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Birch Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset Mendip

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Birch Hill

The Seymour Arms
The Seymour Arms Credit: Vieve Forward

Birch Hill is a prominent hill located in Somerset, England. Situated in the Mendip Hills, it stands at an elevation of approximately 296 meters (971 feet) above sea level. The hill is easily recognizable due to its distinctive shape and lush greenery, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Covered in dense woodland, Birch Hill offers numerous walking trails and paths that allow visitors to explore its natural beauty. The hill is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with various species of plants and wildlife thriving in its protected habitat. It offers picturesque views of the surrounding countryside, with rolling hills and valleys stretching as far as the eye can see.

Birch Hill is also home to several archaeological sites, including ancient burial mounds and remnants of Iron Age settlements. These historical features contribute to the hill's cultural significance and attract history enthusiasts looking to delve into the area's past.

Furthermore, Birch Hill offers recreational activities such as hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The hill is a haven for bird species, making it a prime location for birdwatchers to observe and identify different avian species.

Overall, Birch Hill in Somerset is a natural haven, combining scenic beauty, cultural heritage, and recreational opportunities. Whether one is seeking a peaceful stroll amidst nature or a deeper exploration of the region's history, Birch Hill offers a fulfilling experience for all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.151563/-2.3695381 or Grid Reference ST7439. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Seymour Arms
The Seymour Arms
The Reading Room, Witham Firary Grade II* former village reading room, dating back to c. 1300, attached to a Carthusian priory. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175244?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Reading Room, Witham Firary
Grade II* former village reading room, dating back to c. 1300, attached to a Carthusian priory. LinkExternal link LinkExternal link
Cattle by Strap Lane And by the GWR, from which this was taken, hence the blurred bush in the foreground, with hedgerow oaks on the left, and a barn at White Oak Farm on the right, by the tree-lined Strap Lane.
Cattle by Strap Lane
And by the GWR, from which this was taken, hence the blurred bush in the foreground, with hedgerow oaks on the left, and a barn at White Oak Farm on the right, by the tree-lined Strap Lane.
Farmland near Upton Noble With hedgerow oak trees, and a curious pyramid in the next field, its northern face covered in daffodils. Down's Farm, to the right, is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST7339">ST7339</a>. View from a train on the Bruton-Westbury stretch of the main line.
Farmland near Upton Noble
With hedgerow oak trees, and a curious pyramid in the next field, its northern face covered in daffodils. Down's Farm, to the right, is in ST7339. View from a train on the Bruton-Westbury stretch of the main line.
2012 : Bungalow for sale, Dark Lane Nearly a mile south of Witham Friary. Outside the entrance to Henleaze Farm.
2012 : Bungalow for sale, Dark Lane
Nearly a mile south of Witham Friary. Outside the entrance to Henleaze Farm.
2012 : Entrance drive to Henleaze Farm A summertime version of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/670934">ST7439 : Drive to Henleaze Farm</a> four years later. Birch Hill is in the background.
2012 : Entrance drive to Henleaze Farm
A summertime version of ST7439 : Drive to Henleaze Farm four years later. Birch Hill is in the background.
2012 : Moorpartk Farm revisited A view from Dark Lane five years after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/466513">ST7439 : Entrance to Moorpark Farm.</a>. Not much changed, barns are a little more rusty, weather improved (for one day only).
2012 : Moorpartk Farm revisited
A view from Dark Lane five years after ST7439 : Entrance to Moorpark Farm.. Not much changed, barns are a little more rusty, weather improved (for one day only).
2012 : West from Dark Lane About one mile south of Witham Friary. A field of uncut mowing grass, still standing due to the wet weather. Should be OK for silage if not left too long.
2012 : West from Dark Lane
About one mile south of Witham Friary. A field of uncut mowing grass, still standing due to the wet weather. Should be OK for silage if not left too long.
2012 : Stack of baled straw off Dark Lane Or it could be silage, haven't seen much wheat in this area, more mowing grass.
2012 : Stack of baled straw off Dark Lane
Or it could be silage, haven't seen much wheat in this area, more mowing grass.
2012 : Hired low loader entering Holt Farm
2012 : Hired low loader entering Holt Farm
2012 : Holt Farm with herd Seen from Dark Lane, Birch Hill behind.
2012 : Holt Farm with herd
Seen from Dark Lane, Birch Hill behind.
2012 : South east on Dark Lane Near the entrance to Holt Farm. Dark Lane runs south and east from Witham Friary to a spot near Upper Gibbons Farm where it becomes Holt Road.
2012 : South east on Dark Lane
Near the entrance to Holt Farm. Dark Lane runs south and east from Witham Friary to a spot near Upper Gibbons Farm where it becomes Holt Road.
2012 : South west from Dark Lane Near the point where it turns into Holt Road. A field of mowing grass not long after mowing. A fine oak tree to the right and another at the end of the hedgerow.
2012 : South west from Dark Lane
Near the point where it turns into Holt Road. A field of mowing grass not long after mowing. A fine oak tree to the right and another at the end of the hedgerow.
2012 : Across the field to Gibbons Farm Seen from Dark Lane, a field away from Upper Gibbons Farm. Hick's Park Wood is on the hill behind.
2012 : Across the field to Gibbons Farm
Seen from Dark Lane, a field away from Upper Gibbons Farm. Hick's Park Wood is on the hill behind.
2012 : South west from Dark Lane The Hermitage is partly seen through the trees and Hick's Park Wood. Oak trees abound in this area at least two here. Electricity pylons are notable for their absence, it can be done.
2012 : South west from Dark Lane
The Hermitage is partly seen through the trees and Hick's Park Wood. Oak trees abound in this area at least two here. Electricity pylons are notable for their absence, it can be done.
2012 : Dark Lane heading south east Somewhere along here it becomes Holt Road and passes Upper Gibbons Farm. A couple of fine oak trees overhang the road. It's all right my beauties, Nelson won't be after you, he's long gone.
2012 : Dark Lane heading south east
Somewhere along here it becomes Holt Road and passes Upper Gibbons Farm. A couple of fine oak trees overhang the road. It's all right my beauties, Nelson won't be after you, he's long gone.
2012 : Dark Lane heading north west To Witham Friary. The entrance on the right is a private road to The Hermitage.
2012 : Dark Lane heading north west
To Witham Friary. The entrance on the right is a private road to The Hermitage.
Witham (Somerset) Station, with a train for Yatton View eastward, towards Westbury, Swindon, reading and London: ex-GW West of England main lines and junction for Wells and Yatton. The train is in the Down Bay, with Collett '4500' 2-6-2T No. 4555 (built 9/24).
Witham (Somerset) Station, with a train for Yatton
View eastward, towards Westbury, Swindon, reading and London: ex-GW West of England main lines and junction for Wells and Yatton. The train is in the Down Bay, with Collett '4500' 2-6-2T No. 4555 (built 9/24).
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Birch Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST7439 (Lat: 51.151563, Lng: -2.3695381)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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