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A moorland track for walkers across the Yorkshire Dales National Park leads to Great Britain's highest inn at 1732 feet amsl.

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A moorland track for walkers across the Yorkshire Dales National Park leads to Great Britain's highest inn at 1732 feet amsl.The remote and peaceful setting of the famous Tan Hill Inn at the head of Swaledale and Arkengarthdale.The Hagglund BV206 is used by the Army. Our vehicle is known as Old Peculiar. Designed for use in snow, the amphibious BV206 is just as capable over soft ground or even desert sand. Ideal for a bad winter!Enjoying a pleasant drink outside the famous Tan Hill Inn.... and far away, or maybe not that far away, from the madding crowd!A general view over Tan Hill clearly showing the popularity of this friendly inn in the middle of a magnificent wildscape.A view over part of the famous Tan Hill Sheep Show that is ever so popular with farmers and visitors alike.Judging at the Tan Hill Sheep Show is a time of anticipation for all concerned.... but maybe not the sheep!But the sheep do have a role to play... here Tan the Lamb prepares for England's qualification and hopes he isn't baaa'd from selection by Steve McLaren.One of our feathered 'staff' helping a customer finish off their meal and providing a touch of the unique Tan Hill Cabaret!A Cooper from Theakston's Brewery providing a demonstration outside the Tan Hill Inn with one of the Tan Hill crew.All sorts of visitors arrive at Tan hill Inn.... bringing all types of companions and friends with them. There is always something different to experience in this unique inn at 'The Top of the World'.The bar at Tan Hill is avery popular place with people of all ages and backgrounds.... all enjoying the same thing... a very good time!Tracy enjoying the festivities after her 'work' was done.... if it ever is! The Tan Hill Inn is a popular location for parties and events throughout the year.Tracy receiving the prestigious 'Flagship Award' on behalf of the Tan Hill Inn.An old photograph of the Tan Hill Inn in 1939.... the year of the outbreak of World War 2. Compare the picture with a modern one.An even older photograph dating from 1910 and showing that there were several cottages here at that time.Whether it be due to global warming or climatic oscillations, winters are not as severe as in the past. Looking at this, I think it is best that they aren't!This old photograph from 1937 could start a new quiz show.... 'Find the Inn'!Even in recent years, snowfall can make transport a little difficult... but it is wll worth the visit to enjoy the beautiful snowscapes on a clear day.At such a high altitude the views on a clear day in a snowy winter are very beautiful indeed... whilst a warm welcome awaits inside the Tan Hill Inn.
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