Dominating the village of Kettlewell in Upper Wharfedale Great Whernside has attractive west facing slopes but bleak, boggy moorland to its east.
Summit grid ref:
SE 002739
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A superb 1 mile grassy ridge linking the summit of Buckden Pike with the Polish cross is the highlight of a mountain that is the jewel of Wharfedale. There are old lead mines on its west facing slopes.
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At the head of Wharfedale is Yockenthwaite Moor, part of a long sweeping and boggy ridge. The approach from Raydale in the north is the most enjoyable.
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A long grassy ridge separating Wharfedale from lovely Littondale. The highest point is a mile from the expected summit and trig point.
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