Mountains & hills · North West England
Hawkshead
In or near Abbeystead.
Hawkshead — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 408 m.
Phil Johnstone — 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
- Bentham · 9.3 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Hawkshead is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 408 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: Bowland Fells SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Forest Of Bowland
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Hawkshead is a village located in North-West England, surrounded by the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District. It serves as a base for various mountain activities, including hiking and climbing, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts. The area is characterised by its scenic views and traditional architecture, reflecting the region's heritage. Visitors can explore the nearby trails that offer access to the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding mountains.
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- Coordinates
- 54.0375, -2.5606
- Nearest railway station
- Bentham — 9.3 km
Sources
- osm: n31376755 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hawkshead?
- Hawkshead is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Hawkshead?
- Hawkshead — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 408 m.
- How do I get to Hawkshead?
- The nearest railway station is Bentham, about 9.3 km away. Its coordinates are 54.0375°, -2.5606°.
- Is Hawkshead a protected site?
- Yes — Hawkshead is part of the Bowland Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Forest Of Bowland National Landscape (AONB).