Mountains & hills · North West England
Oaken Head
In or near Claughton.
Oaken Head — a hill or mountain in england north west.
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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
- Carnforth · 4.9 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Oaken Head is a named hill or mountain in england north west, 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
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Forest Of Bowland
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Oaken Head is a mountain located in North-West England. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, attracting hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers various walking trails suitable for different skill levels, providing opportunities for exploration and enjoyment of the natural landscape. Visitors can expect a remote setting, ideal for those seeking tranquility away from urban life.
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- Coordinates
- 54.1042, -2.7095
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Lancaster
- Parish
- Halton-with-Aughton
- Postcode
- LA2 6RL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Morecambe and Lunesdale
- Nearest railway station
- Carnforth — 4.9 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609471 (CC BY 4.0)
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Places to stay
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Places to eat & drink
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The Eagles Head — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Oaken Head?
- Oaken Head is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA2 6RL), in the parish of Halton-with-Aughton.
- What is Oaken Head?
- Oaken Head — a hill or mountain in england north west.
- How do I get to Oaken Head?
- The nearest railway station is Carnforth, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA2 6RL.
- Is Oaken Head a protected site?
- Yes — Oaken Head is part of the Forest Of Bowland National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Oaken Head?
- The nearest railway station is Carnforth, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA2 6RL.