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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· North West England

Great Robert Hill

In or near Holcombe.

Great Robert Hill β€” mountain in england north west. Elevation: 266 m.

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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
Entwistle Β· 4.6 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Great Robert Hill is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 266 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: West Pennine Moors SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Great Robert Hill is a mountain located in North-West England. It is notable for its rugged terrain and prominent elevation within the region. The hill is part of the scenic landscape that attracts walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can expect a challenging ascent with rewarding views of the surrounding countryside.

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Coordinates
53.6402, -2.4783
Parish
North Turton
Postcode
BL7 8BL
Parliamentary constituency
Rossendale and Darwen
Nearest railway station
Entwistle β€” 4.6 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Great Robert Hill?
Great Robert Hill is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BL7 8BL), in the parish of North Turton.
What is Great Robert Hill?
Great Robert Hill β€” mountain in england north west. Elevation: 266 m.
How do I get to Great Robert Hill?
The nearest railway station is Entwistle, about 4.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode BL7 8BL.
Is Great Robert Hill a protected site?
Yes β€” Great Robert Hill is part of the West Pennine Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Great Robert Hill?
The nearest railway station is Entwistle, about 4.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BL7 8BL.