Fire and police did attended the scene.
Two areas by the road were alight and the fire spread up the hill.
There were no injuries on this occasion.
It was reported that a dark coloured vehicle was seen driving around the Snipe Gill area at the time of incident. Officers are keen to speak with the driver of that vehicle, who was described as a white male aged in his 70's.
Cumbria Police would also like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police on 101 quoting log number 90 of Friday 23 April 2023.
Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers, completely anonymously, on 0800 555 111.