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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· East Midlands

Wicken Hill

In or near Langsett.

Wicken Hill β€” mountain in england east midlands. Elevation: 391 m.

Loftshaw Clough - geograph.org.uk - 4911032

Neil Theasby β€” 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
Penistone Β· 9.0 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Wicken Hill is a mountain located in england east midlands. Elevation: 391 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

Wicken Hill is a mountain located in the East Midlands. It is known for its scenic views and natural landscape. The area offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, appealing to those interested in exploring the countryside. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, suitable for both casual walkers and more experienced hikers.

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

Coordinates
53.4933, -1.7470
Nearest railway station
Penistone β€” 9 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Wicken Hill

Places to stay

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Thurlmoor Farm Camping & Caravan Site

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Hoodlands Farm Campsite

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Paw Hill Caravan Park

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Caravan parks Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Whitegate Leisure Camping & Caravan Site

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Campsites Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Ingfield Farm Caravan Site

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Campsites Β· Yorkshire & the Humber

Rising Sun Farm Campsite

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Places to eat & drink

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Wagon And Horses Public House

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The Oakwood and Oakwood Restaurant

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Mountains & hills Β· East Midlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wicken Hill?
Wicken Hill is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.
What is Wicken Hill?
Wicken Hill β€” mountain in england east midlands. Elevation: 391 m.
How do I get to Wicken Hill?
The nearest railway station is Penistone, about 9.0 km away. Its coordinates are 53.4933Β°, -1.7470Β°.
Is Wicken Hill a protected site?
Yes β€” Wicken Hill is part of the Dark Peak SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.