What is recorded here
The Knight is a sea cliff composed primarily of Carboniferous limestone, formed around 340 to 320 million years ago through the accumulation of marine sediments. It is notable for its exposure of ancient rock layers that provide insight into the geological history of the English Lake District region.
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Places near here
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Cherry HolmWood · 1364 yd
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Wall HolmIslet · 1424 yd
Church of St PatrickListed building · 1.1 mi
Stybarrow OaksWood · 1.1 mi
St Patrick's WellVisitor information · 1.1 mi
White Lion seatingPicnic place · 1.1 miOther information
Photo: Michael Graham · CC BY-SA 2.0