Herbage Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Herbage Hill

Paragliding from Holme Moss View with the Holme valley below — Paragliding from Holme Moss Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Herbage Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. It is part of the Pennines, a range of hills and mountains that stretches across the northern part of England. Rising to an impressive height of approximately 1,450 feet (442 meters), Herbage Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, which gives it its name. Herbage Hill is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with a variety of plant species thriving in its fertile soil. The hill is home to several rare and protected plant species, making it a popular destination for botanists and nature enthusiasts.

Herbage Hill is a popular location for outdoor activities such as hiking and walking. It offers a range of trails and paths suitable for all levels of experience, allowing visitors to explore the hill and enjoy its natural beauty. The hill's elevated position provides breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales and the rolling countryside, making it a favorite spot for photographers and artists.

In addition to its natural beauty, Herbage Hill also has historical significance. It is believed to have been used as a lookout point during ancient times, and remnants of old settlements and fortifications have been discovered in the area.

Overall, Herbage Hill is a captivating destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and history of Yorkshire. With its stunning views, diverse flora and fauna, and opportunities for outdoor activities, it continues to attract visitors from near and far.

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Herbage Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.528259/-1.8253811 or Grid Reference SE1103. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Paragliding from Holme Moss

View with the Holme valley below

Kevin Waterhouse

Car park on Holme Moss

On a wet and misty Monday morning. There wasn't much of a view.

Chris Allen

Paragliders on Holme Moss

Two paragliders on top of Holme Moss, near the car park.

Paul Foster

Holme Moss

Commemorative stone for the coronation of King Charles III at top of Holme Moss. Paragliders in background.

Paul Foster

Wilmer Hill

Paragliding on Wilmer Hill.

Peter McDermott

Path onto Britland Edge Hill. Tintwistle

This was taken from the gate opposite the first layby down the hill. The path disappears when the steep slope is reached, but keep climbing and the edge of the peat is reached, and then the boundary fence can be seen.

Humphrey Bolton

Footbridge over a ditch alongside the A6024, Tintwistle

This is opposite the first layby down the hill. The footbridge leads to a gate and the path shown in SE0902 : Path onto Britland Edge Hill. Tintwistle.

Humphrey Bolton

Frame with a view

In Holme Moss car park looking towards Yateholme Reservoir - on a dismal day as the clouds lifted and fell! After visiting on this day it's easy to understand the gloomy colours in so many of local artist Ashley Jackson's paintings! See; Link

Chris Morgan

Above Holme Wood Dike

The stream drains Holme Moss into Yateholme Reservoir

Graham Hogg

Framing the Landscape

'Many people look but only a few see'. So says this art installation at Holme Moss framing the view over the Holme Valley. This is one of a series placed at viewpoints in Yorkshire by local artist Ashley Jackson. Link

Graham Hogg