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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · East Midlands

Slitherstone Hill

In or near Edale.

Slitherstone Hill — a hill or mountain in england east midlands.

B6061 towards Sparrowpit - geograph.org.uk - 2509683

Anthony Parkes — 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
Edale · 3.4 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Slitherstone Hill is a named hill or mountain in england east midlands, 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

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Castleton SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Slitherstone Hill is a mountain located in the East Midlands. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, with opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and varying terrain, appealing to hikers and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can expect scenic views and a chance to explore the diverse flora and fauna of the hills.

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Coordinates
53.3344, -1.8176
Nearest railway station
Edale3.4 km

Sources

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Places to stay

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Slitherstone Hill?
Slitherstone Hill is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.
What is Slitherstone Hill?
Slitherstone Hill — a hill or mountain in england east midlands.
How do I get to Slitherstone Hill?
The nearest railway station is Edale, about 3.4 km away. Its coordinates are 53.3344°, -1.8176°.
Is Slitherstone Hill a protected site?
Yes — Slitherstone Hill is part of the Castleton SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Slitherstone Hill?
The nearest railway station is Edale, about 3.4 km away.