East Hill

Hill, Mountain in Dorset

England

East Hill

Fingerpost at Culliford Tree near Sutton Poyntz Credit: Colin Park

East Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated near the town of Swanage, it is part of the larger Purbeck Hills range. Rising to an elevation of approximately 173 meters (568 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel.

The hill is predominantly composed of chalk and flint, which gives it a distinctive white appearance. Its steep slopes are covered in lush grassland and patches of gorse, providing a picturesque landscape for visitors. A network of footpaths and trails crisscross the hill, allowing hikers and nature enthusiasts to explore its diverse flora and fauna.

At the summit of East Hill, there is a trig point, marking its highest point and offering visitors a perfect vantage point to admire the stunning vistas. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Isle of Wight and the famous Jurassic Coast.

East Hill holds great historical significance as well. It is home to several ancient burial mounds, known as barrows, which date back thousands of years. These barrows are evidence of human activity in the area since prehistoric times.

With its natural beauty, rich history, and panoramic views, East Hill in Dorset is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of the English countryside.

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East Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.659718/-2.4086848 or Grid Reference SY7184. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fingerpost at Culliford Tree near Sutton Poyntz

Colin Park

On South Dorset Ridgeway heading down to Combe Valley Road near Sutton Poynt

Colin Park

Bank Barrow, near Broadmayne

A rare complete bank barrow just off the road on the South Dorset ridgeway. Sadly it was too blustery to investigate further today.

Becky Williamson

South West Coast Path on West Hill

This track is both the route of the South Dorset Ridgeway and South West Coast Path on West Hill.

Philip Halling

Trailer bed

A trailer bed beside the South West Coast Path on West Hill.

Philip Halling

Junction of bridleways on White Horse Hill

Junction of bridleways on White Horse Hill, the acorn marking the course of the South West Coast Path is just visible on the sign.

Philip Halling

Bridleway on White Horse Hill

The South West Coast Path and South Dorset Ridgeway follows this bridleway on White Horse Hill.

Philip Halling

Track on White Horse Hill

Track and bridleway near the trig point on White Horse Hill. The South West Coast Path and South Dorset Ridgeway follows this bridleway.

Philip Halling

Footpath to the South Dorset Ridgeway form Osmington

Becky Williamson

Osmington White Horse from the Roman Temple on Jordan Hill

Gary Rogers

Mill Pond at Sutton Poyntz

A small mill pond between Silver Street and Sutton Street.

David Dixon

Springhead, Sutton Potntz

Country pub/carvery restaurant opposite the mill pond at Sutton Poyntz.

David Dixon

Sutton Poyntz Mission Hall

David Dixon

Path on West Hill near Sutton Poyntz

David Dixon

Sutton Poyntz, Silver Street

David Dixon

St Andrew's Church, Preston

A fourteenth century Anglican parish church in Preston, which is a small village and suburb of Weymouth. The tower was rebuilt in the sixteenth century and the church was restored in 1855. St Andrew’s is a Grade II* listed building (List entry Number: 1135140 Link

Historic England).

David Dixon

Preston with Sutton Poyntz War Memorial

This memorial commemorates the residents of Preston with Sutton Poyntz who were killed or missing in the First World War (20 names) and the Second World War (22 names). It is sited in the churchyard outside St Andrew's Church.

David Dixon