Dolman's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Dorset

England

Dolman's Hill

Deans Drove
Deans Drove Credit: Alex McGregor

Dolman's Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Dorset, England. Rising to an elevation of approximately 309 meters (1,014 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain due to its lower height. Situated in the southwestern part of the county, Dolman's Hill forms part of the larger Dorset Downs, a range known for its rolling, chalky hills.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and rounded summit, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its location within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty contributes to its appeal for both locals and tourists alike. The diverse wildlife present on Dolman's Hill includes a variety of birds, such as skylarks and kestrels, as well as small mammals like rabbits and foxes.

Access to Dolman's Hill is facilitated by a network of footpaths and bridleways that traverse the area, making it a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. The hill's proximity to nearby towns and villages, such as Dorchester and Cerne Abbas, adds to its accessibility and popularity.

Dolman's Hill also holds historical significance, with archaeological evidence suggesting human activity in the area dating back to the Neolithic period. The remains of ancient settlements and burial mounds have been discovered nearby, providing insights into the region's past.

Overall, Dolman's Hill is a picturesque and historically rich natural landmark, offering a tranquil escape and stunning vistas for those who venture to its summit.

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Dolman's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.754904/-2.1012512 or Grid Reference SY9295. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Deans Drove
Deans Drove
Entrance to Lytchett Matravers Primary School
Entrance to Lytchett Matravers Primary School
Entrance to Solar Farm
Entrance to Solar Farm
Solar Farm
Solar Farm
Samuel Crumpler's Oak Tree, Old Park, Lytchett Matravers See also: 
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5129868">SY9295 : The Giant and the Dwarf</a>

A COUNTRY TRAGEDY
By Beau Parke 
Samuel Crumpler paid the price for being so nice 
and trusting with his bull; 
He walked the field that blistering Summer's day 
whilst checking acreage and gauging chores 
unmindful of his young and powerful charge. 
Then suddenly the animal took pace 
and rushed and roared and snorted t'wards his face, 
whilst Sam stepped back, yet still believed 
the bull was easy to contain: 
But on it went, momentum built 
to such a speed and strength that Sam, alarmed, 
tried frantic'ly to reach for branches of the nearby oak, 
but failed to get the leverage he needed now 
to avoid its frenzied, maddened surge; 
He yelled in terrifying pain as he was pinned against 
the trunk and gored relentlessly by this unreal, unreasoning 
monster that he'd fed and nurtured from a calf; 
The blood was spurting forth as sweat and slime and slaver 
from the bull was intermixed with gore, 
and bones were crushed till Samuel Crumpler's broken frame 
was tossed into the air, now cruelly 
scythed and crunched beyond all comprehension. 

His sorrowing widow and nine sons and daughters 
saw him laid to rest a few days later 
in the Village Churchyard, knowing that local history 
had been made at his expense for trusting that 
young bull and lowering his guard. 
Samuel Crumpler, wheelwright, carpenter and sometime farmer died, 
aged fifty-five, in 1849; a kind and strong and gallant, 
some say foolish, family man.
Samuel Crumpler's Oak Tree, Old Park, Lytchett Matravers
See also: SY9295 : The Giant and the Dwarf A COUNTRY TRAGEDY By Beau Parke Samuel Crumpler paid the price for being so nice and trusting with his bull; He walked the field that blistering Summer's day whilst checking acreage and gauging chores unmindful of his young and powerful charge. Then suddenly the animal took pace and rushed and roared and snorted t'wards his face, whilst Sam stepped back, yet still believed the bull was easy to contain: But on it went, momentum built to such a speed and strength that Sam, alarmed, tried frantic'ly to reach for branches of the nearby oak, but failed to get the leverage he needed now to avoid its frenzied, maddened surge; He yelled in terrifying pain as he was pinned against the trunk and gored relentlessly by this unreal, unreasoning monster that he'd fed and nurtured from a calf; The blood was spurting forth as sweat and slime and slaver from the bull was intermixed with gore, and bones were crushed till Samuel Crumpler's broken frame was tossed into the air, now cruelly scythed and crunched beyond all comprehension. His sorrowing widow and nine sons and daughters saw him laid to rest a few days later in the Village Churchyard, knowing that local history had been made at his expense for trusting that young bull and lowering his guard. Samuel Crumpler, wheelwright, carpenter and sometime farmer died, aged fifty-five, in 1849; a kind and strong and gallant, some say foolish, family man.
The Giant and the Dwarf This veteran Oak tree is dwarfed by its infant neighbour. It soaks up the negative energy emitted by the pylons. For more information about this oak tree, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5129861">SY9295 : Samuel Crumpler's Oak Tree, Old Park, Lytchett Matravers</a>.
The Giant and the Dwarf
This veteran Oak tree is dwarfed by its infant neighbour. It soaks up the negative energy emitted by the pylons. For more information about this oak tree, see SY9295 : Samuel Crumpler's Oak Tree, Old Park, Lytchett Matravers.
St Mary's Church, East Morden
St Mary's Church, East Morden
Lytchett Matravers, brook Originating from a spring nearby, flowing down to join Sherford River.
Lytchett Matravers, brook
Originating from a spring nearby, flowing down to join Sherford River.
Lytchett Matravers, footpath From Deans Drove, following the course of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5353610">SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook</a>.
Lytchett Matravers, footpath
From Deans Drove, following the course of SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook.
Lytchett Matravers, Deans Drove Village road with a hollow (caused or used by <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5353610">SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook</a>) from Foxhills Road to Wareham Road.
Lytchett Matravers, Deans Drove
Village road with a hollow (caused or used by SY9494 : Lytchett Matravers, brook) from Foxhills Road to Wareham Road.
Lytchett Matravers Primary School On Wareham Road: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.lytchettmatraversprimary.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lytchettmatraversprimary.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>
Lytchett Matravers Primary School
On Wareham Road: LinkExternal link
Lytchett Matravers, store General store and family butchers, on Wareham Road.
Lytchett Matravers, store
General store and family butchers, on Wareham Road.
Lytchett Matravers, power lines Striding across grazing land.
Lytchett Matravers, power lines
Striding across grazing land.
Lytchett Matravers, bridleway Through grazing land, from Middle Road to Halls Road.
Lytchett Matravers, bridleway
Through grazing land, from Middle Road to Halls Road.
Lytchett Matravers, caravans Traditional Dorset shepherd's caravans, in a field next to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5356590">SY9394 : Lytchett Matravers, bridleway</a>.
Lytchett Matravers, caravans
Traditional Dorset shepherd's caravans, in a field next to SY9394 : Lytchett Matravers, bridleway.
Lytchett Matravers, pumping station On Halls Road.
Lytchett Matravers, pumping station
On Halls Road.
Lytchett Matravers, Halls Road A straight road connecting Bulbury Lane with Wareham Road, and forming the boundary between Lytchett Matravers (left) and Lytchett Minster (right). To the front is an illegible boundary stone.
Lytchett Matravers, Halls Road
A straight road connecting Bulbury Lane with Wareham Road, and forming the boundary between Lytchett Matravers (left) and Lytchett Minster (right). To the front is an illegible boundary stone.
Lytchett Matravers, Middle Road Leading from Halls Road to the village centre.
Lytchett Matravers, Middle Road
Leading from Halls Road to the village centre.
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Dolman's Hill is located at Grid Ref: SY9295 (Lat: 50.754904, Lng: -2.1012512)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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