Mill Hill

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England

Mill Hill

Junction of Low Street and Burton Hill The end of terrace house is Pye Cottage; there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the bottom of the wall adjacent to the large slate kerbstone (photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7160532">SD6572 : Benchmark, Mount View, Burton in Lonsdale</a>).
The green bin is labelled ‘Grit/Salt’ and this is provided to assist vehicles on the steep Burton Hill in winter weather. — Junction of Low Street and Burton Hill Credit: Adrian Taylor

Mill Hill is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated on a gentle slope, it is known for its picturesque scenery and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Despite its name, Mill Hill is not actually a hill or mountain, but rather a residential area nestled in a valley.

The village is characterized by its quaint charm and traditional architecture. Many of the houses in Mill Hill date back several centuries, with their stone facades and thatched roofs adding to the village's rustic appeal. The narrow streets and winding lanes further enhance its old-world atmosphere.

Surrounded by rolling hills and meandering streams, Mill Hill offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and peaceful walks. The countryside is dotted with fields, farmland, and patches of woodland, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The village is also home to a number of well-maintained parks and green spaces, providing ample opportunities for residents and visitors to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Although relatively small, Mill Hill has a strong sense of community and a vibrant social scene. The village has a local pub, a church, and a few small shops catering to the needs of its residents. Additionally, Mill Hill is well-connected to larger towns and cities in the region, with good transport links and easy access to amenities and services.

In conclusion, Mill Hill, Yorkshire, is a charming village nestled in the scenic countryside of Yorkshire. With its traditional architecture, beautiful landscape, and strong community spirit, it offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

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Mill Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.139208/-2.5393613 or Grid Reference SD6471. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Junction of Low Street and Burton Hill

The end of terrace house is Pye Cottage; there is an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the bottom of the wall adjacent to the large slate kerbstone (photograph SD6572 : Benchmark, Mount View, Burton in Lonsdale). The green bin is labelled ‘Grit/Salt’ and this is provided to assist vehicles on the steep Burton Hill in winter weather.

Adrian Taylor

Benchmark, Mount View, Burton in Lonsdale

Detail of an Ordnance Survey cut benchmark on the plinth of Pye Cottage at the corner of Low Street and Burton Hill. The benchmark marks a height of 79.6351m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1970 (location photograph SD6572 : Junction of Low Street and Burton Hill).

Adrian Taylor

All Saints Church, Burton in Lonsdale

The church was built between 1868 and 1876, and designed by the Lancaster partnership of Paley and Austin. People note that it was seems a large church for what is a small town, but this is because it was thought the railway would come to the village and its population would expand. Link

Brian Deegan

Old milestone

The second West Riding CC milestone north of the Lancashire/Yorkshire boundary found almost hidden in the undergrowth. Compare with SD6572 : Old Milestone by the A687, east of Bogg Bridge, Burton in Lonsdale Parish after it had been lifted and repainted in 2013.

Hilary Jones

Old milestone

The second West Riding milestone north of the Lancashire border after some vegetation had been cleared. At the base of the right face, RICHMOND almost hidden/43 MILES under soil level. The rusty bit on the bevel - WILLIAM TOWLER/GLOBE FOUNDRY/LEEDS.

Hilary Jones

Old milestone

Where is the milestone? SD6472 : Old Milestone by the A687, Lowfields, Burton in Lonsdale Parish Picture taken in 2013 after this first West Riding CC milestone north of the Lancashire border had been dug out and repainted. 2022, hidden but fortunately its position was known.

Hilary Jones

Old milestone

There it is, looking very uncared for. 615 of these stones were erected in 1893/94 all over the newly formed West Riding by the family firm of Gill and Frank Stead of Mirfield at a cost of £1.18s.0d each. RICHMOND/44 MILES is under soil level on the right-hand side. The Turnpike road was begun in 1751 but some of the route was over high hill tracks. Later, bridges were widened and by 1795 the route was more or less what it is now avoiding the very highest points.

Hilary Jones

Track heading North from Low Bentham

A green lane gives access to various fields and pastures from Low Bentham.

Chris Heaton

Footpath above Ellergill Beck

Heading south towards High Bentham.

Karl and Ali

Town Head

Development of houses at Town Head.

Peter McDermott

Sun on the road to Bentham

A car heads uphill out of Burton after crossing the bridge over the River Greta.

Karl and Ali

The valley of the River Greta near Burton-in-Lonsdale

Waterside Pottery in the foreground. The clouded height of Ingleborough beyond. The Greta is formed when the Rivers Twiss and Doe combine at Ingleton but does not seem to have a valley named after it (eg Gretadale or Greta Valley). Oddly, Burton-in-Lonsdale is not actually in the valley of the Lune.

Karl and Ali

The valley of the Greta from Bentham Moor Road

Faccon Farm on the right and cloud-obscured Ingleborough beyond. The shallow u-shaped valley on the skyline is Chapel-le-Dale, source of the River Doe which combines with the Twiss at Ingleton to form the Greta.

Karl and Ali

Path by the Greta

Fourlands Hill just visible above.

Karl and Ali

Kepp House near Burton-in-Lonsdale

The left-most cottage has a date stone above the door: E T T 1723

Karl and Ali

Pasture east of Burton-in-Lonsdale

The barn (in the next square) is on Barnoldswick Lane and has been converted to a dwelling - hence the electrical supply pole to its left. In the distance is a cloud-capped Ingleborough.

Karl and Ali