Mountains & hills · North West England
The How
In or near Buttermere.
The How — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 212 m.
Des Colhoun — 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)
- Dog-friendly
About
The How is a mountain located in england north east. Elevation: 212 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: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The How is a mountain located in North-East England. It is notable for its rugged terrain and scenic views. Visitors can expect a variety of walking trails suitable for different skill levels, offering opportunities for both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and offers a chance to experience the local wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5370, -3.4046
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Ennerdale and Kinniside
- Postcode
- CA23 3AT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Whitehaven and Workington
Sources
- osm: n12588524935 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is The How?
- The How is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA23 3AT), in the parish of Ennerdale and Kinniside.
- What is The How?
- The How — mountain in england north east. Elevation: 212 m.
- How do I get to The How?
- The nearest town is Buttermere. Drivers can use postcode CA23 3AT.
- Is The How a protected site?
- Yes — The How is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The How?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CA23 3AT. It sits within the Whitehaven and Workington parliamentary constituency.