Black Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Black Hill

Field barn east of Skelgate Lane Skelgate Lane climbs from the western side of Reeth towards Calver Hill.
Arkengarthdale is beyond the barn with Fremington Edge rising from that valley.
Field barn east of Skelgate Lane Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Black Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Standing at an elevation of 582 meters (1,909 feet), it is part of the Pennine range and is situated in the South Pennines area of the county. The hill is known for its rugged beauty and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Black Hill is characterized by its wild and windswept moorland, covered in heather and grasses that provide a habitat for various species of birds, including curlews and golden plovers. The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with areas of woodland interspersed with open areas of peat bog. The hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, as it offers a variety of walking trails and paths that cater to all levels of ability.

At the summit of Black Hill, there is a trig point that marks the highest point of the hill. It is a popular spot for visitors to take in the stunning views across the surrounding countryside, which includes the neighboring peak of Bleaklow and the picturesque valleys of the Peak District National Park.

Black Hill has a rich history, with evidence of human activity in the area dating back thousands of years. The hill is dotted with prehistoric burial sites and ancient settlements, providing a glimpse into the region's past. Today, Black Hill continues to be a place of natural beauty and historical significance, attracting visitors from near and far.

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Black Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.395558/-1.9589673 or Grid Reference NZ0200. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field barn east of Skelgate Lane Skelgate Lane climbs from the western side of Reeth towards Calver Hill.
Arkengarthdale is beyond the barn with Fremington Edge rising from that valley.
Field barn east of Skelgate Lane
Skelgate Lane climbs from the western side of Reeth towards Calver Hill. Arkengarthdale is beyond the barn with Fremington Edge rising from that valley.
Fremington Edge as dusk approaches Three walkers along Fremington Edge about to make the descent to Arkengarthdale and Reeth which lie below to the right.
Fremington Edge as dusk approaches
Three walkers along Fremington Edge about to make the descent to Arkengarthdale and Reeth which lie below to the right.
Heather on hill slope above Healaugh in Swaledale The slope rises from Swaledale past the village of Healaugh to Calver Hill.
The main valley of the River Swale extends to the west passing to the right of the central hill, which is Blea Barf.
Heather on hill slope above Healaugh in Swaledale
The slope rises from Swaledale past the village of Healaugh to Calver Hill. The main valley of the River Swale extends to the west passing to the right of the central hill, which is Blea Barf.
Path and wall rising towards summit of Calver Hill The path continues to the hill summit which is ahead to the right, a cairn can just be discerned there. The wall is unusual: it's simply a linear feature beginning at the camera location and ending close to the centre of the image. As it is now there seems to be no real structure to it making it just an elongated pile of stones!
Path and wall rising towards summit of Calver Hill
The path continues to the hill summit which is ahead to the right, a cairn can just be discerned there. The wall is unusual: it's simply a linear feature beginning at the camera location and ending close to the centre of the image. As it is now there seems to be no real structure to it making it just an elongated pile of stones!
Arkle Beck Taken from the Langthwaite to Reeth bridleway.  It seems far more like a river than a beck!
Arkle Beck
Taken from the Langthwaite to Reeth bridleway. It seems far more like a river than a beck!
Castle Farm House Taken from the Langthwaite to Reeth bridleway.
Castle Farm House
Taken from the Langthwaite to Reeth bridleway.
Bridleway next to Arkle Beck
Bridleway next to Arkle Beck
White House from east of Reeth
White House from east of Reeth
Mossy Wall
Mossy Wall
Moss-covered Ruin
Moss-covered Ruin
Footpath below Fremington Edge
Footpath below Fremington Edge
View across the Arkle Beck
View across the Arkle Beck
Calver Hill
Calver Hill
View towards Fremington Edge
View towards Fremington Edge
View from West Raw Croft Farm
View from West Raw Croft Farm
View towards Fremington Edge Viewed from footpath on the southwestern side of the valley.
View towards Fremington Edge
Viewed from footpath on the southwestern side of the valley.
Swaledale ewe, Reeth The ewe grazes on the rough hill grasses.
Swaledale ewe, Reeth
The ewe grazes on the rough hill grasses.
Sheep grazing near Reeth Swaledale sheep graze the rough grasses above the valley.
Sheep grazing near Reeth
Swaledale sheep graze the rough grasses above the valley.
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Black Hill is located at Grid Ref: NZ0200 (Lat: 54.395558, Lng: -1.9589673)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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