Notting Hill

Hill, Mountain in Dorset

England

Notting Hill

Corfe Mullen, Rushall Lane Lane from Blandford Road North to Corfe Mullen; plantation, left, and properties and grazing land, right.
Corfe Mullen, Rushall Lane Credit: Mike Faherty

Located in the county of Dorset, England, Notting Hill is a picturesque hill that offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Situated near the village of Broadwindsor, this natural landmark is part of the West Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Notting Hill is an elongated hill that stretches for approximately 3 miles and reaches an elevation of 263 meters (863 feet) at its highest point. Covered in lush green vegetation, the hill is primarily composed of chalk, which gives it a distinct white appearance. The landscape is dotted with scattered trees, offering shade and enhancing the area's beauty.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers, who are drawn to its panoramic vistas. The summit provides breathtaking views of the rolling Dorset countryside, with its patchwork fields and charming villages nestled in the valleys below. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the English Channel in the distance.

Notting Hill is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. The hill's grassy slopes provide a habitat for various species of birds, including skylarks and kestrels. Additionally, the surrounding woodlands attract a variety of mammals, such as foxes, badgers, and deer.

Visitors to Notting Hill can explore the area through a network of footpaths that crisscross the hill, allowing for scenic walks and hikes. The hill's tranquil atmosphere and natural beauty make it an idyllic spot for those seeking solace in nature.

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Notting Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.772819/-2.0610567 or Grid Reference SY9597. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Corfe Mullen, Rushall Lane Lane from Blandford Road North to Corfe Mullen; plantation, left, and properties and grazing land, right.
Corfe Mullen, Rushall Lane
Lane from Blandford Road North to Corfe Mullen; plantation, left, and properties and grazing land, right.
Corfe Mullen, plantation Stony Down Plantation - conifers with a little hardwood.
Corfe Mullen, plantation
Stony Down Plantation - conifers with a little hardwood.
Corfe Mullen, bridleway Bridleway and access road, from Rushall Lane to Upton Heath.
Corfe Mullen, bridleway
Bridleway and access road, from Rushall Lane to Upton Heath.
Corfe Mullen, crossroads Jubilee Cross - looking from Rushall Lane to Wimborne Road; left and right, Blandford Road North.
Corfe Mullen, crossroads
Jubilee Cross - looking from Rushall Lane to Wimborne Road; left and right, Blandford Road North.
Corfe Mullen, timber Softwood logs awaiting collection in Stony Down Plantation.
Corfe Mullen, timber
Softwood logs awaiting collection in Stony Down Plantation.
Corfe Mullen, bridleway Across Stony Down Plantation, from Rushall Lane to Old Market Road.
Corfe Mullen, bridleway
Across Stony Down Plantation, from Rushall Lane to Old Market Road.
Corfe Mullen, plantation Stony Down Plantation - conifers with patches of hardwood.
Corfe Mullen, plantation
Stony Down Plantation - conifers with patches of hardwood.
Corfe Mullen, track junction From camera and ahead, the bridleway to Old Market Road; left and right, tracks belonging to a local camping business. Upgrading of the tracks seems to have caused local controversy: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://susanjefferies.mycouncillor.org.uk/2015/10/16/stoney-down-plantation/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://susanjefferies.mycouncillor.org.uk/2015/10/16/stoney-down-plantation/">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>
Corfe Mullen, track junction
From camera and ahead, the bridleway to Old Market Road; left and right, tracks belonging to a local camping business. Upgrading of the tracks seems to have caused local controversy: LinkExternal link
Corfe Mullen, power lines Crossing Stony Down Plantation.
Corfe Mullen, power lines
Crossing Stony Down Plantation.
Corfe Mullen, bridleway Through Stony Down Plantation, from Rushall Lane to Old Market Road.
Corfe Mullen, bridleway
Through Stony Down Plantation, from Rushall Lane to Old Market Road.
Roundabout on the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Roundabout on the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Woodland by the A31, Sturminster Marshall
Woodland by the A31, Sturminster Marshall
The entrance to Vines Close Farm
The entrance to Vines Close Farm
Vines Close Farm
Vines Close Farm
Old Milestone by Huntick Road, east of Lytchett Matravers Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of LYTCHETT MATRAVERS (PURBECK District), Huntick Road, by West end of "Alder Rise" garden in thicket on embankment 3m from road, on South side of road. Poole stone, erected by the Poole turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
VI
Miles from
Poole
Gate

Milestone Society National ID: DO_POLM06.
Old Milestone by Huntick Road, east of Lytchett Matravers
Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of LYTCHETT MATRAVERS (PURBECK District), Huntick Road, by West end of "Alder Rise" garden in thicket on embankment 3m from road, on South side of road. Poole stone, erected by the Poole turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- VI Miles from Poole Gate Milestone Society National ID: DO_POLM06.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Wimborne Road, Lytchett Matravers Annulus and bar finial - 3 arms; Dorset halo with NGR by the UC road, in parish of Lytchett Matravers (Purbeck District), junction with Lime Kiln, Wimborne and Wareham Roads, on verge.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9495B
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Wimborne Road, Lytchett Matravers
Annulus and bar finial - 3 arms; Dorset halo with NGR by the UC road, in parish of Lytchett Matravers (Purbeck District), junction with Lime Kiln, Wimborne and Wareham Roads, on verge. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9495B
Old Boundary Marker by the A31, Poole Road, Sturminster Marshall parish Turnpike Terminus Marker by the A350, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), 500m south of Sturminster Marshall, centre of the roundabout where the A350 crosses the A31.

Inscription reads:-
: POOLE / TRUST : : BLAND- / -FORD / TRUST :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF06t
Old Boundary Marker by the A31, Poole Road, Sturminster Marshall parish
Turnpike Terminus Marker by the A350, in parish of Sturminster Marshall (East Dorset District), 500m south of Sturminster Marshall, centre of the roundabout where the A350 crosses the A31. Inscription reads:- : POOLE / TRUST : : BLAND- / -FORD / TRUST : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBF06t
Old Railway Track, Sturminster Marshall Part of the old Somerset and Dorset Railway line.
Old Railway Track, Sturminster Marshall
Part of the old Somerset and Dorset Railway line.
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Notting Hill is located at Grid Ref: SY9597 (Lat: 50.772819, Lng: -2.0610567)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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