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Gowerdale Windy Pits/Peak Scar

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Gowerdale Windy Pits/Peak Scar is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in North Yorkshire, covering 0.05 km². It is one of 230 SSSIs in the county. It lies within the North York Moors National Park.

Thirsk Station is about 13.5 km away to the south-west. Other SSSIs nearby include Caydale and Gormire.

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