North Pennines
Woldside
595M
1953FT
About Woldside
Rising above the Rawthey Valley near Sedbergh, this quiet shoulder of Baugh Fell offers a pathless, often damp ascent typical of the Southern Fells. Though overshadowed by its higher neighbour, the summit provides a clear perspective across to the steep-sided Howgills and the sprawling, dark plateau of Wild Boar Fell.
Key Statistics
Rank
102nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Yorkshire Dales
Prominence
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34.8m
Nearest Town
North Yorkshire
Geology
Woldside is built on solid limestone and striped layers of mud-based rocks and sandstone. This varied foundation creates the rugged ground beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
SD874830
Latitude
54.2425°N
Longitude
2.1948°W
Did You Know?
- •The name 'Woldside' stems from the Old English 'wald', referring to an area of high, open moorland, combined with its position on the long northern flank of the Baugh Fell massif.
- •Standing here provides an excellent perspective of the Howgills' eastern ramparts, specifically the steep slopes of Cautley Crag and the distant, rounded summit of The Calf.
- •It is classified as a Tump (a hill with at least 30 metres of prominence), making it a quiet alternative for those looking to avoid the busier 'Three Peaks' routes to the south.
- •If you encounter another person at this summit, you have likely both made a similar navigational error while aiming for the higher plateau of Tarn Rigg.