Burrow Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset South Somerset

England

Burrow Hill

View from Burrow Hill
View from Burrow Hill Credit: Pam Goodey

Burrow Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Somerset, England. Standing at an elevation of 97 meters (318 feet), it is not considered a mountain but rather a hill. The summit of Burrow Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

Situated near the village of Kingsbury Episcopi, Burrow Hill is part of a range of hills known as the Polden Hills. It is famed for its cider orchards and is home to the renowned Burrow Hill Cider Farm, which has been producing traditional Somerset cider for over 200 years. The farm's orchards are filled with a variety of apple trees, including the famous Kingston Black apple, which is used in the production of their award-winning ciders.

The hill itself is characterized by its gently sloping sides and lush greenery. It is predominantly used for agricultural purposes, with fields of crops and grazing livestock dotting the landscape. Burrow Hill is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects.

In addition to its natural beauty, Burrow Hill has historical significance. The area has evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age, and several archaeological sites can be found in the vicinity. These include burial mounds and ancient trackways, providing insight into the region's past.

Overall, Burrow Hill is a picturesque and culturally significant landmark in Somerset. Its combination of natural beauty, agricultural heritage, and historical importance make it a must-visit destination for those exploring the area.

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Burrow Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.977463/-2.8354008 or Grid Reference ST4120. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from Burrow Hill
View from Burrow Hill
View from Burrow Hill
View from Burrow Hill
Disused Westport canal in Hambridge
Disused Westport canal in Hambridge
Burrow Hill from Barrington
Burrow Hill from Barrington
Burrow Hill The perfect hill, for this day, anyway, after hours spent mainly on the levels. A ewe awaits me beside the solitary hilltop tree. One public footpath leads to the top, another passes along the left side.
Burrow Hill
The perfect hill, for this day, anyway, after hours spent mainly on the levels. A ewe awaits me beside the solitary hilltop tree. One public footpath leads to the top, another passes along the left side.
Tree on Burrow Hill Approaching the sycamore on top of the hill shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3434266">ST4120 : Burrow Hill</a>.
Tree on Burrow Hill
Approaching the sycamore on top of the hill shown in ST4120 : Burrow Hill.
Lamb on Burrow Hill A number of lambs and ewes had climbed to enjoy the view. In shadow behind is the church at Kingsbury Episcopi <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/45554">ST4321 : Kingsbury Episcopi: church</a>, with housing at Stembridge nearer at hand.
Lamb on Burrow Hill
A number of lambs and ewes had climbed to enjoy the view. In shadow behind is the church at Kingsbury Episcopi ST4321 : Kingsbury Episcopi: church, with housing at Stembridge nearer at hand.
Trig point on Burrow Hill Only 77 metres above sea level but a commanding view in all directions. The houses behind the pillar are at Lower Burrow; the levels beyond are West Moor.
Trig point on Burrow Hill
Only 77 metres above sea level but a commanding view in all directions. The houses behind the pillar are at Lower Burrow; the levels beyond are West Moor.
Sheep on Burrow Hill With the shadow of the sycamore shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3434344">ST4120 : Tree on Burrow Hill</a>. Below are houses along Burrow Way.
Sheep on Burrow Hill
With the shadow of the sycamore shown in ST4120 : Tree on Burrow Hill. Below are houses along Burrow Way.
Sheep on Burrow Hill In the background is a detail of the scene in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3434459">ST4120 : Sheep on Burrow Hill</a>, with orchards on either side of Burrow Way.
Sheep on Burrow Hill
In the background is a detail of the scene in ST4120 : Sheep on Burrow Hill, with orchards on either side of Burrow Way.
Pass Vale Farm A view from the top of Burrow Hill. The farm is the HQ of The Somerset Cider Brandy Company (Burrow Hill Cider).
Pass Vale Farm
A view from the top of Burrow Hill. The farm is the HQ of The Somerset Cider Brandy Company (Burrow Hill Cider).
House in Stembridge Ash This is the view south along New Cross Hill which runs from Stembridge up to New Cross.
House in Stembridge Ash
This is the view south along New Cross Hill which runs from Stembridge up to New Cross.
Yonder Drove On West Moor, and bordered on both sides by rhynes. Seen from New Road.
Yonder Drove
On West Moor, and bordered on both sides by rhynes. Seen from New Road.
Westmoor Drove The drove carries footpath L 17/58 from New Road.
Westmoor Drove
The drove carries footpath L 17/58 from New Road.
New Road Across the levels of West Moor. Hard to spot in the distance are the sign for, and parapet of, Middle Bridge, in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST4021">ST4021</a>. Seen here from the crossing of Burrow Drove (right) and Westmoor Drove.
New Road
Across the levels of West Moor. Hard to spot in the distance are the sign for, and parapet of, Middle Bridge, in ST4021. Seen here from the crossing of Burrow Drove (right) and Westmoor Drove.
Burrow Drove This drove across West Moor, seen from New Road (the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3471813">ST4020 : New Road</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3471799">ST4020 : Westmoor Drove</a>), carries bridleway L 17/13.
Burrow Drove
This drove across West Moor, seen from New Road (the same spot as ST4020 : New Road and ST4020 : Westmoor Drove), carries bridleway L 17/13.
Towards Burrow Hill Looking across West Moor from the spot on New Road where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3471813">ST4020 : New Road</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3471821">ST4020 : Burrow Drove</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3471799">ST4020 : Westmoor Drove</a> were taken. Burrow Hill is largely in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST4120">ST4120</a>.
Towards Burrow Hill
Looking across West Moor from the spot on New Road where ST4020 : New Road, ST4020 : Burrow Drove and ST4020 : Westmoor Drove were taken. Burrow Hill is largely in ST4120.
Higher Burrow Farmhouse "C16/C17" <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=22418" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=22418">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> . Smartly thatched and with mullioned windows. Seen from the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3471840">ST4019 : New Road</a>.
Higher Burrow Farmhouse
"C16/C17" LinkExternal link . Smartly thatched and with mullioned windows. Seen from the same spot as ST4019 : New Road.
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Burrow Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST4120 (Lat: 50.977463, Lng: -2.8354008)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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