Natural landmarks · North East England
Tees Head
In or near Knock.
Tees Head — a other in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Tees Head is a other located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Moorhouse and Cross Fell SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: MOOR HOUSE-UPPER TEESDALE
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Tees Head is a geographical feature located in the Scottish Lowlands. It marks the source of the River Tees, an important river in northern England. The area is known for its natural beauty and significance in the local ecosystem.
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- Coordinates
- 54.7007, -2.4671
Sources
- osm: node/9880986218 (ODbL)
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📷 5Where to eat & stay near Tees Head
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Tees Head?
- Tees Head is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Tees Head?
- Tees Head — a other in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Tees Head?
- Its coordinates are 54.7007°, -2.4671°.
- Is Tees Head a protected site?
- Yes — Tees Head is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Moorhouse and Cross Fell SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Tees Head free to visit?
- Yes, Tees Head is free to enter.