Beacon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Staffordshire

England

Beacon Hill

New Year on Northway The Northway Estate in Sedgley on New Year&#039;s Day. — New Year on Northway Credit: Gordon Griffiths

Beacon Hill is a prominent hill located in Staffordshire, England. Standing at an elevation of approximately 811 feet (247 meters), it is considered one of the highest points in the county. The hill is situated about 3 miles (5 kilometers) northeast of Penkridge, a small market town in Staffordshire.

Beacon Hill is known for its stunning natural beauty and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy sweeping vistas of the Staffordshire countryside, with rolling hills, picturesque farmland, and charming villages stretching out as far as the eye can see.

The hill takes its name from the beacon that once stood at its summit. Historically, beacons were used as warning signals or to communicate messages over long distances. Beacon Hill's strategic location made it an ideal spot for such a purpose, as it provided a clear line of sight across the region.

Today, Beacon Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The hill is part of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, attracting hikers, walkers, and cyclists who come to explore its extensive network of trails. The hill's diverse wildlife and rich biodiversity also make it a haven for birdwatchers and nature photographers.

Beacon Hill is easily accessible, with a car park located at its base, providing convenient access for visitors. The hill's tranquil surroundings and peaceful atmosphere make it an ideal spot for a leisurely picnic or a relaxing day out in nature. With its natural beauty and historical significance, Beacon Hill is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Staffordshire.

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Beacon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.547339/-2.1153784 or Grid Reference SO9294. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New Year on Northway The Northway Estate in Sedgley on New Year&#039;s Day.

New Year on Northway

The Northway Estate in Sedgley on New Year's Day.

Gordon Griffiths

Northway View The Northway Estate in Sedgley on New Year&#039;s Day.

Northway View

The Northway Estate in Sedgley on New Year's Day.

Gordon Griffiths

Christmas on Northway The Northway Estate in Sedgley on Christmas Day.

Christmas on Northway

The Northway Estate in Sedgley on Christmas Day.

Gordon Griffiths

A463 Black Country Route near Spring Vale, Wolverhampton Looking north-west towards Bilston and the M6.

A463 Black Country Route near Spring Vale, Wolverhampton

Looking north-west towards Bilston and the M6.

A463 Black Country Route near Spring Vale, Wolverhampton Looking north-west towards Bilston and the M6.

A463 Black Country Route near Spring Vale, Wolverhampton

Looking north-west towards Bilston and the M6.

A463 Black Country Route near Spring Vale, Wolverhampton Looking north-west towards Bilston and the M6. The A463 Black Country Route was built in stages between 1986 and 1992.

A463 Black Country Route near Spring Vale, Wolverhampton

Looking north-west towards Bilston and the M6. The A463 Black Country Route was built in stages between 1986 and 1992.

Anchor Lane Household Waste and Recycling Centre in Wolverhampton This is near the Black Country Route near Spring Vale. Currently, because of disputes about payment by other councils, this site can only be used by Wolverhampton residents. A recent utility bill and a photo ID are required.

Anchor Lane Household Waste and Recycling Centre in Wolverhampton

This is near the Black Country Route near Spring Vale. Currently, because of disputes about payment by other councils, this site can only be used by Wolverhampton residents. A recent utility bill and a photo ID are required.

Electricity sub-station near Deepfields, Dudley Still within the Wolverhampton boundary, this is by Anchor Lane, next to the recycling centre.

Electricity sub-station near Deepfields, Dudley

Still within the Wolverhampton boundary, this is by Anchor Lane, next to the recycling centre.

Electricity sub-station near Deepfields, Dudley Still within the Wolverhampton boundary, this is by Anchor Lane, next to the recycling centre.

Electricity sub-station near Deepfields, Dudley

Still within the Wolverhampton boundary, this is by Anchor Lane, next to the recycling centre.

Anchor Lane near Deepfields, Dudley Anchor Lane is a cul-de-sac, looking east towards Anchor Bridge across the Birmingham Canal Navigation.

Anchor Lane near Deepfields, Dudley

Anchor Lane is a cul-de-sac, looking east towards Anchor Bridge across the Birmingham Canal Navigation.

Northway Traffic Lights The view on the Sedgley estate, Dudley.

Northway Traffic Lights

The view on the Sedgley estate, Dudley.

Gordon Griffiths

Sewage Works View The view from the Penn Common path off the A463 near Sedgley.

