Bunkers Hill

Hill, Mountain in Cheshire

England

Bunkers Hill

Britannia Hotel The Britannia Hotel and Conference Centre on Dialstone Lane, Offerton, Stockport SJ911891
Britannia Hotel Credit: Alan Fleming

Bunkers Hill is a prominent landmark located in the county of Cheshire, England. Situated near the village of Disley, it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain due to its relatively modest elevation. Despite its lower height, Bunkers Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers.

Rising approximately 280 meters above sea level, Bunkers Hill is part of the Peak District National Park, renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes, covered with lush greenery and a variety of flora and fauna. It is predominantly composed of sandstone, which gives the area its distinctive reddish hue.

The summit of Bunkers Hill provides visitors with breathtaking vistas of the Cheshire Plain, stretching out towards the Welsh mountains in the distance. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the cities of Manchester and Liverpool. The hill also overlooks the picturesque Lyme Park, an expansive estate known for its grand mansion and beautifully landscaped gardens.

Access to Bunkers Hill is facilitated by a network of footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. The hill is particularly popular for walking and hiking, with routes suitable for all abilities. The tranquility and natural beauty of Bunkers Hill make it a cherished destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

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Bunkers Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.407187/-2.1012858 or Grid Reference SJ9390. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Britannia Hotel The Britannia Hotel and Conference Centre on Dialstone Lane, Offerton, Stockport SJ911891
Britannia Hotel
The Britannia Hotel and Conference Centre on Dialstone Lane, Offerton, Stockport SJ911891
Sunup at Offerton Green Early morning sun through the trees dazzles those waiting at the bus-stop at the end of Bean Leach Lane.
Sunup at Offerton Green
Early morning sun through the trees dazzles those waiting at the bus-stop at the end of Bean Leach Lane.
Farmers' Market Early Sunday morning assembly of fruit and veg sellers behind the pub on Dooley Lane, Marple.  The mist has not yet burned off.
Farmers' Market
Early Sunday morning assembly of fruit and veg sellers behind the pub on Dooley Lane, Marple. The mist has not yet burned off.
Marple Hall School The Bradshaw Buildings, Marple Hall School.
Marple Hall School
The Bradshaw Buildings, Marple Hall School.
Old Torkington Road Before the new piece of road to the traffic lights was constructed, this section of road joined the A626 near Yew Tree Farm.
Old Torkington Road
Before the new piece of road to the traffic lights was constructed, this section of road joined the A626 near Yew Tree Farm.
Bunkers Hill and Sewage Works Looking over the Goyt valley from the SW
Bunkers Hill and Sewage Works
Looking over the Goyt valley from the SW
River  Goyt Looking downstream from a point on the Goyt Valley Way to the south of Bredbury Green.
River Goyt
Looking downstream from a point on the Goyt Valley Way to the south of Bredbury Green.
Stile A stile on the public footpath from Bredbury Green to the banks of the River Goyt to the east of Stockport.
Stile
A stile on the public footpath from Bredbury Green to the banks of the River Goyt to the east of Stockport.
Weir at Otterspool One of a series of weirs between Otterspool and Marple along the River Goyt.
Weir at Otterspool
One of a series of weirs between Otterspool and Marple along the River Goyt.
Bridge at Otterspool When the bridge was widened the side wall was dismantled and rebuilt as the wall for the new bridge, seen clearly in the photo.
Bridge at Otterspool
When the bridge was widened the side wall was dismantled and rebuilt as the wall for the new bridge, seen clearly in the photo.
River Goyt in Woodbank Park Autumn colours along the River Goyt as it meanders into Stockport.
River Goyt in Woodbank Park
Autumn colours along the River Goyt as it meanders into Stockport.
The Golden Hind On the corner of Lisburne Lane and Marple Road.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1477567">SJ9189 : Sign of the Golden Hind</a>
The Golden Hind
On the corner of Lisburne Lane and Marple Road. SJ9189 : Sign of the Golden Hind
Sign of the Golden Hind Sign for the Golden Hind <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1477558">SJ9189 : The Golden Hind</a>.
Sign of the Golden Hind
Sign for the Golden Hind SJ9189 : The Golden Hind.
Chadwell Road A cul-de-sac off Marple Road.
Chadwell Road
A cul-de-sac off Marple Road.
Offerton Methodist Church Originally a Wesleyan Chapel on Marple Road. On the front is a commemorative stone <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1477638">SJ9288 : Wesleyan Chapel AD 1887</a>.
Offerton Methodist Church
Originally a Wesleyan Chapel on Marple Road. On the front is a commemorative stone SJ9288 : Wesleyan Chapel AD 1887.
Wesleyan Chapel AD 1887 Commemorative stone on Offerton Methodist Church <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1477612">SJ9288 : Offerton Methodist Church</a>.
Wesleyan Chapel AD 1887
Commemorative stone on Offerton Methodist Church SJ9288 : Offerton Methodist Church.
St John's Church, Offerton
St John's Church, Offerton
Marple Road, Offerton The A626 Stockport to Glossop road at the corner of Old Hall Drive near St John's <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1477670">SJ9288 : St John's Church, Offerton</a>.
Marple Road, Offerton
The A626 Stockport to Glossop road at the corner of Old Hall Drive near St John's SJ9288 : St John's Church, Offerton.
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Bunkers Hill is located at Grid Ref: SJ9390 (Lat: 53.407187, Lng: -2.1012858)

Unitary Authority: Stockport

Police Authority: Greater Manchester

What 3 Words

///candle.twigs.goals. Near Bredbury, Manchester

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.407187,-2.1012858
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Spread Eagle
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Bredbury Green, southbound Overdale Road
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