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Hungry Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Hungry Hill

Old milepost One of the two remaining mileposts along this 6 mile stretch of the B6265, this is how the photographer found it in March 2022. When it was first recorded in 2006 it was already very sunken in this narrow verge.
Old milepost Credit: Hilary Jones

Hungry Hill, located in Yorkshire, England, is a prominent landmark that forms part of the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park. Standing at an impressive height of 564 meters (1,850 feet), it is considered one of the highest hills/mountains in the region. Hungry Hill is situated near the small village of Carlton-in-Coverdale, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill's name, "Hungry Hill," is believed to originate from the fact that its rocky and barren slopes struggle to support vegetation due to the harsh climate and thin soil. Despite its lack of lush greenery, the hill's rugged beauty and dramatic landscape attract outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers from far and wide.

The ascent to the summit of Hungry Hill can be challenging, involving steep gradients and rocky paths. However, the reward at the top is well worth the effort as it provides panoramic vistas of the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, with rolling hills, deep valleys, and meandering rivers stretching as far as the eye can see.

Wildlife is abundant in the area, with various bird species, including golden eagles and peregrine falcons, often spotted soaring above the hill. The hillside is also home to an array of plant species adapted to the harsh conditions, such as heather, bilberry, and mosses.

Hungry Hill offers a unique opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, providing a challenging adventure and a chance to appreciate the raw magnificence of the British countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.131038/-1.4682039 or Grid Reference SE3470. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old milepost One of the two remaining mileposts along this 6 mile stretch of the B6265, this is how the photographer found it in March 2022. When it was first recorded in 2006 it was already very sunken in this narrow verge.
Old milepost
One of the two remaining mileposts along this 6 mile stretch of the B6265, this is how the photographer found it in March 2022. When it was first recorded in 2006 it was already very sunken in this narrow verge.
Old milepost After 25 minutes of clearing vegetation and soil by the photographer this milepost is now more visible. As the verge at this point is only about a metre wide it may be difficult to completely refurbish it safely. It is one of 14 known survivors of mileposts made by J Ingram, Ripon which are on the A61 from Ripon to Harrogate and the B6265 from Boroughbridge through Ripon to Pateley Bridge.
Old milepost
After 25 minutes of clearing vegetation and soil by the photographer this milepost is now more visible. As the verge at this point is only about a metre wide it may be difficult to completely refurbish it safely. It is one of 14 known survivors of mileposts made by J Ingram, Ripon which are on the A61 from Ripon to Harrogate and the B6265 from Boroughbridge through Ripon to Pateley Bridge.
Crop ready for harvesting Looks like some kind of vetch to me
Crop ready for harvesting
Looks like some kind of vetch to me
Marton le Moor, The Balk According to the OS benchmark database there was a benchmark cut into a wooden gatepost at this location. Today there is no field entrance and gateposts, although the hedge is thinner indicating a previous access point to the field.
Marton le Moor, The Balk
According to the OS benchmark database there was a benchmark cut into a wooden gatepost at this location. Today there is no field entrance and gateposts, although the hedge is thinner indicating a previous access point to the field.
Old milepost One of only two mileposts on the 5 miles of minor road between Ripon and Dishforth. It is about 100m east of Strait Lane into Copt Hewick. It is exposed to the weather from the north. The legends which can just be made out are RIPON/2/SHAROW/½ on the left face and COPT-HEWICK/½/DISHFORTH/3 on the right. Probably cast at the J Ingram foundry in Ripon.
Old milepost
One of only two mileposts on the 5 miles of minor road between Ripon and Dishforth. It is about 100m east of Strait Lane into Copt Hewick. It is exposed to the weather from the north. The legends which can just be made out are RIPON/2/SHAROW/½ on the left face and COPT-HEWICK/½/DISHFORTH/3 on the right. Probably cast at the J Ingram foundry in Ripon.
Old milepost The Ripon 2 milepost leaning back. In March the dead grass trampled down but in summer lost in tall wayside vegetation. In the distance on the righthand side of the road can just be made out the white road sign for Strait Lane into Copt Hewick
Old milepost
