely, (but not exactly), with the Cumbria / County Durham boundary.

Trevor Littlewood

Shooters' cars at Yard Sike

The track climbs up across CROW Access Land past Yard Sike to reach a shooting hut at the wall corner. I'd planned following the track up onto Great Knipe, but a succession of vehicles heading up that track, and several more here indicated that lead would be flying around and a random walker with a dog might be somewhat unwelcome in that direction, if not actually at risk of mortal wounds. The folk here seemed entirely at ease with our presence at this point, and we headed more to the east to avoid conflict (there are squares everywhere, always more to grab).

Andy Waddington

Faint track over Nine Holes

From the shooting hut at Yard Sike, much fainter tracks leads north east to serve a number of lines of grouse butts. By this point, nearing the edge of one estate, the one we followed was getting quite faint and a little damp underfoot. The ruts terminate just short of the boundary fence, but a path continues to the fenceline where a much more substantial track comes up from the other side near Balderhead reservoir.

Andy Waddington

Dodd Sike

Seen from an estate track made of plastic matting held down by steel staples connecting two more substantial estate tracks, the view looks down the very boggy Dodd Sike towards the distinctive summit of Shacklesborough in the distance. Not a very frequented location - there seemed to be very few grouse about this autumn so either they've been shot out already or this is one of those areas where grouse numbers have proved too low for economic shooting this year, so perhaps only geographers seeking points come here.

Andy Waddington

Plastic track on Great Dodd

A shooting hut near the top of Great Aygill Sike in the large area of CROW Access Land between Stainmore and the Upper Teesdale reservoirs, is most often reached by a track from the north (a branch off a bigger estate road roughly following the line of Balder Beck and the River Balder on its left bank). However, it can also be reached by this recently added plastic matting track leaving another estate road near Rise Gill Foot to the south, our route to reach this point today, starting from the A66 to the southwest.

Andy Waddington

Off-piste on Hunder Hill

A location probably only visited by the gamekeeper (there are faint quad bike tracks), a few beaters and dedicated geographers in pursuit of hectad completions. Although this area is named Hunder Hill, it is really only a barely-perceptible rise in a large area of fairly flat (and therefore boggy) moorland, so even the keen will only venture as far from the beaten path (NY8816 : Plastic track on Great Dodd) as is necessary to enter and record the square.

Andy Waddington

Old Boundary Marker on Stainmore Common

Estate Boundary Marker on Round Hill, Stainmore Common, beside a wire fence. On the boundary of Stainmore parish, Westmorland, now Cumbria, and Hunderthwaite parish, North Riding, now County Durham. Inscribed B / 10. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: WE_CBDM010em

Mike Rayner

Old Boundary Marker on Stainmore Common

Estate Boundary Marker on Stainmore Common, beside a wire fence 740 metres south of Pind Hill. On the boundary of Stainmore parish, Westmorland, now Cumbria, and Hunderthwaite parish, North Riding, now County Durham. Inscribed 11. Milestone Society National ID: WE_CBDM011em

Mike Rayner

Old Boundary Marker on Stainmore Common

Fallen Estate Boundary Marker on Stainmore Common, beside a wire fence 550 metres south of Pind Hill. On the boundary of Stainmore parish, Westmorland, now Cumbria, and Hunderthwaite parish, North Riding, now County Durham. Inscribed 12. Milestone Society National ID: WE_CBDM012em

Mike Rayner

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Red Gill Moss is located at Grid Ref: NY8715 (Lat: 54.537198, Lng: -2.1985311)

Division: North Riding

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham