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Bidston Hill

Hill, Mountain in Cheshire

England

Bidston Hill

Old cottages & church, Bidston
Old cottages & church, Bidston Credit: Colin Park

Bidston Hill is a prominent landmark located in the county of Cheshire, England. Rising to a height of 64 meters (210 feet), it is a hill that offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding areas, including the cities of Liverpool and Birkenhead, as well as the River Mersey. Situated in the village of Bidston, it is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike who come to enjoy its natural beauty and recreational facilities.

The hill is surrounded by Bidston Village, a residential area with historic buildings that date back to the 19th century. Atop the hill stands Bidston Windmill, a well-preserved tower mill that was built in 1800 and used for grinding corn until 1875. Today, the windmill serves as a museum and is open to the public, providing visitors with a glimpse into the area's industrial past.

Bidston Hill is also home to Bidston Hill Observatory, which was established in 1866 and played a crucial role in maritime navigation. The observatory houses a time ball, which was used to signal the precise time to ships in the River Mersey. Visitors can explore the observatory and learn about its history through exhibits and displays.

In addition to its historical significance, the hill boasts extensive woodlands, meadows, and heathland, making it a haven for wildlife and a popular spot for walking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The hill is crisscrossed with well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore its diverse landscapes and enjoy breathtaking views along the way.

Overall, Bidston Hill is a cherished natural and historical gem in Cheshire, offering a blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and recreational opportunities for all to enjoy.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.396435/-3.0733516 or Grid Reference SJ2889. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old cottages & church, Bidston
Old cottages & church, Bidston
St Oswald's Church, Bidston
St Oswald's Church, Bidston
Trains at Bidston Station
Trains at Bidston Station
A snowy Bidston Station – 1970 Looking west from the footbridge which was the only access to the station itself. On the far platform is a diesel multiple unit on the service to New Brighton from Wrexham. In the distance the M53 is under construction. 50 years on <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7020188" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7020188">Link</a> the station is little changed, but there has been substantial tree growth, so typical of the current railway system.
A snowy Bidston Station – 1970
Looking west from the footbridge which was the only access to the station itself. On the far platform is a diesel multiple unit on the service to New Brighton from Wrexham. In the distance the M53 is under construction. 50 years on Link the station is little changed, but there has been substantial tree growth, so typical of the current railway system.
Heading east from Bidston Station – 1970 The scene has changed significantly in 50 years since this view was taken, as seen here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6195108" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6195108">Link</a> . There is no sign of the new road linking to the M53 from Hoylake Road, the full junction to New Brighton – still at that time used by the diesel service from Wrexham – is still in place, as are the distant container gantries at Bidston Dock. The snow covered track to the right is the trackbed of the former freight lines out of Birkenhead Docks used principally by the heavy iron ore trains to the John Summers ironworks at Shotton. As always, there is far more tree growth in 2021 compared with this view. The train is a typical 6-car formation of two 1956-built Class 503 units heading for Liverpool Central (Low Level).
Heading east from Bidston Station – 1970
The scene has changed significantly in 50 years since this view was taken, as seen here Link . There is no sign of the new road linking to the M53 from Hoylake Road, the full junction to New Brighton – still at that time used by the diesel service from Wrexham – is still in place, as are the distant container gantries at Bidston Dock. The snow covered track to the right is the trackbed of the former freight lines out of Birkenhead Docks used principally by the heavy iron ore trains to the John Summers ironworks at Shotton. As always, there is far more tree growth in 2021 compared with this view. The train is a typical 6-car formation of two 1956-built Class 503 units heading for Liverpool Central (Low Level).
Best picnic spot on Bidston Moss Best bench and viewpoint on Bidston Moss. Llandudno and the Carneddau in the frame.
Best picnic spot on Bidston Moss
Best bench and viewpoint on Bidston Moss. Llandudno and the Carneddau in the frame.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 1 View from King George's Way looking through the pines towards Flaybrick Cemetery.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 1
View from King George's Way looking through the pines towards Flaybrick Cemetery.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 2 View from King George's Way looking towards Flaybrick Cemetery. At this date the chapels were still in use and the fine spire intact. Today the spire has been truncated and the chapels are ruinous, although Listed Grade II.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 2
View from King George's Way looking towards Flaybrick Cemetery. At this date the chapels were still in use and the fine spire intact. Today the spire has been truncated and the chapels are ruinous, although Listed Grade II.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 3 Path towards the windmill. This is largely the naked sandstone, with puddles between which on this day were heavily frozen.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 3
Path towards the windmill. This is largely the naked sandstone, with puddles between which on this day were heavily frozen.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 4 Bidston Windmill from the south west. The windmill dates from the late 18th century, was restored in 1894 and again in 1971. It is Listed Grade II*.
On Bidston Hill – Boxing Day 1968 – 4
Bidston Windmill from the south west. The windmill dates from the late 18th century, was restored in 1894 and again in 1971. It is Listed Grade II*.
Flaybrick Memorial Gardens & ruinous chapels
Flaybrick Memorial Gardens & ruinous chapels
Bidston Windmill
Bidston Windmill
Bidston Observatory, Bidston Hill
Bidston Observatory, Bidston Hill
Side gate at Bidston Lighthouse
Side gate at Bidston Lighthouse
Bidston Lighthouse Britain's most inland lighthouse.
Bidston Lighthouse
Britain's most inland lighthouse.
Bidston Lighthouse - main door
Bidston Lighthouse - main door
The Spinney The Spinney path from the highest part near West Drive
The Spinney
The Spinney path from the highest part near West Drive
A damaged benchmark At this coordinate, there is supposed to be an OS benchmark, but it has been logged as destroyed. The logger makes the note "Wall shows signs of repair, and there is no trace of this mark." <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm106864" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm106864">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>. However, on closer inspection, one can make out the line and arrow on the pale stone diagonally up from the seedling in the lower right corner of the photo. The benchmark was originally 0.5 m above ground level. I suspect that the wall was partly demolished when it was repaired, and this stone found itself in a different position in the wall.
A damaged benchmark
At this coordinate, there is supposed to be an OS benchmark, but it has been logged as destroyed. The logger makes the note "Wall shows signs of repair, and there is no trace of this mark." LinkExternal link. However, on closer inspection, one can make out the line and arrow on the pale stone diagonally up from the seedling in the lower right corner of the photo. The benchmark was originally 0.5 m above ground level. I suspect that the wall was partly demolished when it was repaired, and this stone found itself in a different position in the wall.
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Bidston Hill is located at Grid Ref: SJ2889 (Lat: 53.396435, Lng: -3.0733516)

Unitary Authority: Wirral

Police Authority: Merseyside

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