Mountains & hills · Yorkshire & the Humber
West Nab
In or near Marsden.
West Nab — mountain in england yorkshire. Elevation: 500 m.
Colin Park — 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
- Marsden · 4.2 km
- Dog-friendly
About
West Nab is a mountain located in england yorkshire. Elevation: 500 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: Dark Peak SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Nab is a mountain located in Yorkshire. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, appealing to hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers various walking routes that vary in difficulty, making it accessible for different skill levels. Visitors can expect a natural landscape characterised by heather moorland and wildlife.
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- Coordinates
- 53.5757, -1.8860
- District
- Kirklees
- Parish
- Meltham
- Postcode
- HD9 4HW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Colne Valley
- Nearest railway station
- Marsden — 4.2 km
Sources
- osm: n1481844272 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Nab?
- West Nab is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HD9 4HW), in the parish of Meltham.
- What is West Nab?
- West Nab — mountain in england yorkshire. Elevation: 500 m.
- How do I get to West Nab?
- The nearest railway station is Marsden, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode HD9 4HW.
- Is West Nab a protected site?
- Yes — West Nab is part of the Dark Peak SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to West Nab?
- The nearest railway station is Marsden, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HD9 4HW.