Horrington Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset Mendip

England

Horrington Hill

Old Frome Road near South Horrington Some of the new housing close to the road east of Wells. The road to the left is called Gilbert Scott Road, acknowledging the famous Victorian architect who jointly designed the former Mendip Hospital to which the road leads. — Old Frome Road near South Horrington Credit: Derek Harper

Horrington Hill is a prominent hill located in Somerset, England. It is situated about 5 miles southwest of the town of Wells and stands at an elevation of approximately 400 feet above sea level. The hill is a notable landmark in the area and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Characterized by its gently sloping sides and lush greenery, Horrington Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The hill is covered in a mix of grassland, woodland, and farmland, creating a diverse and picturesque landscape. It is home to a variety of plant and animal species, making it an important site for biodiversity.

At the summit of Horrington Hill, there is a trig point which serves as a reference marker for surveying. This point is often used by hikers and walkers as a navigation aid. The hill is also dotted with several footpaths and trails, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and hikes.

Horrington Hill holds historical significance as well. It is believed to have been a site of human activity dating back to prehistoric times, with archaeological evidence indicating the presence of ancient settlements and burial mounds in the area.

Overall, Horrington Hill offers a tranquil and scenic escape for visitors, where they can enjoy the beauty of nature, engage in outdoor activities, and explore the rich history of Somerset.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.228656/-2.6040382 or Grid Reference ST5747. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Frome Road near South Horrington Some of the new housing close to the road east of Wells. The road to the left is called Gilbert Scott Road, acknowledging the famous Victorian architect who jointly designed the former Mendip Hospital to which the road leads.

Old Frome Road near South Horrington

Some of the new housing close to the road east of Wells. The road to the left is called Gilbert Scott Road, acknowledging the famous Victorian architect who jointly designed the former Mendip Hospital to which the road leads.

Dry valley near South Horrington Crossed by footpath WS 10/46, which climbs the hill behind the large oak right of centre.

Dry valley near South Horrington

Crossed by footpath WS 10/46, which climbs the hill behind the large oak right of centre.

2011 : Old Frome Road heading west to Wells As the name suggests this the old road between Wells and Frome, about three and a half miles to Wells.
At the junction with Chilcote Drove leading to Chilcote Manor.

2011 : Old Frome Road heading west to Wells

As the name suggests this the old road between Wells and Frome, about three and a half miles to Wells. At the junction with Chilcote Drove leading to Chilcote Manor.

2011 : Heading east on the Old Frome Road About twelve miles to Frome as the crow flies. Starts at Wells - three and a half miles.

2011 : Heading east on the Old Frome Road

About twelve miles to Frome as the crow flies. Starts at Wells - three and a half miles.

2011 : Chilcote Drove heading south to Chilcote Manor Seen from Old Frome Road.
An interesting looking barn straight ahead, but look to the right, on the horizon, if your eyes are sharp enough you will see Glastonbury Tor <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST5138">ST5138</a> you may need the larger version of this image.

2011 : Chilcote Drove heading south to Chilcote Manor

Seen from Old Frome Road. An interesting looking barn straight ahead, but look to the right, on the horizon, if your eyes are sharp enough you will see Glastonbury Tor ST5138 you may need the larger version of this image.

2011 : Washingpool Farm on Chilcote Drove Looking south west to the Somerset Levels and Glastonbury Tor <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST5138">ST5138</a> seen through a mid October heat haze.

2011 : Washingpool Farm on Chilcote Drove

Looking south west to the Somerset Levels and Glastonbury Tor ST5138 seen through a mid October heat haze.

2011 : Chilcote Drove heading north Meets the Old Frome Road this side of the wood on the hill.
Washingpool Farm is behind the camera.
Two weeks ago there was hardly a sign of autumn now it is nearly over.

2011 : Chilcote Drove heading north

Meets the Old Frome Road this side of the wood on the hill. Washingpool Farm is behind the camera. Two weeks ago there was hardly a sign of autumn now it is nearly over.

