Mountains & hills · Yorkshire & the Humber
Brown Bank
In or near Burnsall.
Brown Bank — a hill or mountain in england yorkshire.
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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
- Embsay · 3.9 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Brown Bank is a named hill or mountain in england yorkshire, 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: West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Brown Bank is a mountain located in Yorkshire. It is part of the region’s rugged terrain, offering notable views of the surrounding landscape. The area is suitable for various outdoor activities, including hiking and climbing, appealing to both casual walkers and experienced adventurers. As a prominent feature of the Yorkshire countryside, it contributes to the region's natural beauty.
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- Coordinates
- 54.0108, -1.9921
- Nearest railway station
- Embsay — 3.9 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12615659 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Brown Bank?
- Brown Bank is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- What is Brown Bank?
- Brown Bank — a hill or mountain in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Brown Bank?
- The nearest railway station is Embsay, about 3.9 km away. Its coordinates are 54.0108°, -1.9921°.
- Is Brown Bank a protected site?
- Yes — Brown Bank is part of the West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Nidderdale National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Brown Bank?
- The nearest railway station is Embsay, about 3.9 km away.