Blue Hill

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Blue Hill

Looking towards High Cup Gill from near Harbour Flatt, Appleby Credit: habiloid

Blue Hill is a prominent hill located in Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada. Standing at an elevation of approximately 438 meters (1,437 feet), it is considered one of the highest peaks in the region. Blue Hill is situated within a picturesque rural landscape, surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests.

This natural landmark offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. The hill is known for its distinct blue hue, which can be attributed to the abundance of blueberry bushes that cover its slopes during the summer months. This vibrant display of blueberries in bloom creates a stunning visual contrast against the lush greenery of the hillside.

Blue Hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various species of birds, mammals, and insects inhabiting the area. Hikers can explore a network of well-maintained trails that wind through the hill, providing opportunities to observe wildlife and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

In addition to its natural attractions, Blue Hill also holds cultural significance for the local community. It has been a gathering place for centuries, with Indigenous peoples considering it a sacred site. Today, it serves as a venue for community events, such as festivals and concerts, bringing people together to celebrate and appreciate the area's natural and cultural heritage.

Overall, Blue Hill in Westmorland County is a stunning and culturally significant natural landmark that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Canadian wilderness while also connecting with the region's rich history and traditions.

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Blue Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.591463/-2.413966 or Grid Reference NY7321. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking towards High Cup Gill from near Harbour Flatt, Appleby

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Bridge over Murton Beck, Murton

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Bridge over Hilton Beck

The bridge carries Leagarth Lane, Hilton's main road, over Hilton Beck, and is seen from the public footpath on the south bank heading for Langton and Brackenber. Water levels are quite high, and for those keen to try out little-known river descents, is almost at a paddleable level - this would be a convenient put-on, with parking to the left of the background trees. There's at least one livestock fence to watch out for downstream (but has a big eddy and can probably be sneaked via a broken panel, as of early 2022).

Andy Waddington

Hilton Beck from Thornless Hill

The larger scales of map show the public footpath here as being at the bottom of the steep bank, but invasive gorse rather deterred one from trying anything down there. The top of the bank, however, remains largely in keeping with the name of the rising ground behind the photographer - Thornless Hill. It is not improved pasture like the enclosed fields towards the village of Hilton, but is mainly free of prickly walker-deterrent vegetation. The road is the one to Hilton from Appleby and likely the one that a SatNav would bring you to, since the road south of Hilton passes through Warcop training area and is confusingly missing from such navigation technology (presumably because sometimes it is closed to the public).

Andy Waddington

Footbridge over Murton Beck

The public footpath west from Murton splits here with one way remaining on the north bank of Murton Beck to turn northwards shortly, heading for Brackenthwaite, whilst the footbridge carries the other branch across the beck, to head west to Shepherd's Cottage and Flakebridge (and the end of a minor road to Appleby).

Andy Waddington

Murton and Hilton church

Situated midway between Murton and its smaller satellite Hilton, the church is dedicated to St. John the Baptist. Its graveyard lies just across the minor road between the villages, and slightly nearer to Hilton, and lies among the tall conifers seen on the left of the view.

Andy Waddington