Peak End Hill

Hill, Mountain in Dorset

England

Peak End Hill

Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge
Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge Credit: Keith Salvesen

Peak End Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated near the village of Evershot, this hill stands at an elevation of 251 meters (823 feet) above sea level, making it a notable landmark in the region.

The hill's name, Peak End, is derived from its distinctive shape, which resembles a peak rising sharply towards its summit. Covered in lush greenery, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare species of butterflies and wildflowers.

At the summit of Peak End Hill, there is a trig point, a concrete pillar used in geodesy to establish accurate measurements of distance and angles. This trig point serves as a reference point for mapping and surveying purposes, further highlighting the hill's significance in the area.

The hill is accessible via well-defined pathways and trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its natural beauty. Its location within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty ensures that it remains largely unspoiled and provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Peak End Hill in Dorset offers a scenic and serene experience for both locals and tourists, providing a glimpse into the natural wonders that this region has to offer.

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Peak End Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.799076/-2.5376778 or Grid Reference ST6200. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge
Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge
Cowdown Hill - Sydling St Nicholas Cowdown Hill is one of the steep chalk hills sheltering the north-easterly tip of the village of Sydling St Nicholas. It stands 711ft above sea level and in the summer months orchids can be found growing upon its steep sides.
Cowdown Hill - Sydling St Nicholas
Cowdown Hill is one of the steep chalk hills sheltering the north-easterly tip of the village of Sydling St Nicholas. It stands 711ft above sea level and in the summer months orchids can be found growing upon its steep sides.
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
Ford over Sydling Water
Ford over Sydling Water
Ford, Up Sydling A footbridge over Sydling water at the ford.
Ford, Up Sydling
A footbridge over Sydling water at the ford.
Post box, Up Sydling The telegraph pole that this wonderful old post box is attached to seems to be on its last legs. Hopefully when it's replaced the post box will be reinstated rather than replaced with a modern plastic one?
Post box, Up Sydling
The telegraph pole that this wonderful old post box is attached to seems to be on its last legs. Hopefully when it's replaced the post box will be reinstated rather than replaced with a modern plastic one?
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound, Stagg's Folly
A37 northbound, Stagg's Folly
The track to Lankham Bottom Lankham Bottom is a nature reserve in an area of chalk downland managed by Butterfly Conservation. A wide variety of butterflies and moths occur there.
The track to Lankham Bottom
Lankham Bottom is a nature reserve in an area of chalk downland managed by Butterfly Conservation. A wide variety of butterflies and moths occur there.
Lankham Bottom Looking down the south-facing slope of the Butterfly Conservation reserve.
Lankham Bottom
Looking down the south-facing slope of the Butterfly Conservation reserve.
Old minor road to Cerne Abbas This erstwhile road is now a footpath at Stagg's Folly. I think it was once an extension of the minor road from Cattistock to Cerne Abbas which now finishes when that road meets the A37.
Old minor road to Cerne Abbas
This erstwhile road is now a footpath at Stagg's Folly. I think it was once an extension of the minor road from Cattistock to Cerne Abbas which now finishes when that road meets the A37.
Ayles's Hill Pasture on top of the downs. It looks peaceful, straight out of a Hardy novel, but there is a lot of traffic behind me on Long Ash Lane (A37).
Ayles's Hill
Pasture on top of the downs. It looks peaceful, straight out of a Hardy novel, but there is a lot of traffic behind me on Long Ash Lane (A37).
Long Ash Lane Approaching the blessed time when could get off this wretched road.  The A37 passes the head of Lankham Bottom.
Long Ash Lane
Approaching the blessed time when could get off this wretched road. The A37 passes the head of Lankham Bottom.
Head of Lankham Bottom Blackthorn at the side of the A37.
Head of Lankham Bottom
Blackthorn at the side of the A37.
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Peak End Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST6200 (Lat: 50.799076, Lng: -2.5376778)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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Located within 500m of 50.799076,-2.5376778
ancient village
Historic: archaeological_site
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 50.7998068/-2.5383162
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