High Knott facts for kids
High Knott, which some maps call Williamson's Monument, is a cool hill in the eastern part of the English Lake District. It's located near the village of Staveley in Cumbria. A special monument stands on its top.
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Discovering High Knott
High Knott is a well-known "fell," which is a local word for a hill or mountain. It reaches a height of about 901 feet (275 meters). The hill is even featured in a famous book called The Outlying Fells of Lakeland by Alfred Wainwright. Wainwright was a very famous walker and writer who explored all the fells in the Lake District.
The Williamson Monument
The monument you can see on the very top of High Knott was built a long time ago, in 1803. It was put there by a religious leader named Reverend T. Williamson. He built it to honor his father, Thomas Williamson. His father was an amazing person who used to climb this hill every single day before he even had breakfast! It must have been a great way to start the day.
Exploring the Area
Alfred Wainwright's book describes a fun walking route around High Knott. The path usually starts near a very old bridge from the 1600s called Ulthwaite Bridge. This bridge crosses the River Kent.
The walk goes up High Knott first. After that, it makes a big circle, going "clockwise." This means you walk in the same direction as the hands on a clock. The route then takes you to an ancient village site at a place called Hugill. This village was home to early British people many centuries ago. The walk continues over the nice, gentle hills on the west side of the mid-Kentmere valley.
Important Note for Visitors
It's important to know that as of May 2016, the owner of the land does not allow people to go to the very top of High Knott. Always check local signs and rules before planning a visit to any outdoor area.
