Dead Man's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Dead Man's Hill

Middlesmoor, Scar House reservoir According to the OS benchmark database there is a cutmark on the south-west buttress. Nothing was found. — Middlesmoor, Scar House reservoir Credit: Mel Towler

Dead Man's Hill is a prominent hill located in the picturesque region of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this hill stands tall and imposing, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 500 meters, Dead Man's Hill is characterized by its rugged terrain and rugged beauty. Covered in a patchwork of lush greenery, the hill is home to a variety of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The hill derives its intriguing name from a local legend, which suggests that a man lost his life while attempting to climb it in the treacherous winter weather. Although the validity of this tale remains uncertain, it adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the hill's already captivating allure.

Visitors to Dead Man's Hill can embark on several trails that wind their way to the summit, providing an opportunity to witness the breathtaking vistas that stretch across the Dales. The hill's commanding position also makes it an excellent spot for paragliding and other adventurous activities.

In addition to its natural beauty, Dead Man's Hill is surrounded by a rich cultural heritage. Nearby, quaint villages and historic sites offer a glimpse into Yorkshire's past, providing a perfect blend of nature and history for visitors to explore.

Overall, Dead Man's Hill is an outstanding natural landmark, captivating visitors with its scenic beauty, intriguing legend, and access to the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.200376/-1.9122993 or Grid Reference SE0578. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Middlesmoor, Scar House reservoir According to the OS benchmark database there is a cutmark on the south-west buttress. Nothing was found.

Middlesmoor, Scar House reservoir

According to the OS benchmark database there is a cutmark on the south-west buttress. Nothing was found.

Middlesmoor, Scar House reservoir, barn According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into the south-east facing wall of the barn. A business is run from the barn and with dogs running in the yard as little disturbance was made as possible. Nothing was seen, hanging over the gate for a few minutes.

Middlesmoor, Scar House reservoir, barn

According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into the south-east facing wall of the barn. A business is run from the barn and with dogs running in the yard as little disturbance was made as possible. Nothing was seen, hanging over the gate for a few minutes.

Scar House Reservoir, track to Middlesmoor The benchmark is cut into the gatepost which is on the east side of the path.

Scar House Reservoir, track to Middlesmoor

The benchmark is cut into the gatepost which is on the east side of the path.

Nidderdale, Scar House reservoir There is a benchmark cut into the gatepost which is on the east side of the path.

Nidderdale, Scar House reservoir

There is a benchmark cut into the gatepost which is on the east side of the path.

Moorland with Arkleside Pasture Arkleside Pasture is an area of enclosed, marginal farmland on the south side of Coverdale above the small settlement of Arkleside; it lies beyond the rough vegetation in the foreground and the groove of Arkleside Gill which can just be discerned in the image.

Moorland with Arkleside Pasture

Arkleside Pasture is an area of enclosed, marginal farmland on the south side of Coverdale above the small settlement of Arkleside; it lies beyond the rough vegetation in the foreground and the groove of Arkleside Gill which can just be discerned in the image.

Trevor Littlewood

Fence with stile and footpath indicator The fence descends from the ridge between Little Whernside and Dead Man&#039;s Hill going down beside Harkera Gill. The route of the public footpath indicated by the finger post follows a similar route.
Pen Hill is the flat-topped feature in the distance.

Fence with stile and footpath indicator

The fence descends from the ridge between Little Whernside and Dead Man's Hill going down beside Harkera Gill. The route of the public footpath indicated by the finger post follows a similar route. Pen Hill is the flat-topped feature in the distance.

Trevor Littlewood

Erosion prevention measure on Dead Man's Hill The piles of stones in the peaty gully restrict the flow of water and will retain loosened peat so limiting further erosion. The immediate gully doesn&#039;t appear to have been eroded badly but near the centre of the image, beyond the stones, this branch enters a larger and more badly affected channel which should now be defended.
The flat-topped hill in the distance is Little Whernside.

