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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· North West England

Drygill Head

In or near Threlkeld.

Drygill Head β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 622 m.

Groove of Drygill Beck - geograph.org.uk - 5985502

Trevor Littlewood β€” 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
Threlkeld Quarry Station Β· 9.7 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Drygill Head is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 622 m. 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: Skiddaw Group SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Drygill Head is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. This peak offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, attracting walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The surrounding area features a mix of natural beauty and varied terrain, suitable for exploration and trekking.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.6982, -3.0594
Nearest railway station
Threlkeld Quarry Station β€” 9.7 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Drygill Head

Places to stay

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Drygill Head?
Drygill Head is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
What is Drygill Head?
Drygill Head β€” mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 622 m.
How do I get to Drygill Head?
The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry Station, about 9.7 km away. Its coordinates are 54.6982Β°, -3.0594Β°.
Is Drygill Head a protected site?
Yes β€” Drygill Head is part of the Skiddaw Group SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.