North Pennines
Proctor High Mark
531M
1742FT
About Proctor High Mark
Situated on the rugged eastern shoulder of Baugh Fell, this quiet moorland summit offers a sense of isolation often missing from busier Dales peaks. The terrain is characteristically peaty and wild. From the top, you’ll earn clear views across Garsdale to Rise Hill and north towards the limestone-capped Wild Boar Fell.
Key Statistics
Rank
158th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Yorkshire Dales
Prominence
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44m
Nearest Town
North Yorkshire
Geology
Proctor High Mark consists of multiple layers of limestone, including the Gayle and Hawes formations. These layers of rock make up the ground beneath your feet.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
SD937676
Latitude
54.1042°N
Longitude
2.0978°W
Did You Know?
- •The term 'High Mark' is frequently used in the Yorkshire Dales to denote a significant high point or boundary marker, while 'Proctor' likely references a local farming family who historically held grazing rights here.
- •It is often bagged alongside its parent peak, Baugh Fell; the traverse between the two involves navigating some of the more persistent peat hags in the Southern Fells.
- •The summit offers an excellent vantage point for watching trains on the Settle-Carlisle line as they navigate the steep climb toward Ais Gill summit.
- •Visiting this summit is an excellent way to ensure your waterproof boots are as high-performance as the salesperson claimed.