Chapel Hill

Hill, Mountain in Lancashire Lancaster

England

Chapel Hill

OS Bench Mark OS cut bench mark on wall of house opposite Mission Room. 36.6 feet above old datum. Helpfully painted black. This BM is shown on the 1890 25" map but not the 1910 25" map, but it is shown on the 1845, 1890 and 1910 6" maps.
OS Bench Mark Credit: Phil Johnstone

Chapel Hill is a small hill located in the Lancashire region of England. It is situated near the town of Darwen and is part of the West Pennine Moors, a range of hills and moorland in Lancashire. Chapel Hill is known for its scenic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is relatively easy to climb, with a well-marked trail leading to the summit. At the top of Chapel Hill, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Lancashire countryside, including the nearby towns of Darwen and Blackburn. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the coast of the Irish Sea.

Chapel Hill is also home to a small chapel, which dates back to the 19th century. The chapel is a popular spot for weddings and other special events, and adds to the charm and historical significance of the hill.

Overall, Chapel Hill is a peaceful and picturesque destination, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the beauty of the Lancashire countryside and enjoy stunning views from its summit.

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Chapel Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.990781/-2.8695718 or Grid Reference SD4355. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

OS Bench Mark OS cut bench mark on wall of house opposite Mission Room. 36.6 feet above old datum. Helpfully painted black. This BM is shown on the 1890 25" map but not the 1910 25" map, but it is shown on the 1845, 1890 and 1910 6" maps.
OS Bench Mark
OS cut bench mark on wall of house opposite Mission Room. 36.6 feet above old datum. Helpfully painted black. This BM is shown on the 1890 25" map but not the 1910 25" map, but it is shown on the 1845, 1890 and 1910 6" maps.
Mission Room Sunderland Point Mission Room, now apparently given by the diocese to the community, who hope to turn it into a Heritage Centre.
Mission Room
Sunderland Point Mission Room, now apparently given by the diocese to the community, who hope to turn it into a Heritage Centre.
Old Boundary Marker on the B5290 in Glasson Dock Railway Boundary Marker in Glasson Dock on the verge of the B5290 between the dock and the disused railway line, now a cycleway. Thurnham parish. Raised lettering partially buried but presumably L & N W R / BOUNDARY to mark the boundary of the London and North Western Railway line opened in 1883.