2011 : Cow pasture near Washingpool Farm North west from Chilcote Drove.
&quot;Right girls, heads down for a full belly and ignore that fool photographer looking over the gate, pretend you haven&#039;t seen him.&quot;

2011 : Cow pasture near Washingpool Farm

North west from Chilcote Drove. "Right girls, heads down for a full belly and ignore that fool photographer looking over the gate, pretend you haven't seen him."

2011 : North west from Chilcote Drove Sheep dot the next pasture over.
East Horrington appears near the left hand edge. West Horrington is larger but is lost among trees in the valley further over.
That long thing standing on the horizon right of centre is the Mendip UHF transmitter on Pen Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST5648">ST5648</a>

2011 : North west from Chilcote Drove

Sheep dot the next pasture over. East Horrington appears near the left hand edge. West Horrington is larger but is lost among trees in the valley further over. That long thing standing on the horizon right of centre is the Mendip UHF transmitter on Pen Hill ST5648

2011 : Junction on Chilcote Lane Chilcote Lane enters right from East Horrington and goes straight ahead to Chilcote Manor passing a small row of cottages. The road to the left is Chilcote Drove.

2011 : Junction on Chilcote Lane

Chilcote Lane enters right from East Horrington and goes straight ahead to Chilcote Manor passing a small row of cottages. The road to the left is Chilcote Drove.

2011 : Three sheep in a field near Chilcote Manor A tractor on the other side of the wall, a mysterious device a little to the right of it, and a small barn well on its way to dilapidation.

2011 : Three sheep in a field near Chilcote Manor

A tractor on the other side of the wall, a mysterious device a little to the right of it, and a small barn well on its way to dilapidation.

2011 : Old Frome Road, East Horrington A mile in this direction brings you to the edge of Wells.
The thing with a hat on the wall is a parish notice board.
The mirror on top of the wall is there for the benefit of traffic emerging from Veal Lane opposite.
And one man on shanks&#039;s pony.

2011 : Old Frome Road, East Horrington

A mile in this direction brings you to the edge of Wells. The thing with a hat on the wall is a parish notice board. The mirror on top of the wall is there for the benefit of traffic emerging from Veal Lane opposite. And one man on shanks's pony.

2011 : Veal Lane, East Horrington Heading West of North to West Horrington. (South Horrington is due west of here but don&#039;t moan at me, I didn&#039;t name them.)
A bunch of pink hydrangeas hang over the wall to compensate for the directionally challenged villages.

2011 : Veal Lane, East Horrington

Heading West of North to West Horrington. (South Horrington is due west of here but don't moan at me, I didn't name them.) A bunch of pink hydrangeas hang over the wall to compensate for the directionally challenged villages.

2011 : Old Frome Road at East Horrington Seventeen miles to Frome as the crow flies. The Armishaws lorry is well on its way.

2011 : Old Frome Road at East Horrington

Seventeen miles to Frome as the crow flies. The Armishaws lorry is well on its way.

2011 : Chilcote Lane, East Horrington South to Chilcote Manor.

2011 : Chilcote Lane, East Horrington

South to Chilcote Manor.

2011 : Entering East Horrington on Veal Lane South east from West Horrington.

2011 : Entering East Horrington on Veal Lane

South east from West Horrington.

2011 : Veal Lane, leaving East Horrington Heading for West Horrington.

2011 : Veal Lane, leaving East Horrington

Heading for West Horrington.

2011 : West from Veal Lane near East Horrington Gate, fields and hedgerows. The black bales are probably silage.

2011 : West from Veal Lane near East Horrington

Gate, fields and hedgerows. The black bales are probably silage.

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Horrington Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST5747 (Lat: 51.228656, Lng: -2.6040382)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

What 3 Words

///worm.fingertip.puncture. Near Mendip, Somerset

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Horrington Hill

Ele: 253

Natural: peak

Source: NPE

Lat/Long: 51.2291666/-2.60451

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