Sewage Works View

The view from the Penn Common path off the A463 near Sedgley.

Gordon Griffiths

New Bike Racks The view in the Northway Sedgley.

New Bike Racks

The view in the Northway Sedgley.

Gordon Griffiths

Alderdale Avenue View The view on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Alderdale Avenue View

The view on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Gordon Griffiths

Swallowfields Road The view on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Swallowfields Road

The view on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Gordon Griffiths

Kineton Rise The view on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Kineton Rise

The view on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Gordon Griffiths

Alder Coppice Trees The view of the Weeping Willows on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Alder Coppice Trees

The view of the Weeping Willows on the Northway Estate, Sedgley.

Gordon Griffiths

Autumn Scene The view on the first day of autumn in Sedgley Hall Farm Park.

Autumn Scene

The view on the first day of autumn in Sedgley Hall Farm Park.

Gordon Griffiths

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Beacon Hill is located at Grid Ref: SO9294 (Lat: 52.547339, Lng: -2.1153784)

Unitary Authority: Dudley

Police Authority: West Midlands

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.547339,-2.1153784

Turning Circle

Source: bing

Lat/Long: 52.5498928/-2.1142156

Post Box

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Lat/Long: 52.5494115/-2.1106734

Bus Stop

Dovedale Rd / Camberley Crescent

NaPTANAreaCode: 43000727301

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000727301

Naptan Bearing: NW

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Camberley Crescent

Naptan Indicator: adj

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmjgpaj

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: DOVEDALE RD

Naptan Towards: Bilston, Wolverhampton

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 81;224

Shelter: yes

Shelter Ref: 104205

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.5496755/-2.1110511

Bus Stop

Dovedale Rd / Camberley Crescent

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000727302

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Camberley Crescent

Naptan Indicator: after

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmtwtjw

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: DOVEDALE RD

Naptan Towards: Coseley

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 81;224

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.550053/-2.1112143

Bus Stop

Woodcross St / Wathan Avenue

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000727801

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Wathan Avenue

Naptan Indicator: opp

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmjgpdp

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: WOODCROSS ST

Naptan Towards: Wolverhampton

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 81;223

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.548509/-2.1086591

Bus Stop

Woodcross St / Wathan Avenue

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000727802

Naptan Bearing: SW

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Wathan Avenue

Naptan Indicator: adj

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmjgpdt

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: WOODCROSS ST

Naptan Towards: Coseley

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 81;223

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.5484186/-2.1086441

Bus Stop

Dovedale Rd / Falcon Crescent

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000727902

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Falcon Crescent

Naptan Indicator: before

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmtawtg

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: DOVEDALE RD

Naptan Towards: Sedgley

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 223;224

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.5492176/-2.1104158

Bus Stop

Hall Lane / Robert Wynd

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000728101

Naptan Bearing: NW

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Robert Wynd

Naptan Indicator: opp

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmjgpgd

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: HALL LANE

Naptan Towards: Wolverhampton

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 81;224

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.5472508/-2.1082873

Bus Stop

Roberts Wynd / Hall Lane

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43007281001

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Hall Lane

Naptan Indicator: after

Naptan Landmark: The Horse and Jockey

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmtwtpd

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: ROBERTS WYND

Naptan Towards: Bilston

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 223

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.5474038/-2.1080222

Bus Stop

Mount Rd / Dovedale Rd

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43007753001

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Dovedale Rd

Naptan Indicator: after

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmpmjdg

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: MOUNT RD

Naptan Towards: Bilston

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 223

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.54964/-2.1105938

Bus Stop

Bilston St / Queens Rd

NaPTANAreaCode: 43000852201

Asset Ref: 404233

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000852201

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Queens Rd

Naptan Indicator: adj

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmjwjmt

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: BILSTON ST

Naptan Towards: Sedgley

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 224;229

Shelter: yes

Shelter Ref: 404233

Source: WMCA

Towards: Sedgley

Lat/Long: 52.5432582/-2.1157468

Bus Stop

Bilston St / Queens Rd

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000852202

Naptan Bearing: E

Naptan BusStopType: MKD

Naptan CommonName: Queens Rd

Naptan Indicator: opp

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmjwjmw

Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: BHAMNWS

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: BILSTON ST

Naptan Towards: Bilston

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 224;229

Shelter: no

Source: WMCA

Towards: Bilston

Lat/Long: 52.5435119/-2.1146809

Addr Street: Claremont Cottages

Lat/Long: 52.5429122/-2.1161618

Addr Street: Claremont Cottages

Lat/Long: 52.5430795/-2.1162281

Post Box

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: DY3 128

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 52.5434078/-2.1149797

JP's

Addr Housename: 124

Addr Street: Bilston Street

Shop: hairdresser

Lat/Long: 52.5434063/-2.1145268

Spar

Brand: Spar

Brand Wikidata: Q610492

Brand Wikipedia: en:SPAR (retailer)

