Hartshead Pike.

Took the dog for a walk along the tops. Didn't go close up as the area is muddy from all the rain.

Standing 267 metres above sea level, Hartshead Pike gives lovely views across the surrounding countryside. There are many legends surrounding the area. Stories include myths about old celtic tracks and links with druid hilltop worship. The Romans had a watchtower on the hill during the reign of the emperor Hadrian and later it was used as a fire beacon hill to warn of the approach and later defeat of the Spanish Armada.
The original tower which stood some 50 metres to the north of the present structure and is marked by a millstone, was built in 1751 but was split open by lightning in 1794.
The tower that is on the site today was built in 1863 to celebrate the wedding of the Prince of Wales (later King Edward V11) to Princess Alexandra of Denmark.
There is a substantial network of footpaths, bridleways and quiet country lanes passing through and around the area, making Hartshead Pike an ideal place to go for a stroll, to walk the dog or just enjoy the outdoors.