Mountains & hills · North West England
Great How (Thirlmere)
In or near Grange in Borrowdale.
Great How (Thirlmere) — a hill or mountain in england north east.
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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
- Threlkeld Quarry · 5.6 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Great How (Thirlmere) is a named hill or mountain in england north east, 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 Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Thirlmere Woods SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Great How is a mountain located in North-East England, situated near Thirlmere. It is known for its scenic views and hiking opportunities. The area attracts walkers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking to explore the rugged terrain and enjoy the natural landscape. The surrounding region offers various trails suitable for different skill levels.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5590, -3.0626
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn
- Postcode
- CA12 4TN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Penrith and Solway
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry — 5.6 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-7731788 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Great How (Thirlmere)?
- Great How (Thirlmere) is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CA12 4TN), in the parish of St John's Castlerigg and Wythburn.
- What is Great How (Thirlmere)?
- Great How (Thirlmere) — a hill or mountain in england north east.
- How do I get to Great How (Thirlmere)?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA12 4TN.
- Is Great How (Thirlmere) a protected site?
- Yes — Great How (Thirlmere) is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Thirlmere Woods SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Great How (Thirlmere)?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA12 4TN.