List of counties of England and Wales in 1964 by highest point facts for kids

This article explores the highest points in the counties of England and Wales as they were in 1964. Back then, these areas were mostly based on very old, traditional regions called "ancient counties." Some of these ancient counties were also divided into smaller "administrative counties" for easier management. For example, Cambridgeshire was split into the Isle of Ely and Cambridgeshire, and Yorkshire was divided into the East, North, and West Ridings.

England and Wales, showing county tops in 1964

Discovering the Tallest Hills in England and Wales (1964)

Have you ever wondered which parts of England and Wales have the highest ground? This list shows the tallest points in each county as they were in 1964. It's like a roll call of the biggest hills and mountains across the country!

How Were Counties Organized in 1964?

In 1964, the way counties were set up was a bit different from today. Most were based on "ancient counties," which are traditional areas that have existed for a very long time. However, some larger counties were split into smaller "administrative counties" to help with local government.

For example:

• Hampshire was divided into the Isle of Wight and Hampshire.
• Lincolnshire was split into the Parts of Holland, Kesteven, and Lindsey.
• Yorkshire had three main parts: the East, North, and West Ridings.

These divisions helped manage different parts of the larger regions.

Which Counties Had the Highest Peaks?

The table below lists the counties of England and Wales by their highest point, from the tallest to the lowest. You'll see the name of the county, the country it's in (England or Wales), how tall the highest point is in metres and feet, and the name of that hill or mountain.