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Beacon

Hill, Mountain in Lancashire Pendle

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Beacon

Footpath and Stream, Barley The footpath leads onwards up Pendle Hill. The stream has some charming small waterfalls.
Footpath and Stream, Barley Credit: David Bremner

Beacon, Lancashire, is a picturesque hill located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, Beacon is part of the West Pennine Moors and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

With an elevation of approximately 1,191 feet (363 meters), Beacon stands as one of the highest points in Lancashire. Its prominent position provides visitors with breathtaking vistas of the rolling hills, valleys, and nearby towns.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Hikers and walkers are drawn to Beacon's extensive network of trails, which offer a range of difficulty levels suitable for all ages and abilities. Along these paths, visitors can explore the diverse flora and fauna that call this area home.

At the summit of Beacon, a beacon tower stands tall, providing a historical focal point. This tower, built in the late 19th century, served as a navigation aid for ships on the nearby Liverpool to Hull route. Today, it serves as a popular landmark and a reminder of the region's rich maritime history.

Beacon is also known for its proximity to other attractions in Lancashire. Nearby towns, such as Darwen and Blackburn, offer visitors the opportunity to explore local history, culture, and cuisine. Additionally, the area is renowned for its traditional Lancashire hospitality, with charming pubs and tea rooms welcoming weary travelers.

In conclusion, Beacon, Lancashire, is a scenic hill that offers stunning views, diverse wildlife, and a rich historical heritage. Whether it is hiking, enjoying the countryside, or exploring nearby towns, Beacon provides visitors with an unforgettable experience in the heart of Lancashire.

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Beacon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.868546/-2.2985594 or Grid Reference SD8041. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath and Stream, Barley The footpath leads onwards up Pendle Hill. The stream has some charming small waterfalls.
Footpath and Stream, Barley
The footpath leads onwards up Pendle Hill. The stream has some charming small waterfalls.
Set in Concrete A boot print set in the concrete. A moment captured on the footpath up Pendle Hill.
Set in Concrete
A boot print set in the concrete. A moment captured on the footpath up Pendle Hill.
A Glimpse of Pendle Hill On the footpath from Barley and a glimpse of Pendle Hill is had through the trees.
A Glimpse of Pendle Hill
On the footpath from Barley and a glimpse of Pendle Hill is had through the trees.
On Pendle Hill A pause to admire the view on the way up Pendle Hill.
On Pendle Hill
A pause to admire the view on the way up Pendle Hill.
Path on Pendle Hill On my way back down towards Barley.
Path on Pendle Hill
On my way back down towards Barley.
Eastern Escarpment, Pendle Hill Looking up at the escarpment on the eastern side of Pendle Hill.
Eastern Escarpment, Pendle Hill
Looking up at the escarpment on the eastern side of Pendle Hill.
Top of the Ogden Valley Greenway, Pendle Hill Looking out towards the Ogden Valley Greenway and, beyond, the Ribble Estuary.
Top of the Ogden Valley Greenway, Pendle Hill
Looking out towards the Ogden Valley Greenway and, beyond, the Ribble Estuary.
Looking up Ogden Clough
Looking up Ogden Clough
Looking down Ogden Clough
Looking down Ogden Clough
Lower Ogden Reservoir
Lower Ogden Reservoir
Stormclouds over Pendle Hill Pendle View Farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SD7754">SD7754</a> (Shown on the map as Cracoe Hill Farm) in the foreground.
Stormclouds over Pendle Hill
Pendle View Farm SD7754 (Shown on the map as Cracoe Hill Farm) in the foreground.
Pendle Inn Inn in the very popular village of Barley.
Pendle Inn
Inn in the very popular village of Barley.
Path on the edge of Pendle Views are restricted by low cloud.
Path on the edge of Pendle
Views are restricted by low cloud.
Path down Pendle Side The slightly gentler of the two main routes from the Barley side. Views are restricted by low cloud, though a break in the cloud can be seen.
Path down Pendle Side
The slightly gentler of the two main routes from the Barley side. Views are restricted by low cloud, though a break in the cloud can be seen.
Feeding sheep at dusk Low cloud is resting on Pendle Hill behind.
Feeding sheep at dusk
Low cloud is resting on Pendle Hill behind.
Pendle Hill Pendle Hill at 557m (1,827 feet) is something of a Lancashire icon, steeped in folklore and history. The 17th century seems to have been a particularly busy period here with the Pendle witch trials in 1612, Richard Towneley's barometer experiment in 1661 and George Fox's vision of many souls coming to Christ in 1652. Of those the witch trials are perhaps the best known. Ten men and two women living in the immediate area were accused of commiting murder by witchcraft. Ten were found guilty and executed. Towneley, together with Henry Power, used the newly invented barometer to measure air pressure at different altitudes on the hill which led to an understanding of the relationship between air density and pressure. Finally, George Fox's vision at this spot was an important event in the establishment of the Society of Friends (Quakers). Note how the area around the pillar has been eroded away by its many visitors. More recent pictures show how this problem has been addressed: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3864654">SD8041 : Trig Point on Pendle Hill</a>.
Pendle Hill
Pendle Hill at 557m (1,827 feet) is something of a Lancashire icon, steeped in folklore and history. The 17th century seems to have been a particularly busy period here with the Pendle witch trials in 1612, Richard Towneley's barometer experiment in 1661 and George Fox's vision of many souls coming to Christ in 1652. Of those the witch trials are perhaps the best known. Ten men and two women living in the immediate area were accused of commiting murder by witchcraft. Ten were found guilty and executed. Towneley, together with Henry Power, used the newly invented barometer to measure air pressure at different altitudes on the hill which led to an understanding of the relationship between air density and pressure. Finally, George Fox's vision at this spot was an important event in the establishment of the Society of Friends (Quakers). Note how the area around the pillar has been eroded away by its many visitors. More recent pictures show how this problem has been addressed: SD8041 : Trig Point on Pendle Hill.
Old Guide Stone At Four Lanes End where the Clitheroe to Colne route intersects the Burnley to Gisburn route
Old Guide Stone
At Four Lanes End where the Clitheroe to Colne route intersects the Burnley to Gisburn route
Pendle Big End View from Four Lane Ends
Pendle Big End
View from Four Lane Ends
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Beacon is located at Grid Ref: SD8041 (Lat: 53.868546, Lng: -2.2985594)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Pendle

Police Authority: Lancashire

Also known as: Big End

What 3 Words

///rush.crabmeat.passport. Near Chatburn, Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 53.868546,-2.2985594
Pendle Hill
Ele: 558
Layer: 1
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Source Ele: height in feet (1831) from npe, converted to metres
Wikidata: Q3374661
Wikipedia: en:Pendle Hill
Lat/Long: 53.8685844/-2.2985841
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 53.8678172/-2.2911157
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 53.8680827/-2.2921928
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Barrier: stile
Material: stone
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 53.8720502/-2.2976821
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Shelter
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Shelter Type: weather_shelter
Lat/Long: 53.8720347/-2.2976687
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Man Made: survey_point
Lat/Long: 53.8685525/-2.2985764
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Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.8680517/-2.292353
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Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.8685763/-2.2986834
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Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 53.8725089/-2.2964688
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