Torpenhow Hill

Torpenhow Hill is a natural elevation in Allerdale, Cumbria, rising to about 366 meters above sea level. The landscape around it features open moorland and pastoral fields crisscrossed by established walking routes.

The name combines three language traditions: Old English 'tor', British 'pen', and Old Norse 'how', all meaning hill. This linguistic layering reflects the different populations that shaped the region over centuries.

Generations of local residents have incorporated this geographical feature into their oral traditions and regional identity since ancient times.

The hill is accessible year-round through marked footpaths starting from the nearby village of Torpenhow. The exposed terrain offers little shelter from weather, so appropriate clothing for changing conditions is advisable.

The name Torpenhow Hill represents a rare linguistic phenomenon where three different words for 'hill' were combined over centuries of language evolution.

GPS coordinates: 54.73967,-3.23478

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:24