Mountains & hills · North West England
High Scawdel
In or near Grange in Borrowdale.
High Scawdel — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 556 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
High Scawdel is a mountain located in england north east. Elevation: 556 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 Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Buttermere Fells SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
High Scawdel is a mountain located in North-East England. It is part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering striking views of the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its diverse wildlife and geological features, making it a notable spot for walking and outdoor activities. Visitors can expect rugged terrain and varied hiking routes suitable for different skill levels.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5237, -3.1854
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Borrowdale
- Postcode
- CA12 5XW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Penrith and Solway
Sources
- osm: n3565762454 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is High Scawdel?
- High Scawdel is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CA12 5XW), in the parish of Borrowdale.
- What is High Scawdel?
- High Scawdel — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 556 m.
- How do I get to High Scawdel?
- Drivers can use postcode CA12 5XW.
- Is High Scawdel a protected site?
- Yes — High Scawdel is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Buttermere Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to High Scawdel?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CA12 5XW. It sits within the Penrith and Solway parliamentary constituency.