North Pennines
The Dodd
614M
2014FT
About The Dodd
Rising as a substantial, peat-clad shoulder of the North Pennines south of Haltwhistle, this 614-metre Hewitt offers a classic experience of the high fells. Its broad, rounded summit is characteristic of the Eastern fells, providing an expansive sense of isolation amidst the heather and bog typical of this quiet upland.
Key Statistics
Rank
83rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
North Pennines
Prominence
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34m
Nearest Town
Northumberland
Geology
Your path climbs across a foundation of sandstone, mudstone, and limestone. These varied layers of rock form the solid core of the fell.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NY791457
Latitude
54.8057°N
Longitude
2.3267°W
Did You Know?
- •The term 'Dodd' is a common Northern English dialect word, likely originating from Middle English 'dodden' (to lop or prune). It describes a hill with a blunt, rounded profile, often used for a secondary summit or a spur of a larger massif.
- •This hill is usually approached from the north near Knarsdale or as part of a high-level circuit including its parent peak, Killhope Law; the terrain between the two is notable for its deep, challenging peat hags.
- •To the north, the summit offers a clear vista over the South Tyne Valley toward the rolling Whin Sill ridge, where the line of Hadrian’s Wall marks the southern edge of the Northumberland National Park.
- •Navigating the summit plateau requires a keen eye for 'bright green' moss, a local code for deep bog that can easily swallow a walking pole—and occasionally a boot.