Hodge Close Quarry is one of many slate workings in the Tiberthwaite Valley. It's a beautiful natural moment characterised by giant boulders and dense forest. On the other side of the quarry is a great singletrack.

Andy

February 5, 2024

Hiking

What a amazing place

Adam Hayes

July 3, 2025

Mountain biking

Huge hole in the ground.

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Elevation 170 m

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Location: Skelwith, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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