Beech Hill

Hill, Mountain in Gloucestershire

England

Beech Hill

Esso petrol station in Yate
Esso petrol station in Yate Credit: Alan Hughes

Beech Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the picturesque Cotswolds region, it forms part of the undulating landscape that characterizes this area. With an elevation of approximately 200 meters (656 feet), Beech Hill is not classified as a mountain but is rather classified as a hill.

Covered in lush greenery, Beech Hill gets its name from the abundance of beech trees that grace its slopes. These trees contribute to the hill's scenic beauty and provide a habitat for various wildlife species. The hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills and charming villages that dot the landscape.

Beech Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Its well-maintained footpaths and trails provide opportunities for hiking and walking, allowing visitors to explore the hill and its surroundings at their own pace. The hill also offers a tranquil setting for picnics, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

In addition to its natural beauty, Beech Hill holds historical significance. The area surrounding the hill is known to have been inhabited since ancient times, and remnants of Iron Age settlements have been discovered in the vicinity. This adds an element of archaeological interest to the hill, attracting those fascinated by the region's past.

Overall, Beech Hill in Gloucestershire offers a unique blend of natural splendor and historical intrigue. Its idyllic location and diverse flora and fauna make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a serene escape in the heart of the Cotswolds.

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Beech Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.528044/-2.4360784 or Grid Reference ST6981. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Esso petrol station in Yate
Esso petrol station in Yate
Yate railway station Yate station is on the former Midland Railway Bristol to Gloucester line. The first railway station here opened in 1844 and closed in 1965. A new station was opened in 1989 with one platform south of the road bridge (on its original site) and a new platform for southbound trains and a car park north of the bridge.
Yate railway station
Yate station is on the former Midland Railway Bristol to Gloucester line. The first railway station here opened in 1844 and closed in 1965. A new station was opened in 1989 with one platform south of the road bridge (on its original site) and a new platform for southbound trains and a car park north of the bridge.
A view south from a roundabout in Yate, Bristol Yate is a satellite of Bristol. It appears mainly to comprise housing built in the 1960s and later. This is one of four views from the roundabout.
A view south from a roundabout in Yate, Bristol
Yate is a satellite of Bristol. It appears mainly to comprise housing built in the 1960s and later. This is one of four views from the roundabout.
A view west from a roundabout in Yate, Bristol Yate is a small town north-east of Bristol. This is one of four views from the same roundabout.
A view west from a roundabout in Yate, Bristol
Yate is a small town north-east of Bristol. This is one of four views from the same roundabout.
A view north from a roundabout in Yate, Bristol This road leads to Yate Shopping Centre about a kilometre north of the viewpoint. This is one of four views from the roundabout.
A view north from a roundabout in Yate, Bristol
This road leads to Yate Shopping Centre about a kilometre north of the viewpoint. This is one of four views from the roundabout.
A footpath in Yate, Bristol This footpath runs between the main railway line to London from Wales (out of shot to the right) and a road around a residential area. It looks well-maintained.
A footpath in Yate, Bristol
This footpath runs between the main railway line to London from Wales (out of shot to the right) and a road around a residential area. It looks well-maintained.
A view of the railway to London from Wales Looking in the direction of London, the mile marker reads 106 1/4 miles (171 kilometres), the distance to Paddington terminus. These markers appear at 1/4 mile (400 metres) intervals.
A view of the railway to London from Wales
Looking in the direction of London, the mile marker reads 106 1/4 miles (171 kilometres), the distance to Paddington terminus. These markers appear at 1/4 mile (400 metres) intervals.
Another footpath in Yate, Bristol This appears to be an 'unofficial' footpath between the main railway line to London and the southern part of Yate. The 'official' path is visible at the left of the image.
Another footpath in Yate, Bristol
This appears to be an 'unofficial' footpath between the main railway line to London and the southern part of Yate. The 'official' path is visible at the left of the image.
Major earthworks This curved railway embankment (supporting the main line from Bristol to Gloucester), is undergoing re-profiling and strengthening work.
Major earthworks
This curved railway embankment (supporting the main line from Bristol to Gloucester), is undergoing re-profiling and strengthening work.
Grove Farm On Besom Lane, south of Yate. A large collection of vintage motor-cars is in storage here.
Grove Farm
On Besom Lane, south of Yate. A large collection of vintage motor-cars is in storage here.
Classic car at Grove farm One of many interesting vehicles (believed to be an MG Magnette), awaiting restoration.
Classic car at Grove farm
One of many interesting vehicles (believed to be an MG Magnette), awaiting restoration.
The Arches, Westerleigh Located close to the twin main-line railway bridges, south of Yate.
The Arches, Westerleigh
Located close to the twin main-line railway bridges, south of Yate.
Wapley Common South of Yate.
Wapley Common
South of Yate.
Paddington to Cardiff train Heading west, towards Bristol Parkway.
Paddington to Cardiff train
Heading west, towards Bristol Parkway.
Shire Way, Yate
Shire Way, Yate
Westerleigh Common A piece of common land almost landlocked by the urban sprawl of Yate; itself a dormitory town north of Bristol.
Westerleigh Common
A piece of common land almost landlocked by the urban sprawl of Yate; itself a dormitory town north of Bristol.
Terraced houses in Yate This is in Barnwood Road; part of a large 1970's housing estate in Yate. Compare and contrast with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/485249">ST7081 : Westerleigh Common</a> in the same gridsquare.
Terraced houses in Yate
This is in Barnwood Road; part of a large 1970's housing estate in Yate. Compare and contrast with ST7081 : Westerleigh Common in the same gridsquare.
Blackberries along the railway platform Yate. At the rear of the ex Tubecon factory, now Billington Structures.
Blackberries along the railway platform Yate.
At the rear of the ex Tubecon factory, now Billington Structures.
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Beech Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST6981 (Lat: 51.528044, Lng: -2.4360784)

Unitary Authority: South Gloucestershire

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Mini Roundabout
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Post Box
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Bus Stop
Nibley Turn
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Rodborough
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Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
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Really Useful Bikes
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Addr Postcode: BS37 8QF
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Website: https://www.reallyusefulbikes.co.uk/
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Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
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Crossing
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Westerleigh North Junction
Historic Railway: junction
Railway: site
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Fixme: join to road and delete noexit=yes when cycleway construction is completed - may be some years away
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.5262245/-2.4354522
Fixme: join to road and delete noexit=yes when cycleway construction is completed - may be some years away
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.5267736/-2.4329583
Give Way
Direction: forward
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Power: pole
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Give Way
Direction: backward
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Give Way
Direction: forward
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Give Way
Direction: backward
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Rodford
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Material: metal
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Man Made: surveillance
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Entrance: yes
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Entrance: yes
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 51.5272022/-2.4319502
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 51.5273746/-2.4304121
Barrier: stile
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