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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · North West England

Whatshaw Common

In or near Tebay.

Whatshaw Common — a hill or mountain in england north west.

Moorland wall - geograph.org.uk - 1900613

John H Darch — 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

A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Whatshaw Common is a named hill or mountain in england north west, 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: River Kent and Tributaries SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Shap Fells SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Whatshaw Common is a mountain located in North-West England. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and natural beauty, making it a notable feature in the landscape. Visitors can expect a range of outdoor activities, including hiking and wildlife observation, as well as panoramic views from the summit. The area is suitable for those seeking a natural environment for exploration and recreation.

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Coordinates
54.4491, -2.7079

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Whatshaw Common?
Whatshaw Common is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
What is Whatshaw Common?
Whatshaw Common — a hill or mountain in england north west.
How do I get to Whatshaw Common?
Its coordinates are 54.4491°, -2.7079°.
Is Whatshaw Common a protected site?
Yes — Whatshaw Common is part of the River Kent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Shap Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.