Knock Murton facts for kids
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Knock Murton seen across Cogra Moss reservoir
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 446.4 m (1,465 ft) |
| Prominence | 140 m (460 ft) |
| Parent peak | Blake Fell |
| Listing | HuMP, Tump, Birkett, Synge, Fellranger, Clem |
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 Knock Murton
Location in Lake District
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| OS grid | NY095191 |
| Topo map | OS Outdoor Leisure 4 |
Knock Murton, also known as Murton Fell, is a hill located in the northwest part of the Lake District, England. It stands about 464.4 metres (1,524 ft) (1,523 feet) tall. This interesting hill is found within the Borough of Copeland in Cumbria.
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Exploring Knock Murton
Knock Murton is a special kind of hill. It is known as a "Fellranger." This means it is described in a popular series of guidebooks by a writer named Richards. These books help people explore the many hills and mountains in the Lake District.
What is a Fellranger?
A Fellranger is a hill that is featured in a specific set of guidebooks. These books help hikers and walkers discover different peaks. Knock Murton is one of 21 such hills. These particular hills were not included in the famous list of 214 peaks by Alfred Wainwright.
A Hill with a History
For a long time, Knock Murton was known as "the forbidden peak." This was because a strong forest fence used to surround the entire hill. It made it very difficult for people to visit or walk on Murton Fell.
Visiting Knock Murton Today
Good news for walkers! Today, there is free access to Knock Murton. You can now walk there easily. One way to reach the hill is from a forest road to the south. Another way is to cross over a stile in the fence to the north. This means more people can enjoy this beautiful part of the Lake District.
