High Cup Nick is the best example of a glaciated u-shaped valley in Northern England. Situated high on the western flanks of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, …
This peak, with an altitude of 481 metres (1,578 ft), is considered a Marilyn, which are hills with a prominence greater than 150 metres. The easiest way to reach it is from the village of Dufton.
At an altitude of nearly 800 metres, you'll find this summit and its cairn, which can be the ideal prelude to continue on to Great Dun Fell and break the 800 metres barrier.
The Pennine Way bridleway follows Narrow Gate path along the awe-inspiring northern edge of High Cup Nick. The trail is great to ride, and the views are magnificent!
Backstone Edge at 699 metres is a UK-designated Nuttall, and is not famed for its distinctive summit or views. It lies between High Cup Nick and Dufton Pike, and as …