Middlehope Moor from Allenheads
A 612 m Hewitt in Pennines, Dales & Cheviots, climbed from Allenheads.
- Distance
- 2.3 km
- Ascent
- 80 m
- Time
- 0.5–1 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 612 m
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About this walk
Middlehope Moor from Allenheads is a moderate 2.3 km out-and-back walk with 80 m of ascent, taking 0.5 to 1 hours. It starts at Allenheads, B6295 (grid reference NY 855 436). It climbs Middlehope Moor (612 m), a Hewitt.
Middlehope Moor is a 612 m Hewitt in 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 Allenheads, B6295 and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Allenheads, follow the path and tracks towards Middlehope Moor.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Middlehope Moor.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
612 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Middlehope Moor from Allenheads take?
- Most walkers take 0.5–1 hours for the 2.3 km route, which has 80 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 Allenheads, B6295 (grid reference NY 855 436). 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?
- Middlehope Moor (612 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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