Brown Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Scarborough

England

Brown Hill

Barley Carr Tongue Looking NW.
Barley Carr Tongue Credit: T Eyre

Brown Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it forms part of the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Rising to an elevation of approximately 476 meters (1,562 feet), Brown Hill is a popular destination for hikers, outdoor enthusiasts, and nature lovers.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive brown color, which is a result of the presence of iron oxide in the soil. Its summit offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including rolling hills, picturesque valleys, and quaint villages. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the distant peaks of the Yorkshire Moors.

Covered in heather, grasses, and scattered wildflowers, Brown Hill is a haven for various species of wildlife. Visitors may spot birds such as kestrels, buzzards, and curlews soaring above, while rabbits and hares can be seen darting through the undergrowth. The hill is also home to a diverse range of plant life, including bilberry, heather, and bracken.

Hiking trails crisscross the hill, providing opportunities for both leisurely walks and more challenging treks. The paths are well-maintained, ensuring that visitors can explore the hill safely and easily. Additionally, Brown Hill has a rich history, with ancient burial mounds and stone circles scattered across its slopes, offering glimpses into the area's past.

Overall, Brown Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating natural landmark, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales while enjoying a range of outdoor activities.

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Brown Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.368402/-0.58492711 or Grid Reference SE9297. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barley Carr Tongue Looking NW.
Barley Carr Tongue
Looking NW.
Barley Carr Rigg A vulnerable looking stand of Larch trees on Barley Carr Rigg.
Barley Carr Rigg
A vulnerable looking stand of Larch trees on Barley Carr Rigg.
Hill called The Island View along Jugger Howe Beck with a hill marked as "The Island" on the OS Map in the middle distance.
Hill called The Island
View along Jugger Howe Beck with a hill marked as "The Island" on the OS Map in the middle distance.
Burn Howe Rigg, High Moor Looking out over the moorland within the square. Lovely on a fine day.
Burn Howe Rigg, High Moor
Looking out over the moorland within the square. Lovely on a fine day.
Grassland, Low North Moor This area has a series of grassland fields for grazing, mainly of sheep.
Grassland, Low North Moor
This area has a series of grassland fields for grazing, mainly of sheep.
Farmland, Pike Rigg The area of trees shown at Pike Rigg on the OS Map has now disappeared.
Farmland, Pike Rigg
The area of trees shown at Pike Rigg on the OS Map has now disappeared.
Lownorth Moor View Looking in a westerly direction across farmland and moor towards Lilla Cross.
Lownorth Moor View
Looking in a westerly direction across farmland and moor towards Lilla Cross.
Brown Hill round cairn This is all that remains of the round cairn near Brown Hill on Harwood Dale Moor. In 1968 it was reported as being 4' high and 50' in diameter, but at that time the moor had probably not been ploughed and converted ie it was heather moor
Brown Hill round cairn
This is all that remains of the round cairn near Brown Hill on Harwood Dale Moor. In 1968 it was reported as being 4' high and 50' in diameter, but at that time the moor had probably not been ploughed and converted ie it was heather moor
Brown Hill round cairn 2 Another view of the Brown Hill round cairn seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5422207">SE9197 : Brown Hill round cairn</a> showing the stones which form the kerb
Brown Hill round cairn 2
Another view of the Brown Hill round cairn seen in SE9197 : Brown Hill round cairn showing the stones which form the kerb
Track on Harwood Dale moor Beyond the gate the track crosses traditional heather moor, nearer the camera it is passing over land that was converted from heather moor to pasture in the late 1960s or early 1970s
Track on Harwood Dale moor
Beyond the gate the track crosses traditional heather moor, nearer the camera it is passing over land that was converted from heather moor to pasture in the late 1960s or early 1970s
Man made pond on Lownorth Moor In the background the hedge and track show the position of the bridleway which runs on to Harwood Dale and Fylingdales moors
Man made pond on Lownorth Moor
In the background the hedge and track show the position of the bridleway which runs on to Harwood Dale and Fylingdales moors
Trees beside the pond, Lownorth Moor These trees have been planted on the man made embankment which forms the southern side of the pond shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5422237">SE9297 : Man made pond on Lownorth Moor</a>
Trees beside the pond, Lownorth Moor
These trees have been planted on the man made embankment which forms the southern side of the pond shown in SE9297 : Man made pond on Lownorth Moor
View towards River Head Farm Taken from the bridleway crossing Pike Rigg and Lownorth Moor.On the left horizon the keep to Scarborough Castle can just be seen. 
This land has been converted from heather moor.
View towards River Head Farm
Taken from the bridleway crossing Pike Rigg and Lownorth Moor.On the left horizon the keep to Scarborough Castle can just be seen. This land has been converted from heather moor.
Track on Lownorth Moor The track, which is a bridle way runs on to Harwood Dale and Fylingdales moors. In the background recent clear felling in Langale End Forest can be distinguished.
Track on Lownorth Moor
The track, which is a bridle way runs on to Harwood Dale and Fylingdales moors. In the background recent clear felling in Langale End Forest can be distinguished.
Barley Carr Tongue In Langdale Forest.
Barley Carr Tongue
In Langdale Forest.
Barely Carr Rigg In the NE area of Langdale Forest.
Barely Carr Rigg
In the NE area of Langdale Forest.
Stony Rigg Looking north where the track ends.
Stony Rigg
Looking north where the track ends.
Lownorth Moor Looking NE from the bridleway.
Lownorth Moor
Looking NE from the bridleway.
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Brown Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE9297 (Lat: 54.368402, Lng: -0.58492711)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Scarborough

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 54.368402,-0.58492711
Brown Hill
Natural: peak
Source: OS 1:25k
Lat/Long: 54.3680604/-0.5847635
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