Milestone Society National ID: LA_THURN01em
Old Boundary Marker on the B5290 in Glasson Dock
Railway Boundary Marker in Glasson Dock on the verge of the B5290 between the dock and the disused railway line, now a cycleway. Thurnham parish. Raised lettering partially buried but presumably L & N W R / BOUNDARY to mark the boundary of the London and North Western Railway line opened in 1883. Milestone Society National ID: LA_THURN01em
Glasson Marina (1) Taken from beside the children's play area in Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking across to Glasson Marina. The tree line beside the boat shed marks the opening of the Lancaster Canal.
Glasson Marina (1)
Taken from beside the children's play area in Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking across to Glasson Marina. The tree line beside the boat shed marks the opening of the Lancaster Canal.
Glasson Marina (2) Taken from near the children's play area in Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking across to Glasson Marina.
Glasson Marina (2)
Taken from near the children's play area in Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking across to Glasson Marina.
Bodie Hill to Fleetwood Taken at the viewing point where Bodie Hill meets Tithebarn Hill above Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across Glasson Marsh towards Fleetwood.
Bodie Hill to Fleetwood
Taken at the viewing point where Bodie Hill meets Tithebarn Hill above Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across Glasson Marsh towards Fleetwood.
Tithebarn Hill, Glasson I am on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, and looking south towards School Lane.
Tithebarn Hill, Glasson
I am on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, and looking south towards School Lane.
Sunderland Point Taken on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking west across the Lune estuary to Sunderland Point.
Sunderland Point
Taken on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking west across the Lune estuary to Sunderland Point.
Ashton Memorial from Glasson Taken at the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, I am looking north east across the River Lune to Lancaster and the Ashton Memorial which is visible at the top of the hill on the horizon.
Ashton Memorial from Glasson
Taken at the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, I am looking north east across the River Lune to Lancaster and the Ashton Memorial which is visible at the top of the hill on the horizon.
Glasson Sailing Club Taken at the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north towards Glasson Sailing Club on the south bank of the River Lune, marked in this shot by the collection of sailing masts straddling the centre. The Fells of south Cumbria can be seen in the distance.
Glasson Sailing Club
Taken at the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north towards Glasson Sailing Club on the south bank of the River Lune, marked in this shot by the collection of sailing masts straddling the centre. The Fells of south Cumbria can be seen in the distance.
Crook Farm and Marsh Lane Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across Glasson Marsh to Marsh Lane and Crook Farm. Fleetwood and Rossall Point can be glimpsed across the south section of the bay.
Crook Farm and Marsh Lane
Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across Glasson Marsh to Marsh Lane and Crook Farm. Fleetwood and Rossall Point can be glimpsed across the south section of the bay.
Cockersand Abbey Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking south west towards what remains of Cockersand Abbey. If visibility had been better on this murky day, Blackpool Tower would be much more clearly discernible across the bay; the eagle-eyed can just make out its outline to the centre of shot.
Cockersand Abbey
Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking south west towards what remains of Cockersand Abbey. If visibility had been better on this murky day, Blackpool Tower would be much more clearly discernible across the bay; the eagle-eyed can just make out its outline to the centre of shot.
Heysham Power Stations 1 and 2 (a) Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north west across Glasson Marsh and the Lune estuary towards the nuclear power stations in Heysham, known as Heysham 1 (furthest from shot) and Heysham 2. According to news sources, Heysham 1 is set to stop generating power in 2024 and Heysham 2 in 2028 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-59938400," rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-59938400,">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> viewed 11/05/2022)
Heysham Power Stations 1 and 2 (a)
Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north west across Glasson Marsh and the Lune estuary towards the nuclear power stations in Heysham, known as Heysham 1 (furthest from shot) and Heysham 2. According to news sources, Heysham 1 is set to stop generating power in 2024 and Heysham 2 in 2028 (LinkExternal link viewed 11/05/2022)
Heysham Power Stations 1 and 2 (b) Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north west across Glasson Marsh and the Lune estuary towards the nuclear power stations in Heysham, known as Heysham 1 (furthest from shot) and Heysham 2. According to news sources, Heysham 1 is set to stop generating power in 2024 and Heysham 2 in 2028 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-59938400," rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-59938400,">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> viewed 11/05/2022)
Heysham Power Stations 1 and 2 (b)
Taken on the viewing point on Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, I am looking north west across Glasson Marsh and the Lune estuary towards the nuclear power stations in Heysham, known as Heysham 1 (furthest from shot) and Heysham 2. According to news sources, Heysham 1 is set to stop generating power in 2024 and Heysham 2 in 2028 (LinkExternal link viewed 11/05/2022)
Tithebarn Hill to Glasson Dock Taken at the top of Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, before it turns south to join Dobs Lane and School Lane, I am looking across the village and up the River Lune towards the Fells of the Forest of Bowland.
Tithebarn Hill to Glasson Dock
Taken at the top of Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster, before it turns south to join Dobs Lane and School Lane, I am looking across the village and up the River Lune towards the Fells of the Forest of Bowland.
On Tithebarn Hill in Glasson Taken near the top of Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster.
On Tithebarn Hill in Glasson
Taken near the top of Tithebarn Hill, Glasson, near Lancaster.
Glasson Marina (3) Taken from the car park at Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking southwards across to the pontoons at Glasson Marina.
Glasson Marina (3)
Taken from the car park at Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking southwards across to the pontoons at Glasson Marina.
Glasson Marina (4) Taken from the car park at Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across the entrance to the lock separating Glasson Marina from the main dock. Glasson village is beyond.
Glasson Marina (4)
Taken from the car park at Glasson Dock, near Lancaster, I am looking south west across the entrance to the lock separating Glasson Marina from the main dock. Glasson village is beyond.
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Chapel Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD4355 (Lat: 53.990781, Lng: -2.8695718)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Lancaster

Police Authority: Lancashire

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