Great Knoutberry Hill from Crosshills Wold
A 673 m Hewitt in Pennines, Dales & Cheviots, climbed from Crosshills Wold.
- Distance
- 4 km
- Ascent
- 180 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 673 m
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About this walk
Great Knoutberry Hill from Crosshills Wold is a moderate 4 km out-and-back walk with 180 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Crosshills Wold, Coal Road (grid reference SD 780 881). It climbs Great Knoutberry Hill (673 m), a Hewitt.
At 673 m (2,206 ft), Great Knoutberry Hill is one of the Hewitts of Pennines, Dales & Cheviots. Hewitts are the hills of England, Wales and Ireland over 2,000 ft (610 m) that rise at least 30 m above their surroundings.
This route starts from Crosshills Wold, Coal Road and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Crosshills Wold, follow the path and tracks towards Great Knoutberry Hill.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Great Knoutberry Hill.
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Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
673 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Great Knoutberry Hill from Crosshills Wold take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 4 km route, which has 180 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Crosshills Wold, Coal Road (grid reference SD 780 881). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Great Knoutberry Hill (673 m, Hewitt).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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