High Tove facts for kids
Quick facts for kids High Tove |
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The slope of High Tove rising behind Watendlath and its tarn
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 515 m (1,690 ft) |
| Prominence | c. 16 m |
| Parent peak | High Seat |
| Listing | Wainwright |
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 High Tove
Location in Lake District
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| Location | Cumbria, England |
| Parent range | Lake District, Central Fells |
| OS grid | NY288166 |
| Topo map | OS Explorer OL4 |
High Tove is a hill, also called a fell, located in the middle of England's beautiful Lake District. It's part of a long ridge that runs from north to south. This ridge helps separate the water that flows into Derwentwater lake from the water that flows into Thirlmere lake.
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Exploring High Tove's Landscape
High Tove is part of the Central Fells mountain range. It's like a smaller neighbor to a taller hill called High Seat. A very wet, boggy area known as the Peewits separates High Tove from High Seat. The ridge continues south towards Ullscarf. Along the way, you'll find three dry, rocky spots: Middle Crag, Shivery Knott, and Watendlath Fell.
How Big is High Tove?
High Tove stretches for about one and a half miles along the north-south ridge. It is roughly a mile wide. On its western side, you'll find Watendlath Gill and Blea Tarn Gill. These are streams that flow into Watendlath Tarn.
Discovering Watendlath Tarn
Watendlath Tarn is a popular and pretty lake. People can fish there, and it's full of trout. The tarn is home to many different plants, including beautiful water lilies. It is also quite deep, reaching at least 50 feet down.
Streams and Waterways
On the eastern side of High Tove, you'll find Fisher and Launchy Gills. These streams flow north and south around Armboth Fell. Both of these gills feed into Thirlmere lake.
What is High Tove Made Of?
The very top of High Tove is made of a type of rock called Thirlmere Member. This rock is a kind of hardened volcanic ash, mixed with broken rock pieces. This rocky area sits on top of much softer ground made of loose soil and stones.
Paths and Trails on High Tove
A special path, called a bridleway, crosses High Tove. This path connects Watendlath to Armboth. It's unusual because it goes over the very top of the hill instead of through a lower dip. This helps people avoid the very wet ground. Another path runs along the ridge, following a wire fence. This fence can be very helpful for finding your way through the boggiest parts of the hill.
Reaching the Summit
At the very top of High Tove, there's a large pile of stones called a cairn. A famous fell-walker named Alfred Wainwright once said this cairn "offers a seat to travellers who wish to pour the water out of their boots." This means it's a good spot to rest and dry your feet!
Views from the Top
From the summit, you can see great views on both sides. To the east, you'll see the Helvellyn range nearby. To the west, you can spot many other major fells across the ridge. However, taller hills to the north and south block some of the views in those directions.
