Mountains & hills · North West England
Fox How
In or near Rydal.
Fox How — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 246 m.
Michael Graham — 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
- Windermere · 8.4 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Fox How is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 246 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: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Fox How is a mountain located in North-West England. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, attracting walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers various trails suitable for different skill levels, providing a chance to explore the natural landscape. The mountain's proximity to nearby towns makes it accessible for day trips and outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4350, -2.9911
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Lakes
- Postcode
- LA22 9LL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Nearest railway station
- Windermere — 8.4 km
Sources
- osm: n11911098981 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fox How?
- Fox How is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA22 9LL), in the parish of Lakes.
- What is Fox How?
- Fox How — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 246 m.
- How do I get to Fox How?
- The nearest railway station is Windermere, about 8.4 km away. The nearest town is Rydal. Drivers can use postcode LA22 9LL.
- Is Fox How a protected site?
- Yes — Fox How is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Fox How?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LA22 9LL. It sits within the Westmorland and Lonsdale parliamentary constituency.