We had our first trip on the 2025 Moorsbus last weekend, and one of my first photos was this shot of Roseberry Topping, seen from the south-west.
We left the bus at Low Green in Great Ayton, and this impressive looking peak was visible over the rooftops, though I had to make full use of my zoom lens to get this shot.
The summit is only 320 metres (around 1050 ft) above sea level, but its shape seems to give it extra height. The steep cliff at this side of the hill was the result of a landslip, partly caused by a fault in the rocks, and partly due to mining activity.
You can just make out a group of people on the summit. It is a popular place, whatever the season, though it is a good few years since I was last on the summit.
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.
This shot is a bit deceptive, since the approaches to the summit from other directions are quite steep but not too difficult, and there is a nice flat area at the summit from which to enjoy the view. Perhaps before the end of the Moorsbus season I might find myself up there to enjoy the views.
Thank you Kathy - the views are quite varied. The Cleveland Hills to the south, flat farmland to the north-west and industrial Middlesborough to the north. Well worth a walk to the top though!
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.
This shot is a bit deceptive, since the approaches to the summit from other directions are quite steep but not too difficult, and there is a nice flat area at the summit from which to enjoy the view. Perhaps before the end of the Moorsbus season I might find myself up there to enjoy the views.
Ian
Thank you Dorothy - one of the advantages of a powerful zoom lens!
Ian
Thank you Kathy - the views are quite varied. The Cleveland Hills to the south, flat farmland to the north-west and industrial Middlesborough to the north. Well worth a walk to the top though!
Ian
Unusual, but an interesting place to explore!
Ian