Northern Hill

Hill, Mountain in Devon East Devon

England

Northern Hill

Shops on School Street in Sidford
Shops on School Street in Sidford Credit: Steve Daniels

Northern Hill is a prominent landmark located in the county of Devon, England. Situated in the northern region of Devon, this hill boasts an impressive elevation and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. With an approximate height of 800 meters above sea level, it is considered one of the highest points in the county.

The hill is characterized by its steep slopes, which are covered in lush green vegetation and dotted with a variety of trees, including oak and beech. The terrain is predominantly rocky, with occasional patches of grass and heather. These features contribute to the hill's rugged and picturesque appearance.

Northern Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting hikers, climbers, and nature lovers alike. Numerous trails crisscross the hill, offering various levels of difficulty for visitors to explore. The pathways meander through dense woodlands, across babbling streams, and up challenging inclines, providing a diverse range of experiences for adventurers.

Wildlife is abundant in the area, with sightings of deer, foxes, and various bird species being common. The hill's remote location and untouched nature contribute to its status as a haven for biodiversity.

At the summit of Northern Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including rolling hills, charming villages, and distant moors. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the coast in the distance.

In conclusion, Northern Hill in Devon is a majestic and scenic destination that offers a wealth of natural beauty and outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. Its impressive elevation, diverse flora and fauna, and captivating views make it a must-visit location for nature enthusiasts.

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Northern Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.697332/-3.2103349 or Grid Reference SY1489. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shops on School Street in Sidford
Shops on School Street in Sidford
The Snodbrook at Sidford Running into the River Sid.
The brook crosses what is shortly to become an industrial estate.
The Snodbrook at Sidford
Running into the River Sid. The brook crosses what is shortly to become an industrial estate.
Sidford laundry Now derelict and closed down awaiting redevelopment.
this building was at one time used to dry sails from the local sailing club.
Sidford laundry
Now derelict and closed down awaiting redevelopment. this building was at one time used to dry sails from the local sailing club.
10 Months on Rather than as many locals suspected, the old laundry building appears to be taking on a new lease of life.
10 Months on
Rather than as many locals suspected, the old laundry building appears to be taking on a new lease of life.
The Rising Sun inn, Sidford The inn is at the crossroads in the centre of the village
The Rising Sun inn, Sidford
The inn is at the crossroads in the centre of the village
A3052, Sidford The A3052 Road runs 27 miles from Charnmouth to Clyst St Mary. It runs parallel to the East Devon coastline, but inland.
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A3052, Sidford
The A3052 Road runs 27 miles from Charnmouth to Clyst St Mary. It runs parallel to the East Devon coastline, but inland. LinkExternal link
Church St, Sidford The A3052 Road runs 27 miles from Charnmouth to Clyst St Mary. It runs parallel to the East Devon coastline, but inland.
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Church St, Sidford
The A3052 Road runs 27 miles from Charnmouth to Clyst St Mary. It runs parallel to the East Devon coastline, but inland. LinkExternal link
Sidford The A3052 Road runs 27 miles from Charnmouth to Clyst St Mary. It runs parallel to the East Devon coastline, but inland.
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Sidford
The A3052 Road runs 27 miles from Charnmouth to Clyst St Mary. It runs parallel to the East Devon coastline, but inland. LinkExternal link
Two Bridges Road to Sidbury Just north of Sidford, the main road heads up to Sidbury, whilst the minor road to the left goes up into the hills around <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/204991">SY1291 : Sidbury Castle</a> and then in the general direction of Wiggaton.
Two Bridges Road to Sidbury
Just north of Sidford, the main road heads up to Sidbury, whilst the minor road to the left goes up into the hills around SY1291 : Sidbury Castle and then in the general direction of Wiggaton.
Sidford milestone Buried deep in the hedge immediately south of the junction, this milestone needed a little excavation before being photographable. It does not appear to be recorded by the Milestone Society, and due to its position in the hedgebank, the lettering is hard to make out for sure, but my best guess is "VII (ie 7th) mile from Honiton to Sidmouth". There is a later OS benchmark at the bottom of the inscription.
Sidford milestone
Buried deep in the hedge immediately south of the junction, this milestone needed a little excavation before being photographable. It does not appear to be recorded by the Milestone Society, and due to its position in the hedgebank, the lettering is hard to make out for sure, but my best guess is "VII (ie 7th) mile from Honiton to Sidmouth". There is a later OS benchmark at the bottom of the inscription.
OS benchmark - Sidford, Two Bridges milestone An OS cutmark on the well-hidden milestone beside the A375 just north of Sidford. It was levelled in 1967 at 46.643m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
OS benchmark - Sidford, Two Bridges milestone
An OS cutmark on the well-hidden milestone beside the A375 just north of Sidford. It was levelled in 1967 at 46.643m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
OS benchmark - Sidford, Kelso An OS cutmark on the wall of house called 'Kelso' on Fry's Lane; originally levelled, probably in 1967, at 52.1m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
OS benchmark - Sidford, Kelso
An OS cutmark on the wall of house called 'Kelso' on Fry's Lane; originally levelled, probably in 1967, at 52.1m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
House (former business?) in Sidford The recess above the front door and the style of the windows suggest that this was a shop or business
House (former business?) in Sidford
The recess above the front door and the style of the windows suggest that this was a shop or business
Public toilets with sheltered benches, Sidford
Public toilets with sheltered benches, Sidford
Sidford's High Street The main road coming into Sidford from the west, at the junction with Fry's Lane.
Sidford's High Street
The main road coming into Sidford from the west, at the junction with Fry's Lane.
OS Flush Bracket - Sidford Flush Bracket 2087 in the wall of 'Cornerways', and originally installed during the Second Geodetic Levelling surveys, in early 1917, when it was levelled at 139ft 4in above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
OS Flush Bracket - Sidford
Flush Bracket 2087 in the wall of 'Cornerways', and originally installed during the Second Geodetic Levelling surveys, in early 1917, when it was levelled at 139ft 4in above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford These two are one half of the group collectively listed at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101097989-hillside-viewrosemary-cottagest-anthonysthe-cottage-sidmouth#.WXsjXoQrKM9," rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101097989-hillside-viewrosemary-cottagest-anthonysthe-cottage-sidmouth#.WXsjXoQrKM9,">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> which are described as "A row of 4 18th C or early 19th C cottages" The others lie to their right, and are seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5478278">SY1390 : Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford</a>
Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford
These two are one half of the group collectively listed at LinkExternal link which are described as "A row of 4 18th C or early 19th C cottages" The others lie to their right, and are seen in SY1390 : Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford
Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford These two properties form the other half of the pair seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5478275">SY1390 : Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford</a>, and collectively given a Grade II listing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101097989-hillside-viewrosemary-cottagest-anthonysthe-cottage-sidmouth#.WXslqYQrKM8" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101097989-hillside-viewrosemary-cottagest-anthonysthe-cottage-sidmouth#.WXslqYQrKM8">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> in 1973.
Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford
These two properties form the other half of the pair seen in SY1390 : Listed cottages on Church Street in Sidford, and collectively given a Grade II listing LinkExternal link in 1973.
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Northern Hill is located at Grid Ref: SY1489 (Lat: 50.697332, Lng: -3.2103349)

Administrative County: Devon

District: East Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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