Abbey Hill

Hill, Mountain in Devon Mid Devon

England

Abbey Hill

Hemyock: bluebell walk In the private grounds of Pikes Cottage at Madford where 19 acres of woods and 6 acres of cultivated garden are open to members of the public on certain summer weekends under The National Gardens Scheme - gardens open for charity. The Times featured the estate in 2004. Looking south — Hemyock: bluebell walk Credit: Martin Bodman

Abbey Hill is a prominent hill located in Devon, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, this hill is part of the stunning Dartmoor National Park. With an elevation of approximately 370 meters (1,214 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Abbey Hill is known for its rugged and wild beauty, characterized by its rocky outcrops and sweeping moorland. The hill is covered in a patchwork of heather, grasses, and shrubs, creating a picture-perfect scene that changes with the seasons. In the spring and summer, the hill is adorned with vibrant wildflowers, while autumn brings a stunning display of golden hues.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It offers a variety of walking trails, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging hikes, catering to all levels of fitness. Many visitors choose to embark on the well-known Two Moors Way, a long-distance footpath that passes through the area.

Abbey Hill is not only a haven for walkers but also for wildlife enthusiasts. The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including Dartmoor ponies, sheep, and various bird species. Lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of the elusive and endangered highland cattle, which roam freely in the area.

Overall, Abbey Hill in Devon offers a captivating landscape and a chance to immerse oneself in the natural beauty that Dartmoor National Park has to offer. Whether it's for a leisurely walk, a challenging hike, or simply to enjoy the stunning views, Abbey Hill is a must-visit destination.

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Hemyock: bluebell walk

In the private grounds of Pikes Cottage at Madford where 19 acres of woods and 6 acres of cultivated garden are open to members of the public on certain summer weekends under The National Gardens Scheme - gardens open for charity. The Times featured the estate in 2004. Looking south

Martin Bodman

Hemyock: Scaddings

Prings and Scaddings was site of an 18th century tannery: ‘Devonshire. To be Let for a Term of 7 or 14 years, and entered upon immediately, all that Meffuage and Tenement called by the name of Prings and Scaddings, lately in the possession of Mr Clement Waldron, fituate at Madford, in the parifh of Hemiock .. comprifing of a Dwelling-houfe, Barn, and Outbuildings, and about twenty five acres of very good Orchard, Meadow and Pasture Land, well fituated for a Tannery, that Bufinefs having recently been carried on there ..’ [Exeter Flying Post 2 June 1796 p 2 col 3]. Situated by the Madford Water, a tributary of the Culm, and just downstream from Dunkeswell Abbey, it is very possible that there was originally a medieval tannery associated with the abbey here. Looking west-north-west

Martin Bodman