Beadle Hill

Hill, Mountain in Lancashire Burnley

England

Beadle Hill

The Pennine Bridleway above Swinden Water The bridleway does a lot of zigzags both on this side and the other side of the valley.
The Pennine Bridleway above Swinden Water Credit: Bill Boaden

Beadle Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Lancashire, England. It is classified as a hill, rather than a mountain, due to its height and topographical characteristics. Situated in the southwestern part of Lancashire, Beadle Hill stands at an elevation of approximately 238 meters (781 feet) above sea level.

The hill is primarily composed of sedimentary rock formations, featuring layers of sandstone and shale. Its geological composition lends itself to a unique landscape, characterized by gentle slopes and undulating terrain. The hill is covered by a mixture of grasses, shrubs, and trees, creating a diverse habitat for various flora and fauna species.

Beadle Hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby town of Chorley and the rolling hills of Lancashire. The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as hiking, hillwalking, and birdwatching.

Its location also provides a peaceful and tranquil environment, attracting visitors seeking solace and relaxation. The hill is easily accessible, with footpaths and trails leading to its summit, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate its natural beauty.

Beadle Hill holds historical significance, with evidence of human activity dating back to prehistoric times. Archaeological excavations have revealed artifacts and remains, indicating that the hill was inhabited during the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods.

Overall, Beadle Hill is a picturesque and historically rich landmark in Lancashire, offering both natural beauty and cultural significance to those who visit.

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Beadle Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.803062/-2.1682279 or Grid Reference SD8934. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Pennine Bridleway above Swinden Water The bridleway does a lot of zigzags both on this side and the other side of the valley.
The Pennine Bridleway above Swinden Water
The bridleway does a lot of zigzags both on this side and the other side of the valley.
The Pennine Bridleway crossing Swinden Water A winding route which reflects previous quarrying activity in the valley.
The Pennine Bridleway crossing Swinden Water
A winding route which reflects previous quarrying activity in the valley.
Path junction on Extwistle Moor The Pennine Bridleway continues up onto the moor, while a path leads off left down to Swinden Bridge.
Path junction on Extwistle Moor
The Pennine Bridleway continues up onto the moor, while a path leads off left down to Swinden Bridge.
Grain on Extwistle Moor This forms a tributary of Swinden Water.
Grain on Extwistle Moor
This forms a tributary of Swinden Water.
Road to Widdop A minor road climbs out of the Thursden Valley towards Widdop in Yorkshire
Road to Widdop
A minor road climbs out of the Thursden Valley towards Widdop in Yorkshire
Gorple Road The road has become a track continuing across the Pennines.
Gorple Road
The road has become a track continuing across the Pennines.
Gorple Road Heading straight down towards Worsthorne. The view extends from Crown Point and Great Hameldon on the left round to Pendle and Pen-y-Ghent which are out of this image on the right.
Gorple Road
Heading straight down towards Worsthorne. The view extends from Crown Point and Great Hameldon on the left round to Pendle and Pen-y-Ghent which are out of this image on the right.
Moorland below Ben Edge Swinden Reservoir is at the bottom and Pendle in the background.
Moorland below Ben Edge
Swinden Reservoir is at the bottom and Pendle in the background.
Path on Delf Hill The path down to Swinden Bridge passes the remains of quarrying on Delf Hill.
Path on Delf Hill
The path down to Swinden Bridge passes the remains of quarrying on Delf Hill.
Dilapidated wall on Delf Hill The remains of former quarrying on the top of the hill are quite evident.
Dilapidated wall on Delf Hill
The remains of former quarrying on the top of the hill are quite evident.
Path down to Swinden Bridge The lower part of the path is a gentle grassy descent. Swinden Reservoir is seen below, with the water level clearly below capacity.
Path down to Swinden Bridge
The lower part of the path is a gentle grassy descent. Swinden Reservoir is seen below, with the water level clearly below capacity.
Iron gate in a wall The gate is an unusual feature on the moors, but it is in perfect working order.
Iron gate in a wall
The gate is an unusual feature on the moors, but it is in perfect working order.
Hurstwood Brook Descending to Hurstwood Reservoir
Hurstwood Brook
Descending to Hurstwood Reservoir
Rocky outcrops near Swinden Water The valley starts to have rocky outcrops as it narrows at this point north of Wood Hey Farm, which is behind the camera. The Burnley Way follows this valley.
Rocky outcrops near Swinden Water
The valley starts to have rocky outcrops as it narrows at this point north of Wood Hey Farm, which is behind the camera. The Burnley Way follows this valley.
Extwistle Hall The derelict Extwistle Hall
Extwistle Hall
The derelict Extwistle Hall
Farm track to Slipper Hill A public footpath from Gorple Road across the hill to the Swinden valley
Farm track to Slipper Hill
A public footpath from Gorple Road across the hill to the Swinden valley
Old quarry south of Swinden Reservoirs
Old quarry south of Swinden Reservoirs
Boundary wall and footpath gate Leaving access land centred on Extwistle Moor to approach the Swinden Reservoirs
Boundary wall and footpath gate
Leaving access land centred on Extwistle Moor to approach the Swinden Reservoirs
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Beadle Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD8934 (Lat: 53.803062, Lng: -2.1682279)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Burnley

Police Authority: Lancashire

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Located within 500m of 53.803062,-2.1682279
Archaeological Site: tumulus
Historic: archaeological_site
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 53.8042659/-2.1627925
Archaeological Site: tumulus
Historic: archaeological_site
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 53.7995199/-2.1705705
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.8043006/-2.1729257
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.8010087/-2.1729472
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.8060395/-2.1729632
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.8032352/-2.1729326
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