The Ripon 2 milepost leaning back. In March the dead grass trampled down but in summer lost in tall wayside vegetation. In the distance on the righthand side of the road can just be made out the white road sign for Strait Lane into Copt Hewick
Sharow, High Barn Farm According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into the north-east face of this farm building. Stood on the PROW nothing could be seen.
Sharow, High Barn Farm
According to the OS benchmark database there is a benchmark cut into the north-east face of this farm building. Stood on the PROW nothing could be seen.
Copt Hewick, Pumping Station The benchmark is cut into the north-east facing wall of the village Yorkshire Water pumping station.
Copt Hewick, Pumping Station
The benchmark is cut into the north-east facing wall of the village Yorkshire Water pumping station.
Copt Hewick, Pumping Station There is a benchmark cut into the north-east facing wall of the village Yorkshire Water pumping station.
Copt Hewick, Pumping Station
There is a benchmark cut into the north-east facing wall of the village Yorkshire Water pumping station.
Copt Hewick, Luncarr Lane According to the OS benchmark database there was a benchmark cut into a gatepost at this field entrance. The entrance has been widened with new gateposts. The cutmark has been destroyed.
Copt Hewick, Luncarr Lane
According to the OS benchmark database there was a benchmark cut into a gatepost at this field entrance. The entrance has been widened with new gateposts. The cutmark has been destroyed.
Sharow, Dishforth Road The benchmark is cut into the boundary wall, also the roadside wall, of Singleton Cottage, which is on the north side of the lane.
Sharow, Dishforth Road
The benchmark is cut into the boundary wall, also the roadside wall, of Singleton Cottage, which is on the north side of the lane.
Sharow, Singleton Cottage There is a benchmark cut into the boundary wall, also the roadside wall, of Singleton Cottage, which is on the north side of the lane.
Sharow, Singleton Cottage
There is a benchmark cut into the boundary wall, also the roadside wall, of Singleton Cottage, which is on the north side of the lane.
Bogs Lane Access lane for Bogs House off the B6265 east of Ripon.
Bogs Lane
Access lane for Bogs House off the B6265 east of Ripon.
B6265 towards Boroughbridge Despite only being classified as a 'B' road, this route carries plenty of traffic, being the main route south east from Ripon towards the A1(M).
B6265 towards Boroughbridge
Despite only being classified as a 'B' road, this route carries plenty of traffic, being the main route south east from Ripon towards the A1(M).
Skelton, Pasture Lane, Low Moor House The benchmark is cut into the gable end of a stone agricultural building and is to the left of a drainpipe. The cutmark is damaged.
Skelton, Pasture Lane, Low Moor House
The benchmark is cut into the gable end of a stone agricultural building and is to the left of a drainpipe. The cutmark is damaged.
Skelton, Pasture Lane, Low Moor House There is a benchmark cut into the gable end of the stone agricultural building and is to the left of the furthest left green drainpipe. The cutmark is damaged.
Skelton, Pasture Lane, Low Moor House
There is a benchmark cut into the gable end of the stone agricultural building and is to the left of the furthest left green drainpipe. The cutmark is damaged.
Old wheel house at Little Givendale I'd photographed the farm on a previous occasion, but had never noticed the most interesting feature which is this wheelhouse attached to the side of a long brick barn. At one time a horse would be employed to walk round in circles within the building, thus turning a series of gear wheels attached to a shaft running into the barn to power threshing equipment. The 25" map of 1890 clearly shows the wheelhouse.
Old wheel house at Little Givendale
I'd photographed the farm on a previous occasion, but had never noticed the most interesting feature which is this wheelhouse attached to the side of a long brick barn. At one time a horse would be employed to walk round in circles within the building, thus turning a series of gear wheels attached to a shaft running into the barn to power threshing equipment. The 25" map of 1890 clearly shows the wheelhouse.
Marton le Moor, Blea Pit Lane According to the OS benchmark database there is a cut mark on this old brick culvert which runs under the B6265. Nothing was on view and water too deep to investigate. Beautiful brick built structure which still survives.
Marton le Moor, Blea Pit Lane
According to the OS benchmark database there is a cut mark on this old brick culvert which runs under the B6265. Nothing was on view and water too deep to investigate. Beautiful brick built structure which still survives.
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Hungry Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE3470 (Lat: 54.131038, Lng: -1.4682039)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Harrogate

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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