Whernside
Whernside is situated in the north of England. Located within the Yorkshire Dales, with an elevation of 736 m (2,415 ft), it is the highest of the Yorkshire’s Three Peaks. The mountain forms a long ridge and views from the summit stretch over to the Lake District, Morecambe Bay, and on a clear day, even Blackpool tower, located some 40 miles away.
To follow the most straight-forward route to the summit, start at Ribblehead. This route will take you past the magnificent Victorian Ribblehead Viaduct constructed in the 1870s.
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| landscapeHeight | language Country | trip_originRegion |
|---|---|---|
| 736 m (2,415 ft) | England | Yorkshire West Riding |
| gps_fixedLat/Lng | placeGrid Ref | mapOS Map |
| 54.22779846,-2.40264665 | SD 7384 8141 | OL2: Yorkshire Dales |
