Loadpot Hill, Mountain summit in Lake District, England
Description
Loadpot Hill is a mountain summit in the Lake District reaching about 670 meters high. The western slopes drop steeply toward Fusedale, where Fusedale Beck flows down to Ullswater.
History
The mountain lies along an ancient Roman road called High Street that connected settlements across this region. This trade route influenced travel and communication patterns for centuries.
Culture
The Roman road known as High Street, which traverses the main ridge toward the summit, represents the historical connectivity patterns of ancient British civilizations.
Practical
You can reach the summit from several starting points including Bampton or Helton using the eastern ridge route. Routes from the northeast through Pooley Bridge and Askham provide good access as well.
Did you know?
Concrete foundations on the summit are all that remain of Lowther House, a former shooting lodge. These ruins show a time when the mountain was used for recreational purposes.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (United Kingdom).
Haweswater Reservoir
4.7 km
St Martin's Church, Martindale
2.2 km
Gowbarrow Fell
6.2 km
Place Fell
5.2 km
Hallin Fell
2.9 km
Kidsty Pike
5.6 km
Angletarn Pikes
5.4 km
The Nab
3.6 km
Arthur's Pike
2.6 km
St Peter's Church, Martindale
2.3 km
High Raise
4.7 km
The Knott
5.7 km
Beda Fell
2.9 km
Brock Crags
956 m
Steel Knotts
1.6 km
Rampsgill Head
5.3 km
Bonscale Pike
2.1 km
Howtown Hotel
2 km
Rest Dodd
5 km
All Saints Church, Watermillock
5.5 km
White Raise round cairn, Askham Fell
5.5 km
Lyulph's Tower
5.6 km
Naddle Old Bridge (Immediately To East Of Present Bridge)
5.8 km
Ring cairn on Askham Fell including The Cop Stone
5.3 km
Round cairn on Askham Fell, 270m north of The Cop Stone
5.5 km
Two round cairns 415m and 420m NNE of The Cockpit, Moor Divock
5.4 km
The Cockpit stone circle and seven adjacent clearance cairns, Moor Divock
5 km
Round cairn on Heughscar Hill
6.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes