Ashland Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset South Somerset

England

Ashland Hill

The Monarch's Way on a track to Wyke Farm
The Monarch's Way on a track to Wyke Farm Credit: Tim Heaton

Ashland Hill is a prominent hill located in Somerset County, in the southwestern part of England. It is situated within the beautiful region of the Mendip Hills, which is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and rich history. Standing at an elevation of approximately 314 meters (1,030 feet), Ashland Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, with a diverse range of flora and fauna thriving in its slopes. It is home to various species of birds, mammals, and insects, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers. Ashland Hill also features several well-marked hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore its scenic beauty and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside.

Aside from its natural beauty, Ashland Hill also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence of ancient settlements and burial mounds found in the area. Archaeological excavations have revealed artifacts and structures dating back thousands of years, shedding light on the region's past civilizations.

Access to Ashland Hill is relatively easy, with a network of roads and footpaths connecting it to nearby towns and villages. The hill is also located within close proximity to other popular tourist attractions, such as Cheddar Gorge and Wookey Hole Caves, making it a convenient stop for those exploring the Mendip Hills region.

Overall, Ashland Hill in Somerset offers a combination of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Ashland Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.871076/-2.7128256 or Grid Reference ST4908. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Monarch's Way on a track to Wyke Farm
The Monarch's Way on a track to Wyke Farm
Marsh Farm Hardington Marsh.
Marsh Farm
Hardington Marsh.
Soggy Fields Marsh Farm.
Soggy Fields
Marsh Farm.
Railway Railway line and fields at Hardington Marsh.
Railway
Railway line and fields at Hardington Marsh.
Fields On the bridleway between Hardington Marsh and Higher Halstock Leigh
Fields
On the bridleway between Hardington Marsh and Higher Halstock Leigh
Barns Barns (not shown on map) near Pear Tree House.
Barns
Barns (not shown on map) near Pear Tree House.
Baker's Farm - Higher Halstock Leigh
Baker's Farm - Higher Halstock Leigh
Holbridge Coppice View from end of Common Lane towards Holbridge Coppice
Holbridge Coppice
View from end of Common Lane towards Holbridge Coppice
Knowle Hill North Perrott Knowle Hill is beside the Waterloo to Exeter St Davids railway line
Knowle Hill North Perrott
Knowle Hill is beside the Waterloo to Exeter St Davids railway line
Railway Looking towards Crondle Hill Coppice
Railway
Looking towards Crondle Hill Coppice
Hardington Marsh Looking towards Marsh Farm
Hardington Marsh
Looking towards Marsh Farm
New Plantation viewed from Common Lane
New Plantation viewed from Common Lane
Industrial unit near Halstock A small industrial unit occupied by a company manufacturing wooden cabinetry on the road between Winyards Gap and Halstock
Industrial unit near Halstock
A small industrial unit occupied by a company manufacturing wooden cabinetry on the road between Winyards Gap and Halstock
Forestry track in Chedington Woods Forestry track in Chedington Woods close to Wyke Farm near Winyards Gap
Forestry track in Chedington Woods
Forestry track in Chedington Woods close to Wyke Farm near Winyards Gap
Large concrete tank Located at the north-west corner of Wyke Farm this is probably an old slurry tank
Large concrete tank
Located at the north-west corner of Wyke Farm this is probably an old slurry tank
Wood Dairy Farm Haselbury Plucknett There are no other buildings in this grid square apart from the houses on the site of the old dairy farm.
Wood Dairy Farm Haselbury Plucknett
There are no other buildings in this grid square apart from the houses on the site of the old dairy farm.
Rural railway bridge This is where the long approach track to Whitevine Farm crosses the Exeter to Salisbury railway just E of Crewkerne.The bridge supports appeared to have been subsiding an they have been bolstered with large gabions.
Rural railway bridge
This is where the long approach track to Whitevine Farm crosses the Exeter to Salisbury railway just E of Crewkerne.The bridge supports appeared to have been subsiding an they have been bolstered with large gabions.
The lane to Higher Halstock Leigh From Winyards Gap the lane winds through to Crook Hill and on to Higher Halstock Leigh.
The lane to Higher Halstock Leigh
From Winyards Gap the lane winds through to Crook Hill and on to Higher Halstock Leigh.
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Ashland Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST4908 (Lat: 50.871076, Lng: -2.7128256)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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