Cowardy Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Ryedale

England

Cowardy Hill

Over  Wheat  field  toward  Wharram  Grange  Farm The field is unfenced at this point
Over Wheat field toward Wharram Grange Farm Credit: Martin Dawes

Cowardy Hill, located in Yorkshire, is a picturesque hill that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Situated in the North York Moors National Park, this hill attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers alike.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 420 meters (1,378 feet), Cowardy Hill is often referred to as a "mini mountain" due to its prominent height in the relatively flat landscape of Yorkshire. It is a part of the Cleveland Hills range and is known for its distinctive shape, featuring a steep and grassy slope.

The hill is accessible via various footpaths that wind through the moorland and heather-covered terrain. As visitors ascend, the views become increasingly stunning, with panoramic vistas of the surrounding valleys and rolling hills stretching out as far as the eye can see.

Cowardy Hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare plants such as heather and bilberry, as well as various species of birds and butterflies. The hill's tranquil and unspoiled environment offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude and a connection with nature.

Additionally, Cowardy Hill holds historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and burial mounds scattered across its slopes. Archaeological evidence suggests human habitation in the area dating back thousands of years.

Overall, Cowardy Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of the surrounding landscape and explore the rich heritage of the region.

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Cowardy Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.095434/-0.71584681 or Grid Reference SE8467. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Over  Wheat  field  toward  Wharram  Grange  Farm The field is unfenced at this point
Over Wheat field toward Wharram Grange Farm
The field is unfenced at this point
Luddith  Road  approaching  tight  left  corner To the right beyond wheat the access track to Wharram Grange Farm. no footpaths so it is lane walking
Luddith Road approaching tight left corner
To the right beyond wheat the access track to Wharram Grange Farm. no footpaths so it is lane walking
Over  ploughed  field  to  Lund  Wood
Over ploughed field to Lund Wood
Tractor  on  Luddith  Road Earthquake Plantation to the left on Birdsall Brow
Tractor on Luddith Road
Earthquake Plantation to the left on Birdsall Brow
Wheat  field  from  unfenced  Luddith  Road Lund Wood to the right
Wheat field from unfenced Luddith Road
Lund Wood to the right
Wheat  field  toward  Grimston  Brow
Wheat field toward Grimston Brow
Cattle  grid  on  Luddith  Road Unfenced pasture land down Grimston Brow
Cattle grid on Luddith Road
Unfenced pasture land down Grimston Brow
Looking  south  on  Luddith  Road The Centenary Way goes left to right following the hedges in the dip
Looking south on Luddith Road
The Centenary Way goes left to right following the hedges in the dip
Luddith  Road  toward  Station  House The Station House is on the Malton-Driffield line. Opened in 1853 and closed to all traffic in 1958. Through the trees in the centre can be seen St Nicholas parish church at North Grimston
Luddith Road toward Station House
The Station House is on the Malton-Driffield line. Opened in 1853 and closed to all traffic in 1958. Through the trees in the centre can be seen St Nicholas parish church at North Grimston
Junction ahead A junction of minor roads with Langton to the left and North Grimston to the right. Ahead is what must have been a continuation of this lane leading up to the junction, as a right of way continues onwards as Langton Lane all the way to Settrington. However it is overgrown and unsuitable for vehicles.
Junction ahead
A junction of minor roads with Langton to the left and North Grimston to the right. Ahead is what must have been a continuation of this lane leading up to the junction, as a right of way continues onwards as Langton Lane all the way to Settrington. However it is overgrown and unsuitable for vehicles.
Grimston Fields Farm The farm is situated on the south side of a low ridge which is an eastwards extension of Langton Wold.
Grimston Fields Farm
The farm is situated on the south side of a low ridge which is an eastwards extension of Langton Wold.
Field at Stone Ends The OS map shows 'Pits [dis]' in the foreground of this photo, but the ground has been levelled and brought under the plough. Old 6" maps show a quarry here, and one wonders if the local name of Stone Ends refers to this being an area where useful Jurassic stone faded out. Across the far side of the field one can see the road signs at the junction of B1248 and Grimston Lane.
Field at Stone Ends
The OS map shows 'Pits [dis]' in the foreground of this photo, but the ground has been levelled and brought under the plough. Old 6" maps show a quarry here, and one wonders if the local name of Stone Ends refers to this being an area where useful Jurassic stone faded out. Across the far side of the field one can see the road signs at the junction of B1248 and Grimston Lane.
Road to North Grimston Heading east towards the village of North Grimston with Grimston Plantation off to the right.
Road to North Grimston
Heading east towards the village of North Grimston with Grimston Plantation off to the right.
Centenary Way path The path doesn't look too inviting in soggy January conditions.
Centenary Way path
The path doesn't look too inviting in soggy January conditions.
Grimston Brow The scarp slope of the chalk Wolds, here looking north along the line of the minor road heading towards North Grimston. The hillside here rises just 60m or so and the road ascends with just a single arrow marked on the map.
Grimston Brow
The scarp slope of the chalk Wolds, here looking north along the line of the minor road heading towards North Grimston. The hillside here rises just 60m or so and the road ascends with just a single arrow marked on the map.
View from Luddith Road Looking north of east from Luddith Road near the top of Grimston Brow towards the plantations on Cow Cliff and the wold top beyond.
View from Luddith Road
Looking north of east from Luddith Road near the top of Grimston Brow towards the plantations on Cow Cliff and the wold top beyond.
Field edge above Grimston Brow Close to the edge of the chalk Wolds and with a pleasant view towards Grimston Hill where the B1253 road to Sledmere can be glimpsed to the right of the woodland.
Field edge above Grimston Brow
Close to the edge of the chalk Wolds and with a pleasant view towards Grimston Hill where the B1253 road to Sledmere can be glimpsed to the right of the woodland.
Track to Wharram Grange Farm The farm track is within this square, but the farm buildings are just into the adjacent square. Odd that the maps shows the area around here as Wharram Grange without a reference to any particular building. Old Maps from the 19thC show the farm as Wharram Grange as well as the area around it.
Track to Wharram Grange Farm
The farm track is within this square, but the farm buildings are just into the adjacent square. Odd that the maps shows the area around here as Wharram Grange without a reference to any particular building. Old Maps from the 19thC show the farm as Wharram Grange as well as the area around it.
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Cowardy Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE8467 (Lat: 54.095434, Lng: -0.71584681)

Division: East Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Ryedale

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.095434,-0.71584681
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Phone: +44 1944 768286
Lat/Long: 54.0978683/-0.7126789
North Grimston
Place: village
Wikidata: Q7055512
Wikipedia: en:North Grimston
Lat/Long: 54.0980053/-0.7118422
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 54.0924471/-0.7181587
North Grimston
Abandoned Railway: station
Railway: site
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 54.0979285/-0.7180191
Addr City: Malton
Addr Postcode: YO17 8AX
Addr Street: Hogg Lane
Check Date: 2023-04-06
Disused Amenity: pub
Floor Material: carpet
Old Name: Middleton Arms
Wheelchair: limited
Wheelchair Description: Steps at entrance
Lat/Long: 54.0978972/-0.7104705
Disused Amenity: post_box
Old Ref: YO17 115
Post Box Type: wall
Postal Code: YO17
Lat/Long: 54.0982316/-0.7125342
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:20; Sa 12:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Postal Code: YO17
Ref: YO17 115
Lat/Long: 54.0979397/-0.7110178
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
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Tourism: information
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