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Almscliffe Crag

In or near Arthington.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Almscliffe Crag — mountain in england yorkshire.

Almscliffe Crag, mountains & hills in Yorkshire & the Humber

Chris Heaton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Weeton · 1.7 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Almscliffe Crag is a mountain located in england yorkshire. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Great Almscliff Crag SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Almscliffe Crag is a prominent gritstone outcrop located in Yorkshire. It is known for its distinctive rock formations, which attract climbers and walkers alike. The crag offers a variety of climbing routes, catering to different skill levels. The surrounding area features scenic views and walking paths, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Coordinates
53.9365, -1.5930
Parish
Stainburn
Postcode
LS17 0ER
Parliamentary constituency
Skipton and Ripon
Nearest railway station
Weeton — 1.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Almscliffe Crag?
Almscliffe Crag is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS17 0ER), in the parish of Stainburn.
What is Almscliffe Crag?
Almscliffe Crag — mountain in england yorkshire.
How do I get to Almscliffe Crag?
The nearest railway station is Weeton, about 1.7 km away. The nearest town is Arthington. Drivers can use postcode LS17 0ER.
Is Almscliffe Crag a protected site?
Yes — Almscliffe Crag is part of the Great Almscliff Crag SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Nidderdale National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Almscliffe Crag?
The nearest railway station is Weeton, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LS17 0ER.