Why this matters
Standedge is a prominent gritstone escarpment in the Pennines, reaching approximately 380 metres in height. It forms part of the historic Standedge Tunnel route and is associated with local folklore, including tales of hidden treasure and ancient druidic activity. The area matters as a key geographical and cultural landmark in the Kirklees region.
What is recorded here
Standedge is shown as a mountain / peak on the public map of Kirklees. The saved point is the map point or the centre of its mapped shape.
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