Mountains & hills · North West England
Benson Knott
In or near New Hutton.
Benson Knott — a hill or mountain in england north west.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Kendal · 3.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Benson Knott is a named hill or mountain in england north west, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Kent and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Benson Knott is a mountain located in North-West England. It is part of the Lake District National Park, known for its rugged terrain and scenic views. The area offers various walking trails suited for different skill levels, allowing visitors to experience the natural beauty of the region. The mountain provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and photography, making it a notable destination for nature enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 54.3408, -2.6961
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Skelsmergh and Scalthwaiterigg
- Postcode
- LA9 6PL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Nearest railway station
- Kendal — 3 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609465 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Benson Knott?
- Benson Knott is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA9 6PL), in the parish of Skelsmergh and Scalthwaiterigg.
- What is Benson Knott?
- Benson Knott — a hill or mountain in england north west.
- How do I get to Benson Knott?
- The nearest railway station is Kendal, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA9 6PL.
- Is Benson Knott a protected site?
- Yes — Benson Knott is part of the River Kent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Benson Knott?
- The nearest railway station is Kendal, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA9 6PL.