Silver Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Silver Hill

East Gill from south of Long Gill The rather indistinct and intermittent quad bike tracks that form the only guide to the easiest route on the east bank of East Gill have just made a rather precarious and boggy crossing of Long Gill and ascended back onto firm ground. This pile of stones (it hardly qualifies as a cairn) commands a view over East Gill as it cuts down on its way to join the River Swale down a series of waterfalls into the Keld Gorge. — East Gill from south of Long Gill Credit: Andy Waddington

Silver Hill is a prominent natural landmark located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, the hill is renowned for its breathtaking views and diverse geographical features. Rising to an elevation of approximately 500 meters above sea level, it is considered one of the highest points in the region.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive silver-gray appearance, owing to the presence of exposed limestone rocks on its slopes. These rocks contribute to the unique charm of the landscape, creating a shimmering effect when reflecting sunlight. The summit of Silver Hill offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, providing visitors with a stunning backdrop of rolling hills, lush green valleys, and sparkling rivers.

The area surrounding Silver Hill is rich in biodiversity, hosting a variety of plant and animal species. The hill supports a diverse range of flora, including heather, mosses, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors during the blooming seasons. As for wildlife, it is not uncommon to spot birds of prey soaring above, such as kestrels and buzzards.

Silver Hill attracts outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers from far and wide, offering numerous walking trails and hiking routes that cater to all levels of experience. The hill serves as an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility, adventure, or simply a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.

In conclusion, Silver Hill in Yorkshire stands as a remarkable natural wonder, with its shimmering limestone rocks, breathtaking views, and abundant wildlife. It is a cherished gem of the region, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty and serenity of the Yorkshire countryside.

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Silver Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.409367/-2.1754338 or Grid Reference NY8801. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East Gill from south of Long Gill

The rather indistinct and intermittent quad bike tracks that form the only guide to the easiest route on the east bank of East Gill have just made a rather precarious and boggy crossing of Long Gill and ascended back onto firm ground. This pile of stones (it hardly qualifies as a cairn) commands a view over East Gill as it cuts down on its way to join the River Swale down a series of waterfalls into the Keld Gorge.

Andy Waddington

Lead mining scars at Beldi Hill

Remarkably invisible from the popular public bridleway along the Swale left bank in Keld Gorge just a quarter kilometre to the south, the Beldi Hill workings have left a huge scar. A large chunk has been washed out of Hall Edge by hushing (a crude but effective form of hydraulic mining) over a long period, with the ore being transported to facilities downhill and to the east for smelting into lead.

Andy Waddington

The Pennine Way above Rukin Wood

Chris Holifield

Ruined barn above West Wood

Chris Holifield

Remains of tractor

The rusting remains of a tractor.

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Road to Keld village

David Brown

Barns and walls, West Stonesdale

The beautiful stone built barns so typical of the dales.

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Wriggly track near Keld

The track wriggles its way down the hill and up the other side.

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Track, Stonesdale

The track acts as a bridleway which takes riders and walkers to join the Pennine Way.

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Fields and barns in Stonesdale

The fields are bound with drystone walls. Drystone walls are built without mortar, and their stability – they can stand for 200 years – is due to the skill of the craftsmen who place rough boulders and angular stones together. Many drystone walls were constructed as part of the enclosure of open grazing. They were especially useful in areas too exposed for hedgerows to survive and where stones were readily available. Most drystone walls are wider at the base than at the crown, and are often capped with coping stones. A typical wall has two outer layers of large, flattish stones enclosing an inner ‘heart’ of smaller, rounder stones. Often it is reinforced with ‘through bands’ of even larger, flat stones which can also be used as stiles. The very dryness of a wall makes it more likely to endure wind and frost and to act as shelter for livestock as well as a boundary.

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River Swale from Park Bridge

The River Swale is the northernmost tributary of the Yorkshire Ouse with its headwaters located in the eastern Yorkshire Dales, from where it flows in an easterly direction towards Richmond.

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River Swale from Park Bridge

The name Swale in Old English means 'swilling and fast flowing'. It certainly is when viewed from Park Bridge.

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Methodist Chapel, Keld

The chapel dates from 1841 and is a sad sight now that it is boarded up.

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Date stone, Keld Methodist Chapel

For a wider view of the chapel NY8900 : Methodist Chapel, Keld

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Village scene, Keld

A K6 telephone box stands beside the narrow road that passes the main part of the village. In 1935, the Post Office commissioned a new kiosk from Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to celebrate the Jubilee of King George V. The K6 Jubilee Kiosk, as it is known, was similar to the K2 box, being made of cast iron and painted red but was 25% lighter in weight. By the end of the 1930s there were 20,000 K6 telephone boxes in use all over the UK.

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