Bignall Hill

Hill, Mountain in Staffordshire Newcastle-under-Lyme

England

Bignall Hill

Partridge Nest Farm No longer a working farm, there are still stables for a few horses. — Partridge Nest Farm Credit: Steve Lewin

Bignall Hill, located in Staffordshire, England, is a prominent hill that forms part of the North Staffordshire Moors. It stands at an elevation of approximately 360 meters (1,180 feet) above sea level, making it one of the highest points in the surrounding area. The hill is situated near the villages of Bignall End and Halmer End, and it offers stunning panoramic views of the Staffordshire countryside.

Bignall Hill is known for its distinctive shape, with a rounded summit that provides a picturesque and easily recognizable landmark in the region. It is covered in grass and features scattered trees and shrubs, adding to its natural beauty. The hill is accessible via public footpaths and provides an excellent location for hiking and walking enthusiasts to enjoy the outdoors.

The hill has a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements and human activity dating back thousands of years. Archaeological findings in the area have revealed remnants of Iron Age and Roman occupation, including pottery and coins. Bignall Hill also played a significant role during the Industrial Revolution, with coal mining being a major industry in the vicinity.

Today, Bignall Hill serves as a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors alike. Its elevated position offers breathtaking views of the Staffordshire countryside, and on clear days, one can see as far as the Cheshire Plain and the Peak District. The hill provides a peaceful and tranquil setting, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Bignall Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.057516/-2.267479 or Grid Reference SJ8251. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Partridge Nest Farm

No longer a working farm, there are still stables for a few horses.

Steve Lewin

New Woodhouse Farm

Steve Lewin

Footpath at Wood Lane

View from the footpath looking towards the houses at Wood Lane, just about visible through the trees.

Steve Lewin

Van's, Newcastle Way

Must have been going at some speed to get this far from the road :)

Brian Deegan

Path leading north towards the Wedgwood Monument on Bignall Hill

The large stone monument on the summit which is dedicated to John Wedgwood (1760–1839), a former local employer and coal mine owner. Wedgwood's monument was initially an obelisk erected in 1850. Following storm damage in 1976 it was reduced to a quarter of its original size, although the base is still substantial. The monument is a Grade II listed building.(source Wikipedia)

Colin Park

Trig Point on Bignall Hill near Talke

Colin Park

Diglake Farm Track Under The Disused Audley Line

Brian Deegan

Newcastle Way, Bignall Hill reservoir

Brian Deegan

Ungrazed lime

A lime tree in a field which has not been grazed for many years. The branches are touching the ground.

Richard Webb

Newcastle Road

The A34

Richard Webb

Peacock Hay Road

Richard Webb

A34 Talke Road

Richard Webb

Parkhouse Industrial Estate

View from Talke Road.

Richard Webb

Mounds of earth along field boundary

A public footpath leaves a lane at the bushes edge in the distance and crosses what was an old fence line by the stile at the centre of the image. Curiously, mounds of earth have been piled along the fence route presumably ready to create some form of earthwork along its length.

Trevor Littlewood

Former railway bridge over farm track

On the right of, and parallel to, the farm track, footpath Audley 31 leads up onto the old trackbed. The small purple badge on the gatepost indicates this is part of the Two Saints' Way. Compared with an Apr 2015 view in Link there is now a metal gate across the track, and the wooden kissing gate has been replaced by a metal one.

Jonathan Hutchins