Looking from near the summit of Harter Fell the cairn occupies a prominent position overlooking what must have always been the route across these hills. The Roman fort of Hardknott Castle (Mediobogdvm) stands above to the right. Well it would, wouldn’t it? But then we know from experience that Bronze Age peoples (assuming this cairn is actually from that period) often avoided the highest spot. Talking of ‘highest spots’, England’s highest peaks crown the horizon.
Image credit: Robert Gladstone
Gladders,
Panning round leftwards slightly, you would see the area of the Burnmoor complex, situated on a higher level. Surely there is a connection?
Cheers,
TE.
Yeah, I stuck something on about that back in January, as I recall.... although the photos weren't exactly the best I've ever taken. In fact, with the possible exception of the Sunkenkirk, Burnmoor - for my money - is Lakeland's finest site if you consider siting, vibe etc..