Green Hill

Green Hill is a fell in north-west England, rising 628 metres above sea level. It stands above Cowan Bridge in Lancashire, close to the borders of Cumbria and North Yorkshire. The hill forms the watershed between the River Dee and Leck Beck, both flowing into the River Lune. Its summit lies about four kilometres west of Whernside, the highest point in North Yorkshire. Ordnance Survey data show Green Hill as one metre higher than Gragareth, its nearest neighbour two kilometres away. The hill is recognised as the county top for historic Lancashire, even though the highest point now lies in Cumbria. The summit itself is broad and grassy, offering wide views in every direction. To the north lie the Howgill Fells and the Lakeland fells, while the Pennines stretch eastwards. Southwards most of North Yorkshire is visible on clear days. Near the top stands the County Stone, a large glacial boulder marking the old meeting point of Westmorland, Yorkshire and Lancashire. This simple marker shows where three historic counties once met. A short walk from the County Stone leads to the highest point, where a trig point stands on a gentle rise. The ground is firm underfoot, with no steep climbs near the summit. The surrounding slopes are covered in rough grass and heather, typical of northern fells. From the top, the landscape unfolds in wide sweeps, with no obstructions to block the view. The air is often clear at this height, making it a quiet spot to take in the scenery.