North Pennines
Sand Edge Common
354M
1162FT
About Sand Edge Common
Rising above the quiet reaches of Coverdale, this modest Tump offers a rugged experience of the eastern Dales. Its heather-clad slopes provide a sense of isolation often missing from the busier peaks. The terrain is typical gritstone moorland—frequently boggy underfoot but rewarding for those seeking solitude away from the honeypot paths.
Key Statistics
Rank
253rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Yorkshire Dales
Prominence
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Nearest Town
Westmorland and Furness
Geology
You are walking on the Great Whin Sill’s hard volcanic rock, layered with limestone and sandstone. These sturdy stones form the rugged landscape beneath your feet.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NZ077405
Latitude
54.6400°N
Longitude
2.3200°W
Did You Know?
- •The name 'Sand Edge' likely refers to the local Millstone Grit geology, where weathered sandstone forms exposed edges along the rim of the moorland common.
- •From the summit, there are excellent, uncrowded views across Coverdale towards the prominent plateau of Penhill and the higher mass of Great Whernside to the west.
- •While classified as a Tump, the 'common' in its name refers to historic land rights rather than the frequency of visitors; you are far more likely to encounter a startled red grouse than another walker.