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Bossington Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

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Bossington Hill

Thatched cottage at Bossington c.1970
Thatched cottage at Bossington c.1970 Credit: Ronald Searle

Bossington Hill is a prominent hill located in Somerset, England. It forms part of the picturesque Exmoor National Park, renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and diverse wildlife. With an elevation of 517 meters (1,696 feet), Bossington Hill stands as one of the highest points in the region, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

This hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting hikers, walkers, and nature lovers alike. Its well-maintained footpaths and trails make it easily accessible for visitors of all abilities. The landscape of Bossington Hill is characterized by rolling grassy slopes, heather-covered moorland, and ancient woodlands, providing a rich and diverse habitat for a variety of plant and animal species.

At its peak, the hill offers stunning vistas that stretch across the Bristol Channel to the Welsh coastline, and on clear days, even as far as the Brecon Beacons. The striking natural beauty of the area has inspired artists and poets throughout the years, and it continues to captivate visitors with its tranquil and serene atmosphere.

Bossington Hill is also steeped in history, with evidence of human occupation dating back thousands of years. The nearby Iron Age hillfort of Selworthy Beacon serves as a reminder of the area's ancient past. Visitors to the hill can explore these historic sites while immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Overall, Bossington Hill in Somerset stands as a captivating destination, offering a unique blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and abundant wildlife.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.22478/-3.5720069 or Grid Reference SS9048. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thatched cottage at Bossington c.1970
Thatched cottage at Bossington c.1970
Allerford's packhorse bridge The bridge now only carries those on foot, other traffic takes the ford alongside.
Allerford's packhorse bridge
The bridge now only carries those on foot, other traffic takes the ford alongside.
South West Coast Path The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails. Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
South West Coast Path
The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails. Website: LinkExternal link
Allerford Post Office c.1970 Still the village Post Office to this day. Allerford, along with Bossington and Selworthy, is contained within the National Trust’s Holnicote Estate, which takes in over 12,000 acres of Exmoor coast and countryside.
Allerford Post Office c.1970
Still the village Post Office to this day. Allerford, along with Bossington and Selworthy, is contained within the National Trust’s Holnicote Estate, which takes in over 12,000 acres of Exmoor coast and countryside.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on the small dam. It marks a point 246.639m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on the small dam. It marks a point 246.639m above mean sea level.
Luccombe : Bossington Hill Looking towards Bossington Hill and beyond to the Bristol Channel. The Prince of Wales Bridge and Severn Bridge can be seen in the very hazy distance.
Luccombe : Bossington Hill
Looking towards Bossington Hill and beyond to the Bristol Channel. The Prince of Wales Bridge and Severn Bridge can be seen in the very hazy distance.
Porlock : Bossington Hill Looking across to Bossington Hill and beyond to the Bristol Channel.
Porlock : Bossington Hill
Looking across to Bossington Hill and beyond to the Bristol Channel.
Porlock Bay from the South West Coastal Path Porlock Weir and Gore Point are visible in the distance.
Porlock Bay from the South West Coastal Path
Porlock Weir and Gore Point are visible in the distance.
The Eastern limit of Porlock Bay viewed from The South West Coastal Path
The Eastern limit of Porlock Bay viewed from The South West Coastal Path
Hurlstone Point and Porlock Bay viewed from the South West Coastal Path
Hurlstone Point and Porlock Bay viewed from the South West Coastal Path
Bossington Beach and Porlock Bay viewed from the South West Coastal Path The true scale of this beach is only appreciated when you notice the two individuals walking along the shingle ridge in the centre. The stones are large and walking is very difficult.
Bossington Beach and Porlock Bay viewed from the South West Coastal Path
The true scale of this beach is only appreciated when you notice the two individuals walking along the shingle ridge in the centre. The stones are large and walking is very difficult.
A newly installed walkway to aid progress across a flooded salt marsh on the South West Coastal Path
A newly installed walkway to aid progress across a flooded salt marsh on the South West Coastal Path
West Somerset's favourite sunset viewpoint? Overlooking Porlock Bay, with Foreland Point on the horizon. There must be quite a few viewpoints that people in West Somerset can go to view a sunset that promises to be spectacular. This is probably the most popular. The advantage of this location is its relative easy & quick accessibility, combined with quiet and serene surroundings. And the possibility of seeing deer on the move in the fading twilight.
West Somerset's favourite sunset viewpoint?
Overlooking Porlock Bay, with Foreland Point on the horizon. There must be quite a few viewpoints that people in West Somerset can go to view a sunset that promises to be spectacular. This is probably the most popular. The advantage of this location is its relative easy & quick accessibility, combined with quiet and serene surroundings. And the possibility of seeing deer on the move in the fading twilight.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the SE face of the Lime Kiln. It marks a point 6.462m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the SE face of the Lime Kiln. It marks a point 6.462m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the Methodist Chapel. It marks a point 17.654m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the Methodist Chapel. It marks a point 17.654m above mean sea level.
Bossington Beach
Bossington Beach
Bossington Village
Bossington Village
At the bottom of Hurlstone Comb The South West Coast Path at the bottom of Hurlestone Combe where the path turns southwards heading towards Bossington. AT the end of what has been a very wet first day on the SWCP in the background the hills above Porlock are shrouded in low cloud.
At the bottom of Hurlstone Comb
The South West Coast Path at the bottom of Hurlestone Combe where the path turns southwards heading towards Bossington. AT the end of what has been a very wet first day on the SWCP in the background the hills above Porlock are shrouded in low cloud.
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Bossington Hill is located at Grid Ref: SS9048 (Lat: 51.22478, Lng: -3.5720069)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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