Beacon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Worcestershire Bromsgrove

England

Beacon Hill

Houses west of the former motor works A view down the intriguingly named Tinmeadow Crescent.
Houses west of the former motor works Credit: Richard Law

Beacon Hill, located in Worcestershire, England, is a prominent hill and mountainous area that offers breathtaking views and a rich historical significance. Rising to an elevation of 291 meters (955 feet), it is one of the highest points in the county.

The hill is known for its distinctive shape, with a steep-sided cone-like summit that is topped by a beacon, giving it its name. The beacon, historically used for communication purposes, was often lit to warn of impending danger or to announce important news. Today, it serves as a reminder of the area's past and is a popular landmark for hikers and visitors.

Beacon Hill is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering a diverse range of flora and fauna. The hill is part of a larger nature reserve, providing a habitat for various wildlife species, including rare plants, birds, and mammals. It is a haven for nature lovers and offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and birdwatching.

The hill is also of archaeological importance, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Bronze Age. Excavations have uncovered ancient burial mounds and artifacts, providing insights into the area's early history.

Access to Beacon Hill is convenient, with well-maintained footpaths and trails leading to the summit. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Malvern Hills to the west and the Cotswolds to the east.

Overall, Beacon Hill in Worcestershire is a captivating destination that combines natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities, making it a must-visit location for both locals and tourists.

