Pits Hill

Hill, Mountain in Gloucestershire

England

Pits Hill

Frogland Cross Farm at Frogland Cross
Frogland Cross Credit: Chris Shaw

Pits Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the Cotswold Hills, it forms part of the wider Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Rising to an elevation of approximately 300 meters (984 feet), Pits Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and lush green vegetation, which is typical of the Cotswold landscape. It is primarily composed of limestone, a characteristic feature of the region. The woodland that covers parts of the hill provides habitat for a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, birds, and small mammals.

Pits Hill has long been a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It offers numerous hiking trails and footpaths that traverse its slopes, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and more challenging hikes. The hill is also a great spot for picnics, offering visitors a chance to relax and enjoy the scenery.

The surrounding area of Pits Hill is dotted with picturesque villages and historic landmarks, such as the nearby Painswick Rococo Garden and the village of Painswick itself, known for its charming Cotswold stone houses and historic church. The hill is easily accessible by road, and there are parking facilities available nearby.

Overall, Pits Hill in Gloucestershire is a beautiful natural landmark that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the stunning Cotswold countryside and enjoy outdoor activities in a serene and picturesque environment.

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Pits Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.558328/-2.5032843 or Grid Reference ST6584. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Frogland Cross Farm at Frogland Cross
Frogland Cross
Farm at Frogland Cross
Corn and Pylons Cornfield with extra pylons (very common around here) near centre of square
Corn and Pylons
Cornfield with extra pylons (very common around here) near centre of square
Earthcott Green Farm at Earthcott Green - SE corner of square
Earthcott Green
Farm at Earthcott Green - SE corner of square
Marle Hills Looking NNE across the square towards the Marle Hills
Marle Hills
Looking NNE across the square towards the Marle Hills
Whitehouse Farm Whitehouse Farm viewed from the South
Whitehouse Farm
Whitehouse Farm viewed from the South
Latteridge Cottages at Lateridge village near centre of grid square
Latteridge
Cottages at Lateridge village near centre of grid square
Substation This electricity sub station may be well hidden by the trees but the pylons (dozens of them) from at least 9 incoming power lines are a feature of the countryside over a wide area.
Substation
This electricity sub station may be well hidden by the trees but the pylons (dozens of them) from at least 9 incoming power lines are a feature of the countryside over a wide area.
Entrance to Court Farm
Entrance to Court Farm
Perrinpit Farm, North Corner, Frampton Cotterel, Bristol Appears to be a large farm to judge from the size of the buildings.
Perrinpit Farm, North Corner, Frampton Cotterel, Bristol
Appears to be a large farm to judge from the size of the buildings.
Daffodils at entrance to Perrinpit Farm, Frampton Cotterel A yellow time of year, what with daffodils, forsythia (and celandines just visible at the lower edge of the image).
Daffodils at entrance to Perrinpit Farm, Frampton Cotterel
A yellow time of year, what with daffodils, forsythia (and celandines just visible at the lower edge of the image).
Challacombe House, Perrinpit Road, Frampton Cotterel Not obviously associated with the farm opposite, it might once have been the farmhouse.
Challacombe House, Perrinpit Road, Frampton Cotterel
Not obviously associated with the farm opposite, it might once have been the farmhouse.
High voltage power lines, near Iron Acton, Bristol There isn't much to say about these that hasn't been said before. They do have a certain presence.
High voltage power lines, near Iron Acton, Bristol
There isn't much to say about these that hasn't been said before. They do have a certain presence.
Laddenside Farm, Bristol Road, Iron Acton, Bristol The farm is situated between two high voltage power line routes. The one visible towards the right of the image is at the east of the square or the next one north.
Laddenside Farm, Bristol Road, Iron Acton, Bristol
The farm is situated between two high voltage power line routes. The one visible towards the right of the image is at the east of the square or the next one north.
Fields and Pylons I set out today to photograph the last 6 squares in this patch and realise now why nobody else had done them. I'm getting tired of yet more fields but; if that's all that's there... Kites Hill is in the background beyond the pylons.
Fields and Pylons
I set out today to photograph the last 6 squares in this patch and realise now why nobody else had done them. I'm getting tired of yet more fields but; if that's all that's there... Kites Hill is in the background beyond the pylons.
Ashfield Farm, Old Church Road
Ashfield Farm, Old Church Road
View south of Angers Farm A solitary oak leading the eye across pasture to a small unnamed wood.
View south of Angers Farm
A solitary oak leading the eye across pasture to a small unnamed wood.
Dried-up pond at Angers Farm
Dried-up pond at Angers Farm
View north near Angers Farm
View north near Angers Farm
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Pits Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST6584 (Lat: 51.558328, Lng: -2.5032843)

Unitary Authority: South Gloucestershire

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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