Lingy Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Lingy Hill

Barn between the trees Close to Raydale Lodge.
Barn between the trees Credit: James Allan

Lingy Hill is a prominent feature located in the North York Moors National Park in Yorkshire, England. Rising to an elevation of 454 meters (1,490 feet), it is categorized as a hill or mountain depending on the definition used.

Situated near the village of Rosedale Abbey, Lingy Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Its position within the national park means it is enveloped by an area of outstanding natural beauty, with rolling hills, deep valleys, and ancient woodlands stretching as far as the eye can see. The hill itself is covered in heather and grasses, creating a patchwork of colors that change with the seasons.

Lingy Hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, who are drawn to its challenging terrain and captivating vistas. There are several walking routes that lead to the summit, catering to different levels of fitness and experience. Along the way, visitors may encounter a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and wildflowers unique to the region.

The hill also holds historical significance, as it was once an important mining site during the Victorian era. Evidence of this industrial past can still be seen in the form of ruins and disused mine shafts scattered across the landscape. These remnants serve as a reminder of the area's rich heritage and the lives of the miners who once toiled here.

In conclusion, Lingy Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating natural landmark that offers breathtaking views, challenging hikes, and a glimpse into the region's industrial past.

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Lingy Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.258716/-2.180979 or Grid Reference SD8884. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn between the trees Close to Raydale Lodge.
Barn between the trees
Close to Raydale Lodge.
Raydale House Now a country house with holiday accommodation, Raydale House is not only reputed to be haunted by "Auld 'opper" but was also the scene of the Raydale Riot, when in 1617 Sir Thomas Metcalfe of Nappa Hall besieged the house with 60 armed men in a dispute with his tenant, William Robinson of Worton.
Raydale House
Now a country house with holiday accommodation, Raydale House is not only reputed to be haunted by "Auld 'opper" but was also the scene of the Raydale Riot, when in 1617 Sir Thomas Metcalfe of Nappa Hall besieged the house with 60 armed men in a dispute with his tenant, William Robinson of Worton.
Descending into Raydale Shooting track dropping down towards Raydale House
Descending into Raydale
Shooting track dropping down towards Raydale House
Cattle Grid above Raydale Beck The elaborate gateposts announce the entrance to Raydale House - although the map marks the road as part of the Queen's Highway.
Cattle Grid above Raydale Beck
The elaborate gateposts announce the entrance to Raydale House - although the map marks the road as part of the Queen's Highway.
Road to Upper Raydale Narrow lane leading up the dale to terminate at Raydale House
Road to Upper Raydale
Narrow lane leading up the dale to terminate at Raydale House
Raydale From close to Raydale House, at the head of the dale
Raydale
From close to Raydale House, at the head of the dale
Jefferey Pot Scar Looking up at Jeffery Pot Scar from a remote camp.
Jefferey Pot Scar
Looking up at Jeffery Pot Scar from a remote camp.
Moorland scene A bleak autumnal scene in Bardale that runs down from the Oughtershaw - Gayle road towards Semerwater.
Moorland scene
A bleak autumnal scene in Bardale that runs down from the Oughtershaw - Gayle road towards Semerwater.
Blind Beck One of the many becks that run down the northern slopes of Bardale to join Bardale Beck, then to join Raydale Beck before flowing into Semerwater as Crook Beck.
Blind Beck
One of the many becks that run down the northern slopes of Bardale to join Bardale Beck, then to join Raydale Beck before flowing into Semerwater as Crook Beck.
A moorland beck in Bardale Cow Stand Gill running down from the northern slopes of Bardale to join Bardale Beck.
A moorland beck in Bardale
Cow Stand Gill running down from the northern slopes of Bardale to join Bardale Beck.
Bardale A typical view of lower Bardale with rough grassland and dry stone walls. The hill in the distance is the intriguingly named Drumaldrace, the highest point on Wether fell.
Bardale
A typical view of lower Bardale with rough grassland and dry stone walls. The hill in the distance is the intriguingly named Drumaldrace, the highest point on Wether fell.
Lower Bardale As Bardale Beck approaches the village of Marsett the landscape takes on a much gentler appearance from the bleakness of the upper reaches of the dale.
Lower Bardale
As Bardale Beck approaches the village of Marsett the landscape takes on a much gentler appearance from the bleakness of the upper reaches of the dale.
Bleak Moorland Scene This lone tree stands by a gate on the track down Bardale
Bleak Moorland Scene
This lone tree stands by a gate on the track down Bardale
Waterfall on Bardale Beck As the beck approaches the lower end of its course it drops down over a number of natural stone steps and through a very narrow gorge like a mini version of the Strid near Bolton Abbey.
Waterfall on Bardale Beck
As the beck approaches the lower end of its course it drops down over a number of natural stone steps and through a very narrow gorge like a mini version of the Strid near Bolton Abbey.
Forest Track in Raydale. Looking ESE from Long Lock Gill.
Forest Track in Raydale.
Looking ESE from Long Lock Gill.
Fence across the Hillside. This fence runs from the forestry near Oughtershaw Gill to what's left of Wolside Plantation.
Fence across the Hillside.
This fence runs from the forestry near Oughtershaw Gill to what's left of Wolside Plantation.
Wolside plantation. Or what's left of it.  Still marked on the map, but long since harvested.
Wolside plantation.
Or what's left of it. Still marked on the map, but long since harvested.
Dead Trees in the Mist. The remnants of Wolside Plantation.
Dead Trees in the Mist.
The remnants of Wolside Plantation.
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Lingy Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD8884 (Lat: 54.258716, Lng: -2.180979)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

What 3 Words

///steered.distilled.slipped. Near Settle, North Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 54.258716,-2.180979
Cock Lake Side
Is In Country Code: GB
Is In County: North Yorkshire
Is In Municipality: Richmondshire
Natural: fell
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 54.2589403/-2.1771587
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