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Mountains & hills · North West England

South Top

In or near Elterwater.

🐾 Dog-friendly

South Top — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 834 m.

Long Top - geograph.org.uk - 2782518

Michael Graham — 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
Dalegarth · 8.5 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

South Top is a mountain located in england north west. Elevation: 834 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: Ray and Crinkle Crags SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

South Top is a mountain located in North-West England. It is part of the region's rugged landscape, offering challenging terrain and views of the surrounding area. The mountain attracts walkers and climbers looking for a natural experience in the British outdoors. Its elevation and location make it a notable feature in the local topography.

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

Coordinates
54.4309, -3.1576
Nearest railway station
Dalegarth — 8.5 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Top?
South Top is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is South Top?
South Top — mountain in england north west. Elevation: 834 m.
How do I get to South Top?
The nearest railway station is Dalegarth, about 8.5 km away. Its coordinates are 54.4309°, -3.1576°.
Is South Top a protected site?
Yes — South Top is part of the Ray and Crinkle Crags SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.