Mountains & hills · North West England
Grange Scar
In or near Orton.
Grange Scar — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 387.1 m.
John H Darch — 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
- Kirkby Stephen · 9.2 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Grange Scar is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 387.1 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
Photo gallery
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Sunbiggin Tarn & Moors and Little Asby Scar SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Grange Scar is a mountain located in North-West England. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, making it a notable feature in the local landscape. Visitors can expect a variety of walking trails suitable for different skill levels, offering opportunities for outdoor exploration in a natural setting. The area is popular among hikers and climbers, providing a chance to engage with the region's geography.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4815, -2.5035
- District
- Westmorland and Furness
- Parish
- Orton
- Postcode
- CA10 3SQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Westmorland and Lonsdale
- Nearest railway station
- Kirkby Stephen — 9.2 km
Sources
- osm: n434338520 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement
Archaeological sites · 1.3 km
Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement
Archaeological sites · 1.3 km
High Pike
Mountains & hills · 1.6 km
Little Asby Scar
Mountains & hills · 1.8 km
Great Asby Scar National Nature Reserve
Forests & woodlands · 1.8 km
Sunbiggin
Other places · 1.9 km
Sunbiggin Tarn
Wildlife reserves · 2.0 km
Coast to Coast Walk
Long-distance walking trails · 2.1 km
Little Asby
Chapels · 2.4 km
Knott
Mountains & hills · 2.5 km
Pate Hole
Mountains & hills · 2.5 km
Chapel Farm Caravan Park
Caravan parks · 2.5 km
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📷 3Archaeological sites · North West England
Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement
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📷 5Archaeological sites · North West England
Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement
Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement — archaeological in england north west.
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High Pike
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Little Asby Scar
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📷 3Forests & woodlands · North West England
Great Asby Scar National Nature Reserve
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📷 4Where to eat & stay near Grange Scar
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · North West England
Chapel Farm Caravan Park
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📷 5Campsites · North West England
Low Greenside Farm Campsite
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📷 7Hotels · North West England
The Kings Head
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📷 5Caravan parks · North East England
Wild Rose Caravan Site
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Places to eat & drink
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The White Hare Cafe
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📷 5Historic pubs · North East England
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The Cross Keys Temperance Inn
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📷 5Cafés · North West England
Gun Dog Coffee Shop
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Grange Scar?
- Grange Scar is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA10 3SQ), in the parish of Orton.
- What is Grange Scar?
- Grange Scar — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 387.1 m.
- How do I get to Grange Scar?
- The nearest railway station is Kirkby Stephen, about 9.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA10 3SQ.
- Is Grange Scar a protected site?
- Yes — Grange Scar is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Sunbiggin Tarn & Moors and Little Asby Scar SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Grange Scar?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CA10 3SQ. It sits within the Westmorland and Lonsdale parliamentary constituency.