Glaze Hill

Hill, Mountain in Cheshire

England

Glaze Hill

Footpath north of Mottram St. Andrew This footpath connects Wilmslow Old Road and Blackhurst Brow (A538)
Footpath north of Mottram St. Andrew Credit: Philip Cornwall

Glaze Hill is a small hill located in the county of Cheshire, England. Situated near the village of Bickerton, it forms part of the Cheshire Sandstone Ridge, a prominent geological feature in the region. Glaze Hill is relatively modest in size, reaching an elevation of around 240 meters (787 feet) above sea level.

The hill is renowned for its stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On a clear day, visitors can see as far as the Welsh hills to the west, the Peak District National Park to the east, and even the distant cities of Liverpool and Manchester. These breathtaking vistas make Glaze Hill a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike.

The hill is characterized by its unique sandstone geology, which has been shaped by centuries of erosion and weathering. The exposed rock formations offer an intriguing glimpse into the area's geological history. The sandstone also supports a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and various species of birds.

Glaze Hill is easily accessible via well-maintained footpaths and bridleways, making it a great location for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. Additionally, the hill is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling fields, charming villages, and historic landmarks adding to its appeal.

Overall, Glaze Hill in Cheshire offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region while enjoying stunning views and exploring the unique geology of the area.

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Glaze Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.297293/-2.2105967 or Grid Reference SJ8677. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath north of Mottram St. Andrew This footpath connects Wilmslow Old Road and Blackhurst Brow (A538)
Footpath north of Mottram St. Andrew
This footpath connects Wilmslow Old Road and Blackhurst Brow (A538)
Small pool in field near Higher House Farm Not a permanent feature marked on map, so probably a result of recent heavy rain.
Small pool in field near Higher House Farm
Not a permanent feature marked on map, so probably a result of recent heavy rain.
Footbridge on path connecting Old Wilmslow Road to A538 North of Mottram St. Andrew A very well-constructed sturdy footbridge crossing a small stream
Footbridge on path connecting Old Wilmslow Road to A538 North of Mottram St. Andrew
A very well-constructed sturdy footbridge crossing a small stream
Signpost at junction of Oak Road and Priest Lane, Mottram St Andrew These images are from <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.milestonesociety.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.milestonesociety.co.uk/">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>
Signpost at junction of Oak Road and Priest Lane, Mottram St Andrew
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Hare Hill (National Trust): Car park and entrance
Hare Hill (National Trust): Car park and entrance
Around Wilmslow (13) View south to Alderley Edge
Around Wilmslow (13)
View south to Alderley Edge
Around Wilmslow (19) 47 Hough Lane
Around Wilmslow (19)
47 Hough Lane
Around Wilmslow (20) Paddock Hill Farm
Around Wilmslow (20)
Paddock Hill Farm
Around Wilmslow (21) Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (21)
Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (22) Track at Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (22)
Track at Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (23) Trees framed against the distant Peak District
Around Wilmslow (23)
Trees framed against the distant Peak District
Around Wilmslow (24) Towards Oak Hollow
Around Wilmslow (24)
Towards Oak Hollow
On Hare Hill Estate (1) Lake
On Hare Hill Estate (1)
Lake
On Hare Hill Estate (2) Cattle
On Hare Hill Estate (2)
Cattle
View over Oak Farm Taken from the path up to Alderley Edge.
View over Oak Farm
Taken from the path up to Alderley Edge.
Alderley Edge Station
Alderley Edge Station
In Alderley Edge (1) Car park along the railway
In Alderley Edge (1)
Car park along the railway
In Alderley Edge (2) Shops on London Road
In Alderley Edge (2)
Shops on London Road
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Glaze Hill is located at Grid Ref: SJ8677 (Lat: 53.297293, Lng: -2.2105967)

Unitary Authority: Cheshire East

Police Authority: Cheshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.297293,-2.2105967
Castle Rock
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.2985654/-2.2174278
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2935659/-2.2133806
Armada Beacon
Historic: monument
Listed Status: scheduled monument
Wikidata: Q17664599
Lat/Long: 53.2963971/-2.213878
Stormy Point
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.2978046/-2.211123
Balloon Shaft
Man Made: mineshaft
Note: Engine Vein Mine
Lat/Long: 53.2945373/-2.2119651
Druids' Circle
Archaeological Site: megalith
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic Civilization: victorian
Megalith Type: stone_circle
Lat/Long: 53.2963874/-2.2112836
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 53.2980588/-2.2145987
Engine Vein
Description: Entrance door contains a plaque "Barclays Bank Night Safe". Expeditions occur twice a year and are ran by Derbyshire Caving Club.
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2939833/-2.2104984
Saddlebole Mine
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2996063/-2.2110404
Devil's Grave
Man Made: mineshaft
Lat/Long: 53.2976938/-2.2113351
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2973427/-2.2102883
Alderley Edge
Ele: 194
Natural: peak
Note: This is the highest natural point of Alderley Edge - The Armada Beacon is higher, but the mound on which it sits is man made. It is difficult to determine which is the highest point. This location (Grid Reference SJ 85895 77454) is taken from The Database
Wikidata: Q5535336
Wikipedia: en:Geology of Alderley Edge
Lat/Long: 53.2937952/-2.2130385
Bear Pit Shaft
Man Made: mineshaft
Note: Engine Vein Mine
Lat/Long: 53.2943008/-2.2114643
Pot Shaft
Man Made: mineshaft
Note: Engine Vein Mine
Lat/Long: 53.2942045/-2.2108582
Dickens Wood
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 53.296473/-2.2080428
Waterfall Wood
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 53.2967776/-2.2041072
Findlow Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 53.2992674/-2.2082855
Wishing Well
Natural: spring
Lat/Long: 53.2974286/-2.2132284
Holy Well
Natural: spring
Lat/Long: 53.2974863/-2.2129629
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 53.2983321/-2.2049575
The Golden Stone
Listed Status: scheduled monument
Natural: stone
Wikidata: Q17674657
Lat/Long: 53.2954137/-2.2082855
Engine Vein Copper Mine
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 53.2941661/-2.2108783
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.2973844/-2.2128994
Eroding History
Direction: 235
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.2975311/-2.2108798
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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