Erosion prevention measure on Dead Man's Hill

The piles of stones in the peaty gully restrict the flow of water and will retain loosened peat so limiting further erosion. The immediate gully doesn't appear to have been eroded badly but near the centre of the image, beyond the stones, this branch enters a larger and more badly affected channel which should now be defended. The flat-topped hill in the distance is Little Whernside.

Trevor Littlewood

Benchmark cut into Scar House reservoir parapet The benchmark is cut into the west parapet, at the north end, and the mark faces west. Wider view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7555639">SE0677 : North end of dam of Scar House Reservoir, Nidderdale</a>

Benchmark cut into Scar House reservoir parapet

The benchmark is cut into the west parapet, at the north end, and the mark faces west. Wider view SE0677 : North end of dam of Scar House Reservoir, Nidderdale

North end of dam of Scar House Reservoir, Nidderdale There is a benchmark cut into the west parapet, at the north end, and the mark faces west. Closer view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7555637">SE0677 : Benchmark cut into Scar House reservoir parapet</a>

North end of dam of Scar House Reservoir, Nidderdale

There is a benchmark cut into the west parapet, at the north end, and the mark faces west. Closer view SE0677 : Benchmark cut into Scar House reservoir parapet

Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into a wall on the north side of the track at this location. The wall has gone, and the benchmark.

Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir

According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into a wall on the north side of the track at this location. The wall has gone, and the benchmark.

Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into a gatepost to the north of the track at this location. The gatepost and most of the wall has gone.

Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir

According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into a gatepost to the north of the track at this location. The gatepost and most of the wall has gone.

Carle Fell Road and Scar House Reservoir According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark with a rivet cut into the wall on the north side of the track at this location. Nothing was found.

Carle Fell Road and Scar House Reservoir

According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark with a rivet cut into the wall on the north side of the track at this location. Nothing was found.

Benchmark cut into gatepost, Scar House Reservoir The benchmark is cut into a disused stone gatepost on the north side of the reservoir. Wider view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7556048">SE0577 : Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir</a>

Benchmark cut into gatepost, Scar House Reservoir

The benchmark is cut into a disused stone gatepost on the north side of the reservoir. Wider view SE0577 : Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir

Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir There is a benchmark cut into the disused stone gatepost on the north side of the reservoir. Closer view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7556045">SE0577 : Benchmark cut into gatepost, Scar House Reservoir</a>

Carle Fell Road, Scar House Reservoir

There is a benchmark cut into the disused stone gatepost on the north side of the reservoir. Closer view SE0577 : Benchmark cut into gatepost, Scar House Reservoir

Remains of demolished barn, Scar House Reservoir According to the 1910 map there was a benchmark cut into a field barn at this location. Today only the tumbled remains of the building are left.

Remains of demolished barn, Scar House Reservoir

According to the 1910 map there was a benchmark cut into a field barn at this location. Today only the tumbled remains of the building are left.

Remains of Lodge hamlet, Nidderdale According to the 1910 map there was a benchmark cut into a building at this location. Today only the tumbled remains of the building are left.

Remains of Lodge hamlet, Nidderdale

According to the 1910 map there was a benchmark cut into a building at this location. Today only the tumbled remains of the building are left.

Western end of Scar house Reservoir According to the 1910 map there was a benchmark cut into the wall enclosure at this location. Today there is a large gap in the field boundary and the benchmark has gone.

Western end of Scar house Reservoir

According to the 1910 map there was a benchmark cut into the wall enclosure at this location. Today there is a large gap in the field boundary and the benchmark has gone.

Benchmark cut into boulder, Nidderdale The benchmark is cut into a lone boulder in a field enclose on the north-west side of Scar House Reservoir. Wider view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7556070">SE0476 : Dam at Angram Reservoir, Nidderdale</a>

Benchmark cut into boulder, Nidderdale

The benchmark is cut into a lone boulder in a field enclose on the north-west side of Scar House Reservoir. Wider view SE0476 : Dam at Angram Reservoir, Nidderdale

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Dead Man's Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE0578 (Lat: 54.200376, Lng: -1.9122993)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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