Parson's Wood Hill

Hill, Mountain in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Parson's Wood Hill

Railway Path The south staffordshire railway walk near Himley.
Railway Path Credit: Gordon Griffiths

Parson's Wood Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated near the village of Abbots Bromley, this hill is a well-known landmark in the area. It stands at an elevation of approximately 227 meters (745 feet) above sea level, making it one of the highest points in Staffordshire.

The hill is covered with dense woodland, primarily composed of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and birch. These trees create a picturesque landscape, especially during the autumn season when their leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and gold. The woodland is a haven for various species of birds and small mammals, providing a diverse ecosystem for wildlife enthusiasts.

Parson's Wood Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, visitors can see as far as the Staffordshire Moorlands and the Peak District National Park to the east. To the west, the hill overlooks the fertile farmlands of Staffordshire, dotted with quaint villages and rolling hills.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, walking, and nature photography. Several well-marked trails lead up to the summit, allowing visitors to explore the woodland and enjoy the peacefulness of the surroundings. Parson's Wood Hill is also a great spot for picnics, with designated areas offering scenic views and benches.

Overall, Parson's Wood Hill is a remarkable natural landmark in Staffordshire, offering both locals and tourists a chance to appreciate the beauty of the English countryside and connect with nature.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Parson's Wood Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.535802/-2.1758524 or Grid Reference SO8893. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway Path The south staffordshire railway walk near Himley.
Railway Path
The south staffordshire railway walk near Himley.
Bridgnorth Road View The B4176 at Himley.
Bridgnorth Road View
The B4176 at Himley.
Wombourne Institute The 1863 Institute in Church Road stands next to St Benedict Church overlooking the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Institute
The 1863 Institute in Church Road stands next to St Benedict Church overlooking the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Church The St Benedict Biscop Church stands in Church Road overlooking the Village Green.
Wombourne Church
The St Benedict Biscop Church stands in Church Road overlooking the Village Green.
Green on the Green Wombourne Bowls Club stands on the Staffordshire Village Green, with St Benedict's Church in the background.
Green on the Green
Wombourne Bowls Club stands on the Staffordshire Village Green, with St Benedict's Church in the background.
Wombourne Path The view up Maypole Street alongside the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Path
The view up Maypole Street alongside the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Butchers The view of Boxley's of Wombourne in Windmill Bank near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne Butchers
The view of Boxley's of Wombourne in Windmill Bank near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Maypole and Street The view in Maypole Street Wombourne near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Maypole and Street
The view in Maypole Street Wombourne near the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne View The view of Gravel Hill from the corner of the Staffordshire Village Green.
Wombourne View
The view of Gravel Hill from the corner of the Staffordshire Village Green.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
The spire of St Benedict Biscop Church at Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.
St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire.

<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.stbenedictbiscop.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.stbenedictbiscop.org.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>
St Benedict Biscop Church in Wombourne, Staffordshire
In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The 14th century tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the original 14th century tower and spire. LinkExternal link
St Benedict's Church clock in Wombourne, Staffordshire The tower was originally built in the 14th century and has structural strengthening ironware showing here, as well as a gargoyle.

In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the 14th century tower and spire.
St Benedict's Church clock in Wombourne, Staffordshire
The tower was originally built in the 14th century and has structural strengthening ironware showing here, as well as a gargoyle. In 1840 nearly all the then existing medieval church was demolished. The tower with its recessed stone spire was retained. The 1840 rebuild was itself taken down, and the present fine structure replaced it in 1867 - again retaining the 14th century tower and spire.
War memorial in St Benedict's churchyard in Wombourne, Staffordshire The inscription reads:

TO
THE GLORY OF GOD
AND IN MEMORY OF
THE MEN OF WOMBOURN
WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES
FOR THEIR COUNTRY
IN THE GREAT WAR
1914-1919
1939-1945
War memorial in St Benedict's churchyard in Wombourne, Staffordshire
The inscription reads: TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN MEMORY OF THE MEN OF WOMBOURN WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR COUNTRY IN THE GREAT WAR 1914-1919 1939-1945
Bratch Locks Plaque recording the refurbishment of the locks
Bratch Locks
Plaque recording the refurbishment of the locks
Below Bratch Locks
Below Bratch Locks
Griffiths Drive The view of the Close off Sytch Lane, Wombourne.
Griffiths Drive
The view of the Close off Sytch Lane, Wombourne.
Show me another place!

Parson's Wood Hill is located at Grid Ref: SO8893 (Lat: 52.535802, Lng: -2.1758524)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

What 3 Words

///meals.pull.closed. Near Wombourn, Staffordshire

Related Wikis

The Wodehouse

The Wodehouse is a Grade II* listed English country house near Wombourne, Staffordshire, notable as the family seat of the Georgian landscape designer...

Wom Brook

The Wom Brook is a stream in South Staffordshire, England. It flows through the large village of Wombourne, and has played an important part in its industrial...

Wombourne

Wombourne is a village and civil parish located in the district of South Staffordshire, in the county of Staffordshire, England. It is 4 miles (6 km) south...

Wombourn railway station

Wombourn railway station was the main intermediate station on the Wombourne Branch Line, situated at the Bratch. It was opened by the Great Western Railway...

Wombourne High School

Wombourne High School (formerly Ounsdale High School) is a coeducational secondary school and sixth form located in Wombourne, Staffordshire, England....

Bratch

The Bratch is an area of Wombourne in South Staffordshire, England, noted for its industrial heritage and more recently as a way station for walkers, riders...

Baggeridge Country Park

Baggeridge Country Park is located within the South Staffordshire district of Staffordshire, England. Its entrance is on the A463 just west of Gospel End...

Baggeridge Colliery

Baggeridge Colliery was a colliery located in Sedgley, West Midlands England. == Colliery History == The Baggeridge Colliery was an enterprise of the Earls...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.535802,-2.1758524
Motorway Junction
Lat/Long: 52.5339897/-2.1777489
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.5345404/-2.1736781
Bus Stop
Police Station
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C610201
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Police Station
Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan Landmark: Police Station
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.5363642/-2.1814024
Bus Stop
Gilbert Lane
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C622201
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Gilbert Lane
Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan Landmark: Gilbert Lane
Naptan Street: Stourbridge Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.5375383/-2.1778393
Power: tower
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 52.5344849/-2.1714516
Power: tower
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 52.5356367/-2.1758381
Power: tower
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 52.533904/-2.1692951
Power: tower
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 52.5380385/-2.1790702
Police
Wombourne Police Station
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 52.5362387/-2.1813448
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 52.5361309/-2.1824983
Traffic Calming: cushion
Lat/Long: 52.5375722/-2.1824781
Traffic Calming: cushion
Lat/Long: 52.5383272/-2.1807902
Traffic Calming: cushion
Lat/Long: 52.5386956/-2.1801731
Note: fixme
Lat/Long: 52.5355196/-2.1796477
Mobile Phone Mast
Communication Mobile Phone: yes
Man Made: tower
Tower Construction: mast
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 52.5353535/-2.1770239
Communication Mobile Phone: yes
Man Made: tower
Tower Construction: mast
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 52.5355191/-2.1766806
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.5342353/-2.1809176
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Parson's Wood Hill?

Leave your review of Parson's Wood Hill below (or comments, questions and feedback).