Bower's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset Mendip

England

Bower's Hill

Hurn Drove The oak tree to the right of the camera provides welcome shelter while donning a raincoat as the heavens have opened. This is at the junction of Tripps, Yeap&#039;s, Godney and Hurn Droves. — Hurn Drove Credit: Derek Harper

Bower's Hill, located in Somerset, England, is a prominent natural feature that has gained recognition as both a hill and a mountain, depending on the classification criteria. Standing at an elevation of approximately 312 meters (1,024 feet), it is a prominent landmark within the region.

Situated within the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Bower's Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its distinctive shape and steep slopes make it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike.

The hill is characterized by its rolling grassy slopes, which are interspersed with patches of woodland. These habitats support a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various wildflowers, birds, and small mammals. The area is also known for its geological significance, with evidence of limestone formations and other geological features present.

Bower's Hill has a rich history as well. It is believed to have been used as a defensive site during ancient times due to its strategic location, offering commanding views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is also associated with local folklore and legends, further adding to its allure.

Access to Bower's Hill is relatively easy, with several footpaths and trails leading to the summit. The hill attracts visitors throughout the year, providing opportunities for leisurely walks, picnics, and exploration of the surrounding countryside.

In conclusion, Bower's Hill in Somerset is an outstanding natural feature, combining scenic beauty, ecological diversity, and historical significance. Its status as both a hill and a mountain reflects its significance to the local community and the wider region.

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Bower's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.196487/-2.7075045 or Grid Reference ST5044. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hurn Drove

The oak tree to the right of the camera provides welcome shelter while donning a raincoat as the heavens have opened. This is at the junction of Tripps, Yeap's, Godney and Hurn Droves.

Derek Harper

Towards Shott's Farm

A rainswept corner of the levels, seen from Hurn Drove.

Derek Harper

Junction of droves near Hurn Farm

The unusually winding route of the lanes is determined by the circuitous course of the River Sheppey, just to the right. Left here is Leaze Drove; right is Ashmoor Drove. ST4944 : Turning for Bleadney shows the junction from the opposite side. It's raining steadily, which explains the water on the lens in spite of best efforts to keep it dry.

Derek Harper

Ashmoor Drove

A large tree offers a chance to dry the lens (see ST4944 : Junction of droves near Hurn Farm) while the rain continues. Across the levels in Longstring Farm at the foot of Yarley Hill.

Derek Harper

Field near Henton

Looking up the slopes of Yarley Hill from the B3139 east of Henton.

Derek Harper

Ripple Farm

A farmhouse on the B3139 at the east end of Henton.

Derek Harper

Yeap's Drove, Westhay Moor

Ken Grainger

View from Godney Drove, looking south east

Rob Purvis

Christ Church, Henton

Peter Wood

Flow Measuring Station on River Sheppey

The River Sheppey is a significant watercourse on this part of the Somerset Levels, taking water from the foot of the Mendips at Wells, meandering around Godney and into the rhynes that feed the River Brue. The Environment Agency monitor the river flow and can thus predict flooding: data available at Link

Edwin Graham

Pasture on Yeap's Drove

With bent gate. Looking northeast over part of Godney Moor. Google Earth imagery from 2009 shows that these drains had been recently cleared, with bare banks, and an unbent gate.

M J Richardson

Pasture from Yeap's Drove

Looking east across one of the many low-lying fields in the area separated by drains.

M J Richardson

B3139 towards Henton

J.Hannan-Briggs

HENTON, Somerset

Christ Church is a Victorian structure.

ChurchCrawler

Cows in Orchard

I'm surprised that in December the cows are not in sheds.

Graham Richards

Derelict House on the Levels

It amazes me that there are houses on the levels. They must flood from time to time and what with global warming!!! The area is marked as Piggery on the 25,000 map but there are no pigs there now.

Graham Richards