Scotland Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Scotland Hill

The Pennine Way near Old Bess Hill
The Pennine Way near Old Bess Hill Credit: Dave Kelly

Scotland Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the region known as Yorkshire Dales, Scotland Hill is a rugged and picturesque hill with an elevation of approximately 200 meters above sea level. It is part of the Pennines, a range of hills and mountains that runs through the center of England.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive shape, with a steep and rocky summit that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Its slopes are covered in heather and grass, giving the hill a vibrant green color during the warmer months. The terrain is challenging, making it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a rewarding climb.

Scotland Hill is also known for its rich history and cultural significance. It is believed to have derived its name from the Scottish soldiers who passed through the area during the Jacobite Rebellion in the 18th century. The hill has been the site of several archaeological discoveries, including ancient burial mounds and remnants of Bronze Age settlements.

The hill is surrounded by a diverse ecosystem, with a variety of wildlife and plant species calling it home. Visitors may encounter birds of prey, such as kestrels and buzzards, as well as grazing sheep and wild rabbits. The area is also renowned for its unique flora, including rare orchids and wildflowers.

Overall, Scotland Hill stands as a prominent landmark in the Yorkshire Dales, offering visitors a chance to explore its natural beauty and delve into its rich history.

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Scotland Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.847913/-2.0143271 or Grid Reference SD9939. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Pennine Way near Old Bess Hill
The Pennine Way near Old Bess Hill
The Pennine Way near Thornton Hill
The Pennine Way near Thornton Hill
View from the Pennine Way on Thornton Hill
View from the Pennine Way on Thornton Hill
The Pennine Way near Crag Bottom
The Pennine Way near Crag Bottom
The Pennine Way near Dean Clough
The Pennine Way near Dean Clough
The Pennine Way near Whitestone Clough
The Pennine Way near Whitestone Clough
The Pennine Way near Ponden Hall
The Pennine Way near Ponden Hall
Crag Bottom Road passes Moor Lodge Farm
Crag Bottom Road passes Moor Lodge Farm
New Laithe Road heading to Haworth
New Laithe Road heading to Haworth
New Laithe Road heading to Haworth
New Laithe Road heading to Haworth
Scar Top Road passes Ponden Reservoir
Scar Top Road passes Ponden Reservoir
Scar Top Road passes Ponden Reservoir
Scar Top Road passes Ponden Reservoir
Scar Top Road heading to Haworth
Scar Top Road heading to Haworth
Valve Tower at Ponden Reservoir
Valve Tower at Ponden Reservoir
Scar Top Church Above Ponden Reservoir spillway & tanks
Scar Top Church
Above Ponden Reservoir spillway & tanks
Valve chamber on Keighley Moor I'm presuming this is a valve chamber on a water main, most likely a raw water supply from Keighley Moor Reservoir. The reservoir was originally built by the Duke of Devonshire to supply water to mills down Newsholme Dean, so the original pipeline would have headed this way. But the reservoir now supplies water into public supply via Oldfield treatment works to the south-east (source: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.keighleynews.co.uk/news/18905714.memory-lane-keighley-reservoir-answer-mills-drought-threat/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.keighleynews.co.uk/news/18905714.memory-lane-keighley-reservoir-answer-mills-drought-threat/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ). In which case, this original pipeline may be redundant.

A note on access: there is no public footpath through this field, but as the official route along the walled track was blocked by farming activities, the farmer (or his employee) gave me permission to divert through this field to regain access to the track further along.
Valve chamber on Keighley Moor
I'm presuming this is a valve chamber on a water main, most likely a raw water supply from Keighley Moor Reservoir. The reservoir was originally built by the Duke of Devonshire to supply water to mills down Newsholme Dean, so the original pipeline would have headed this way. But the reservoir now supplies water into public supply via Oldfield treatment works to the south-east (source: LinkExternal link ). In which case, this original pipeline may be redundant. A note on access: there is no public footpath through this field, but as the official route along the walled track was blocked by farming activities, the farmer (or his employee) gave me permission to divert through this field to regain access to the track further along.
Shooting lodge above Smallden Clough See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2509812">SD9940 : Shooting Lodge on edge of Keighley Moor</a>.
Shooting lodge above Smallden Clough
Shooting butt no. 3 Presumably associated with the nearby lodge <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7393536">SD9940 : Shooting lodge above Smallden Clough</a>; this was the nearest of the butts to the stone track.
Shooting butt no. 3
Presumably associated with the nearby lodge SD9940 : Shooting lodge above Smallden Clough; this was the nearest of the butts to the stone track.
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Scotland Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD9939 (Lat: 53.847913, Lng: -2.0143271)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Bradford

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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