Lamps Moss Limestone Pavement
Lamps Moss Limestone Pavement
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Lamps Moss Limestone Pavement
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5.0
(6)
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North Pennines National Landscape
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December 10, 2023
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4.7
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31
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The Nine Standards Rigg and Millstones Pillar loop offers a moderate hike through the wild English countryside of the Yorkshire Dales. You will experience varied terrain, from accessible paths to boggy moorland, especially after rain. This 6.5-mile (10.5 km) route involves a steady ascent, gaining 725 feet (221 metres) over approximately 2 hours and 57 minutes. Along the way, you'll encounter the unique Lamps Moss Limestone Pavement, which has a moon-like appearance. The trail provides expansive views across the Vale of Eden from its higher points.
This moderate hike requires good fitness and sure-footedness, particularly on the unpaved and sometimes undefined sections. Be prepared for potentially very boggy and wet conditions underfoot, especially on the peaty moorland around White Mossy Hill after rainfall. Navigation can be tricky in poor weather or low visibility, so ensure you have suitable skills and tools. The route involves sustained climbing to the high moorland, including a steep section around Faraday Gill. A portion of this loop is part of the popular Coast to Coast walk, so expect busy periods.
The most famous feature of this trail is the Nine Standards Rigg, a collection of nine large, dry-stone cairns lining the summit of Hartley Fell. Their origin is a mystery, with theories suggesting they were boundary markers, Roman defenses, or simply built by locals. These iconic cairns are at least 800 years old and have been rebuilt over time. You will also pass the impressive Millstones Pillar, set against a fantastic backdrop. Near the Nine Standards, a trig point marks the true summit and a watershed divide where rivers flow to both the Irish Sea and the North Sea.
3
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6.47km
01:56
170m
180m
This easy 4.0 mile (6.5 km) loop from Tailbridge Neck offers panoramic views and unique limestone pavements in Yorkshire Dales National Park
4.0
(2)
14
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16.5km
04:53
490m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 510 m
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