Aughertree Fell

Hill, Mountain in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Aughertree Fell

Augertree Fell Part of Caldbeck Common. It is just possible to make out two transmitter masts on the skyline - Sandale <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY2639">NY2639</a> (153 metres high) for DAB radio and Caldbeck <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NY2942">NY2942</a> (337 metres high) for Freeview television — Augertree Fell Credit: Oliver Dixon

Aughertree Fell is a prominent hill located in the county of Cumberland, in the northwestern region of England. Rising to an elevation of 345 meters (1,132 feet), it is considered a significant landmark in the area. Situated near the village of Dalston, Aughertree Fell is part of the wider landscape of the Lake District National Park.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive shape and rugged terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Its summit offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Caldbeck Fells and the Solway Firth in the distance.

Aughertree Fell is covered in a mix of heather, grasses, and scattered patches of woodland, providing habitats for a variety of flora and fauna. The hill's slopes are home to an array of bird species, including skylarks and meadow pipits, while its woodlands support populations of roe deer and red squirrels.

The fell is also of historical interest, with evidence of prehistoric settlements in the form of stone circles and cairns found in its vicinity. Additionally, Aughertree Fell played a role in the lead mining industry during the 19th century, with remnants of mine workings still visible today.

Overall, Aughertree Fell stands as a natural and cultural landmark in Cumberland, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty and history of the region.

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Aughertree Fell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.72693/-3.1532583 or Grid Reference NY2537. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Augertree Fell

Part of Caldbeck Common. It is just possible to make out two transmitter masts on the skyline - Sandale NY2639 (153 metres high) for DAB radio and Caldbeck NY2942 (337 metres high) for Freeview television

Oliver Dixon

Caldbeck Common

The skyline is dominated by Skiddaw NY2629 one of the highest mountains in England.

Oliver Dixon

Caldbeck Common

Baggra Yeat Farm NY2636 nestles at the foot of Longlands Fell NY2735.

Oliver Dixon

Track to the disused quarries

David Brown

Down the hill into Uldale

David Brown

Threatening sky over the track by Scawthwaite Mire

David Brown

Chapelhouse Reservoir

Chapelhouse reservoir impounds the waters of the River Ellen and provides water supply to west Cumbria.

Adrian Taylor

The Cumbria Way near Longlands

The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck follows the minor road from Orthwaite, approaching Longlands (next photograph NY2635 : Longlands).

Adrian Taylor

The Cumbria Way near Lowthwaite

The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck follows the minor road from Orthwaite to Longlands (next photograph NY2635 : The Cumbria Way near Longlands).

Adrian Taylor

The Cumbria Way, Lowthwaite

The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck follows the minor road from Orthwaite to Longlands, climbing steeply past the entrance to Lowthwaite (next photograph NY2635 : The Cumbria Way near Lowthwaite).

Adrian Taylor

Direction Sign â Signpost on Aughertree Fell

Located on the southwest side of a road junction on Aughertree Fell in Ireby and Uldale parish. 3 arms and pawn finial. See also Link

and Link. Milestone Society National ID: CU_NY2637

Mike Rayner

Longlands

Longlands is a popular starting point for walkers on the Northern Fells of the Lake District and it is often busy with parked cars. The Cumbria Way low level alternative route, which has followed the road from Orthwaite, finally leaves the tarmac here (next photograph NY2635 : Gate at Longlands).

Adrian Taylor

Gate at Longlands

The gate gives access from the road at Longlands onto the track to Green Head. This is the Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row near Caldbeck (next photograph NY2635 : The Cumbria Way, Longlands).

Adrian Taylor

The Cumbria Way, Longlands

The Cumbria Way low level alternative route from Skiddaw House to Nether Row follows a track leading away from the road at Longlands (next photograph NY2635 : Track near Longlands).

Adrian Taylor

Track near Longlands

The track, climbing away from Longlands is an old road to Green Head and it is part of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph NY2636 : Old road near Longlands).

Adrian Taylor

Woodland edge near Longlands

The woodland occupies a steep slope above a small beck and is composed mainly of larch and scots pine. A substantial dry stone wall separates it from the open fell. The track is an old road from Longlands to Green Head and it is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph NY2736 : Old road near Longlands).

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Old road near Longlands

The old road from Longlands to Green Head is the low level alternative route of The Cumbria Way long distance path (next photograph NY2636 : Woodland edge near Longlands).

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The Cumbria Way near Sworley

The Cumbria Way low level alternative route follows the old road from Longlands to Green Head across the open fell below Lodness (next photograph NY2736 : Charleton Wath).

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Aughertree Fell is located at Grid Ref: NY2537 (Lat: 54.72693, Lng: -3.1532583)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

Also known as: Green How