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Beacon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.382131/-2.0196424 or Grid Reference SO9876. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses west of the former motor works A view down the intriguingly named Tinmeadow Crescent.
Houses west of the former motor works
A view down the intriguingly named Tinmeadow Crescent.
Lowhill Lane junction on the A4120 Lickey Road
Lowhill Lane junction on the A4120 Lickey Road
Traffic emerging from Edgewood Road Cars coming out onto the Lickey Road from Edgewood Road in Rednal.
Traffic emerging from Edgewood Road
Cars coming out onto the Lickey Road from Edgewood Road in Rednal.
Bridleway at Cofton Hill At this point a public footpath intersects the bridleway which contours around Cofton Hill.
Bridleway at Cofton Hill
At this point a public footpath intersects the bridleway which contours around Cofton Hill.
Bridleway at Cofton Hill Here, the bridleway contours around Cofton Hill at the edge of the woods.
Bridleway at Cofton Hill
Here, the bridleway contours around Cofton Hill at the edge of the woods.
Seat on Cofton Hill Seat on Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
Seat on Cofton Hill
Seat on Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
Woodland footpath Woodland footpath on the southern slopes of Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
Woodland footpath
Woodland footpath on the southern slopes of Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
Woodland path Woodland path on southern slopes of the Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
Woodland path
Woodland path on southern slopes of the Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
View to Birmingham View to the city of Birmingham from Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
View to Birmingham
View to the city of Birmingham from Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.
Warren Lane (bridleway), Kendal End This bridleway skirts the southern end of Cofton Hill at Lickey Hills Country Park. The photo was taken from the junction with the B4120, looking south-west.
Warren Lane (bridleway), Kendal End
This bridleway skirts the southern end of Cofton Hill at Lickey Hills Country Park. The photo was taken from the junction with the B4120, looking south-west.
Junction of tracks, Lickey Hills Country Park The track running to the left is the bridleway to Kendal End. The track ahead leads towards Barnt Green. Behind the photographer, this bridleway continues north to the Visitors Centre.
Junction of tracks, Lickey Hills Country Park
The track running to the left is the bridleway to Kendal End. The track ahead leads towards Barnt Green. Behind the photographer, this bridleway continues north to the Visitors Centre.
View from Bilberry Hill towards Beacon Hill Bilberry Hill is in the Lickey Hills Country Park. Together with its neighbours the hill is composed of Lickey Quartzite, one of the oldest rocks in the region. The Lickey Hills include some of the largest areas of bilberry and heather in the county. The hill in the distance is Beacon Hill. The open area in between is a golf course.
View from Bilberry Hill towards Beacon Hill
Bilberry Hill is in the Lickey Hills Country Park. Together with its neighbours the hill is composed of Lickey Quartzite, one of the oldest rocks in the region. The Lickey Hills include some of the largest areas of bilberry and heather in the county. The hill in the distance is Beacon Hill. The open area in between is a golf course.
Rednal Hill Rednal Hill was presented to the City of Birmingham in 1888 by the Birmingham Association for the Preservation of Open Spaces. Together with land donated by the Cadbury family it forms the Lickey Hills Country Park.
Rednal Hill
Rednal Hill was presented to the City of Birmingham in 1888 by the Birmingham Association for the Preservation of Open Spaces. Together with land donated by the Cadbury family it forms the Lickey Hills Country Park.
Toposcope, Beacon Hill The toposcope on Beacon Hill (298m) was constructed in 1923 after Beacon Hill was donated to the City of Birmingham by the Cadbury family. The toposcope was restored in 1988. From this viewpoint on a good day 13 old counties can be seen. Going east from the summit there is no higher land at the same latitude until you reach the Ural Mountains in Russia (I've checked this using Google Earth).
Toposcope, Beacon Hill
The toposcope on Beacon Hill (298m) was constructed in 1923 after Beacon Hill was donated to the City of Birmingham by the Cadbury family. The toposcope was restored in 1988. From this viewpoint on a good day 13 old counties can be seen. Going east from the summit there is no higher land at the same latitude until you reach the Ural Mountains in Russia (I've checked this using Google Earth).
Beacon Hill Looking south-west towards the car park from near the toposcope.
Beacon Hill
Looking south-west towards the car park from near the toposcope.
Road junction , Rubery The junction of School Road, Gannow Road and Gunner Lane in the south west corner of the square, looking north east. Waseley Hills High School and Holywell Junior School are just to the left of the picture.
Road junction , Rubery
The junction of School Road, Gannow Road and Gunner Lane in the south west corner of the square, looking north east. Waseley Hills High School and Holywell Junior School are just to the left of the picture.
Redhill Lane Looking south west towards Redhill Farm. The M5 motorway can be seen climbing up towards junction 4.
Redhill Lane
Looking south west towards Redhill Farm. The M5 motorway can be seen climbing up towards junction 4.
Birmingham Road, Lydiate Ash This road was formerly the A38 - however this section has been bypassed as the A38 now runs via junction 4 of the M5, several hundred metres west. Birmingham, Road is now little more than a quiet country lane, albeit a very wide, straight and well surfaced one.
Birmingham Road, Lydiate Ash
This road was formerly the A38 - however this section has been bypassed as the A38 now runs via junction 4 of the M5, several hundred metres west. Birmingham, Road is now little more than a quiet country lane, albeit a very wide, straight and well surfaced one.
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Beacon Hill is located at Grid Ref: SO9876 (Lat: 52.382131, Lng: -2.0196424)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Bromsgrove

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Located within 500m of 52.382131,-2.0196424
The Toposcope
Source: survey
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 52.3821689/-2.0196818
Barrier: bollard
Lat/Long: 52.3860486/-2.0164603
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (West Midlands) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397791
Power: substation
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.3794194/-2.0194416
Lickey Hill
Ele: 285.829
Inscription: S3147
Man Made: survey_point
Ref: S3147
Lat/Long: 52.3824728/-2.0174727
Post Box
Ref: B45 402
Lat/Long: 52.381379/-2.0228871
Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Source: survey
Step Count: 2
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 52.3789139/-2.0213313
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.3790165/-2.0193677
Barrier: stile
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.378806/-2.0235998
Barrier: lockable low log
Lat/Long: 52.3790515/-2.0190964
Beacon Hill
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 52.3824436/-2.0175558
Stock Hill
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 52.3828556/-2.0236378
Fixme: continue
Lat/Long: 52.3798129/-2.0138666
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