Shop: supermarket

Lat/Long: 52.5434231/-2.114374

Telephone

Booth: KX100

Covered: booth

Lat/Long: 52.5436014/-2.1141975

Fast Food

Blue Ocean

Addr Housenumber: 128

Addr Postcode: DY3 1JF

Addr Street: Bilston Street

Cuisine: fish_and_chips

Fhrs Id: 688827

Source Addr: FHRS Open Data

Lat/Long: 52.5434455/-2.1141723

Bluecore Solutions LTD

Shop: computer

Lat/Long: 52.54343/-2.1142834

Addr Housenumber: 25

Addr Street: Beacon Passage

Lat/Long: 52.5444399/-2.120728

Barrier: cycle_barrier

Lat/Long: 52.5441772/-2.1202701

Bench

Lat/Long: 52.5433209/-2.1161737

Bench

Lat/Long: 52.5433558/-2.1163203

Post Box

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: pillar

Ref: DY3 130

Lat/Long: 52.5458212/-2.1179241

Addr Housenumber: 1

Addr Street: Springfield Green

Lat/Long: 52.5463674/-2.1191004

Addr Housenumber: 10

Addr Street: Springfield Green

Lat/Long: 52.5463335/-2.1193922

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 52.5474012/-2.1201308

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 52.5454066/-2.1159751

Post Box

Note: no collection plate on this box today(01/09/2020).

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Mounting: brick_pillar

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: DY3 9

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 52.5459945/-2.1121469

Shop: convenience

Lat/Long: 52.5461481/-2.1121359

Barrier: cycle_barrier

Lat/Long: 52.54634/-2.1136389

Barrier: bollard

Lat/Long: 52.5463741/-2.1131411

Barrier: cycle_barrier

Lat/Long: 52.5464979/-2.1128266

Barrier: cycle_barrier

Bicycle: yes

Foot: yes

Motor Vehicle: no

Lat/Long: 52.5468912/-2.1149333

Man Made: tower

Tower Type: communication

Lat/Long: 52.5471809/-2.1148888

Barrier: cycle_barrier

Lat/Long: 52.5476614/-2.1155832

Man Made: tower

Tower Type: communication

Lat/Long: 52.5478384/-2.1154035

Tourism: picnic_site

Lat/Long: 52.5480231/-2.1159381

Entrance: yes

Note: This is a huge gate leading into the hill

Lat/Long: 52.5509962/-2.1190299

Power: substation

Lat/Long: 52.5465182/-2.1126089

Grit Bin

Lat/Long: 52.5472301/-2.1120384

Crossing

Crossing: traffic_signals

Crossing Ref: pelican

Lat/Long: 52.5433491/-2.1154682

Cinder Hill

Place: locality

Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 52.5467231/-2.1089419

Sedgley Beacon

Ele: 235

Natural: peak

Lat/Long: 52.5473439/-2.1144677

Beacon Hill

Natural: peak

Wikidata: Q4875944

Lat/Long: 52.548465/-2.1175222

Man Made: street_cabinet

Source: survey

Street Cabinet: communications

Lat/Long: 52.5435956/-2.1142316

Man Made: street_cabinet

Source: survey

Street Cabinet: communications

Lat/Long: 52.5436046/-2.1141646

Dovedale Rd / Falcon Crescent

Naptan AtcoCode: 43000727901

Naptan Bearing: NW

Naptan BusStopType: CUS

Naptan CommonName: Falcon Crescent

Naptan Indicator: after

Naptan NaptanCode: nwmtawtd

Naptan Status: ACT

Naptan StopType: BCT

Naptan Street: DOVEDALE RD

Naptan Towards: Bilston

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 223;224

Source: WMCA

Lat/Long: 52.5486493/-2.1100876

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 52.5507724/-2.1196737

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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