Good for: Birds, Wildflowers
A very high plateau (>600 m) with the only montane heath in the HDNS area; the best site for montane plants in our area.
Parking
Park in the lay-by by the cattle grid on the minor road from Kettlewell to Coverdale; alternatively from Scar House Reservoir carpark
Access
Easiest access is from the cattle grid on the minor road between Kettlewell and Coverdale; follow footpath to summit ridge
Terrain
High moorland
Habitat:
About the location
Recent bird sightings include dotterel, short-eared owl, dunlin, merlin
Further information
Kettlewell
OS Map Reference
SE 002 739
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