Aller Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset South Somerset

England

Aller Hill

Port Moor Part of the Somerset Levels, where all the lines you see are one sort of ditch or another. Looking north towards Aller Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST4029">ST4029</a>
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Taunton at 1529. — Port Moor Credit: Graham Horn

Aller Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Somerset, England. It is part of the Quantock Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Rising to an elevation of 307 meters (1,007 feet), Aller Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, including grasslands, heather, and bracken. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as deer, rabbits, and a wide range of bird species. The hill's diverse ecosystem provides habitats for many rare and protected species, making it an important area for conservation.

At the summit of Aller Hill, there is a trig point, which serves as a marker for geodetic surveys. This feature adds to the hill's allure for visitors interested in geography and navigation.

There are several walking trails that lead to the top of Aller Hill, offering different levels of difficulty and lengths. The most popular route starts from the nearby village of Crowcombe, taking walkers through picturesque countryside and woodlands before reaching the summit. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views stretching as far as the Bristol Channel and the Welsh mountains.

Aller Hill is not only a natural beauty but also holds historical significance. The area is scattered with ancient burial mounds and remnants of prehistoric settlements, providing tangible links to the region's past.

Overall, Aller Hill is a magnificent natural landmark that showcases the beauty and diversity of Somerset's countryside, making it a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a connection with nature and history.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.061114/-2.8523459 or Grid Reference ST4029. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Port Moor Part of the Somerset Levels, where all the lines you see are one sort of ditch or another. Looking north towards Aller Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST4029">ST4029</a>
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Taunton at 1529.

Port Moor

Part of the Somerset Levels, where all the lines you see are one sort of ditch or another. Looking north towards Aller Hill ST4029 This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Taunton at 1529.

Coy Orchard Tilting Weir

Coy Orchard Tilting Weir

River Parrett near Aller

River Parrett near Aller

Monk's Leaze Clyse on River Parrett

Monk's Leaze Clyse on River Parrett

Middlemoor from Combe

Middlemoor from Combe

River Parrett from Aller Hill

River Parrett from Aller Hill

The Old Pound Inn at Aller

The Old Pound Inn at Aller

Aller St Andrew&#039;s church and farm at Aller

Aller

St Andrew's church and farm at Aller

Aller The Old Pound Inn

Aller

The Old Pound Inn

Aller Ridge Looking south westwards onto the Somerset Levels with the River Parrett in the distance

Aller Ridge

Looking south westwards onto the Somerset Levels with the River Parrett in the distance

Monk's Leaze Clyce on the River Parrett This sluice regulates the flow of water in the River Parrett. It is used to retain water in the summer and to help control flooding in the winter.

Monk's Leaze Clyce on the River Parrett

This sluice regulates the flow of water in the River Parrett. It is used to retain water in the summer and to help control flooding in the winter.

Nightingale Farm at Beer The old Nightingale Farm has been subdivided into a number of smaller units, but retains its historical identity to the locals.

Nightingale Farm at Beer

The old Nightingale Farm has been subdivided into a number of smaller units, but retains its historical identity to the locals.

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Aller Wood View from the A372 near Beer Corner.

Aller Wood

View from the A372 near Beer Corner.

Allerdrove Rhyne This runs beside Aller Drove on the right, which divides North Moor from Aller Moor and connects Pathe to Aller across this narrow stretch of the Somerset Levels. Seen from the junction with Leazeway Drove.

Allerdrove Rhyne

This runs beside Aller Drove on the right, which divides North Moor from Aller Moor and connects Pathe to Aller across this narrow stretch of the Somerset Levels. Seen from the junction with Leazeway Drove.

Rhyne at Longstone This continuation of Black Withies Rhyne bends at Longstone to run beside Aller Drove, the lane on the right. In the distance are buildings at Aller, and Aller Hill.

Rhyne at Longstone

This continuation of Black Withies Rhyne bends at Longstone to run beside Aller Drove, the lane on the right. In the distance are buildings at Aller, and Aller Hill.

Middle Moor A view from the A372 just outside Aller across part of the Somerset levels towards the River Parrett. The field to the right of the zigzagging hedge is shown on the 1:10000 map as an orchard, but on no others (including the 1940 1&quot; map).

Middle Moor

A view from the A372 just outside Aller across part of the Somerset levels towards the River Parrett. The field to the right of the zigzagging hedge is shown on the 1:10000 map as an orchard, but on no others (including the 1940 1" map).

Wood Drove This no through road runs along the plateau above Aller Hill. Here the lane is passing Hill Farm.

Wood Drove

This no through road runs along the plateau above Aller Hill. Here the lane is passing Hill Farm.

North Moor Cattle graze near a conventional-looking haystack on the eastern part of North Moor, seen from Northmoor Drove. According to <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=18892" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=18892">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> , this area was actually the site of a number of medieval stack stands.

The building in the background is Black Withies. Aller Wood, on the slopes of Aller Hill, is in ST4030.

North Moor

Cattle graze near a conventional-looking haystack on the eastern part of North Moor, seen from Northmoor Drove. According to Link

, this area was actually the site of a number of medieval stack stands. The building in the background is Black Withies. Aller Wood, on the slopes of Aller Hill, is in ST4030.

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Aller Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST4029 (Lat: 51.061114, Lng: -2.8523459)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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