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The Great Britain Guide

Climbing & bouldering crags · Yorkshire & the Humber

Peak Scar

In or near Over Silton.

Peak Scar — a climbing crag in england yorkshire.

A steep drop into Gowerdale - geograph.org.uk - 1833862

Gordon Hatton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h

About

Peak Scar is a climbing crag located in england yorkshire, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Gowerdale Windy Pits/Peak Scar SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: North York Moors SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Peak Scar is a climbing crag located in Yorkshire. It offers a variety of routes suitable for climbers of different skill levels. The crag is known for its distinctive rock formations and scenic surroundings, making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors. Expect a rugged outdoor environment that provides a challenging experience for climbing enthusiasts.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.2879, -1.1882
Parish
Hawnby
Postcode
YO62 5QX
Parliamentary constituency
Thirsk and Malton

Sources

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Places to stay

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Peak Scar?
Peak Scar is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO62 5QX), in the parish of Hawnby.
What is Peak Scar?
Peak Scar — a climbing crag in england yorkshire.
How do I get to Peak Scar?
Drivers can use postcode YO62 5QX.
Is Peak Scar a protected site?
Yes — Peak Scar is part of the Gowerdale Windy Pits/Peak Scar SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North York Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Peak Scar?
Drivers can navigate to postcode YO62 5QX. It sits within the Thirsk and Malton parliamentary constituency.