Clark's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Worcestershire Wychavon

England

Clark's Hill

The Leicester Tower Viewed from the passing A44, The Leicester Tower was built in the 1840s in Abbey Manor Park by Edward Rudge to commemorate the importance of Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester who was killed at the Battle of Evesham in 1265.  The tower is Grade II listed.

Historic England description
THE SQUIRES 1. 5249 Leicester Tower to west of Abbey Manor House SP 04 NW 6/264 II 2. Circa 1842. Coursed freestone. An octagonal tower rising in 5 stages to a height of some 50 ft. Overhanging embattled parapet on corbel brackets with grotesque heads at angles. One pointed arched lancet to each face in plain surround, those to upper stage being of 2 lights, and some retaining leaded lights. Pointed arched doorway on west side with stone tablet above inscribed "This tower erected in the year 1842 to the memory of Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, the father and founder of the British House of Commons who was slain in the Battle of Evesham in the year 1265". Stands on a wooded slope above the Worcester Road.
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The Leicester Tower Credit: Philip Halling

Clark's Hill, located in Worcestershire, England, is an impressive geographical feature known for its natural beauty and historical significance. Standing at an elevation of approximately 248 meters, it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. The hill is situated near the village of Abberley and is part of the Abberley Hills, which form a prominent part of the Worcestershire countryside.

Clark's Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the rolling hills, lush green valleys, and charming villages dotted throughout the area. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Malvern Hills and the Welsh borders. The hill is an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers, as it provides ample opportunities to explore the countryside and capture stunning vistas.

Beyond its natural beauty, Clark's Hill boasts a rich historical heritage. It is believed to have been an important site during the Iron Age, with evidence of ancient settlements and earthworks present. The hill also played a role in the Civil War, serving as a vantage point for both Royalist and Parliamentary forces. Additionally, remnants of an old quarry can be found on the hill, serving as a reminder of the area's industrial past.

Today, Clark's Hill continues to attract visitors from near and far who are drawn to its scenic landscapes, historical significance, and opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether it is a leisurely stroll, a challenging hike, or simply admiring the natural beauty, Clark's Hill offers an enchanting experience for all who venture to its summit.

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The Leicester Tower Viewed from the passing A44, The Leicester Tower was built in the 1840s in Abbey Manor Park by Edward Rudge to commemorate the importance of Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester who was killed at the Battle of Evesham in 1265.  The tower is Grade II listed.

Historic England description
THE SQUIRES 1. 5249 Leicester Tower to west of Abbey Manor House SP 04 NW 6/264 II 2. Circa 1842. Coursed freestone. An octagonal tower rising in 5 stages to a height of some 50 ft. Overhanging embattled parapet on corbel brackets with grotesque heads at angles. One pointed arched lancet to each face in plain surround, those to upper stage being of 2 lights, and some retaining leaded lights. Pointed arched doorway on west side with stone tablet above inscribed "This tower erected in the year 1842 to the memory of Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, the father and founder of the British House of Commons who was slain in the Battle of Evesham in the year 1265". Stands on a wooded slope above the Worcester Road.
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The Leicester Tower
Viewed from the passing A44, The Leicester Tower was built in the 1840s in Abbey Manor Park by Edward Rudge to commemorate the importance of Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester who was killed at the Battle of Evesham in 1265. The tower is Grade II listed. Historic England description THE SQUIRES 1. 5249 Leicester Tower to west of Abbey Manor House SP 04 NW 6/264 II 2. Circa 1842. Coursed freestone. An octagonal tower rising in 5 stages to a height of some 50 ft. Overhanging embattled parapet on corbel brackets with grotesque heads at angles. One pointed arched lancet to each face in plain surround, those to upper stage being of 2 lights, and some retaining leaded lights. Pointed arched doorway on west side with stone tablet above inscribed "This tower erected in the year 1842 to the memory of Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, the father and founder of the British House of Commons who was slain in the Battle of Evesham in the year 1265". Stands on a wooded slope above the Worcester Road. Source: LinkExternal link
Oat St  Car Park, Evesham The pay and display car park in Oat St in Evesham, with associated signs.
Oat St Car Park, Evesham
The pay and display car park in Oat St in Evesham, with associated signs.
Evesham station car park The view of the car park at Evesham railway station with the station buildings on the right. The existing station is on the ex-GWR lines, but there was another station to the left of the car park with its own building. This closed in the 1960s.
Evesham station car park
The view of the car park at Evesham railway station with the station buildings on the right. The existing station is on the ex-GWR lines, but there was another station to the left of the car park with its own building. This closed in the 1960s.
Paved Square, Evesham A paved square just off the High St, Evesham
Paved Square, Evesham
A paved square just off the High St, Evesham
F Hinds Building and Pedestrian Area, Evesham Detail of the building containing the firm of F Hinds in Evesham and pedestrianised area
F Hinds Building and Pedestrian Area, Evesham
Detail of the building containing the firm of F Hinds in Evesham and pedestrianised area
The River Avon at Evesham looking upstream
The River Avon at Evesham looking upstream
The Leicester Tower near Evesham
The Leicester Tower near Evesham
St Lawrence's Church in Evesham from the nearby Bell Tower
St Lawrence's Church in Evesham from the nearby Bell Tower
The main east window in St Lawrence's Church, Evesham The window depicts the Resurrection, the Last Supper, the Evangelists, the Arms of the Worcester diocese, the grid-iron on which St Lawrence died and the Arms of Evesham Abbey.
The main east window in St Lawrence's Church, Evesham
The window depicts the Resurrection, the Last Supper, the Evangelists, the Arms of the Worcester diocese, the grid-iron on which St Lawrence died and the Arms of Evesham Abbey.
The Last Supper depicted in the main east window of St Lawrence's Church, Evesham
The Last Supper depicted in the main east window of St Lawrence's Church, Evesham
New asparagus season in Evesham
New asparagus season in Evesham
Abbey Road Nurseries Remarkable to find a nursery this close to the town centre.
Abbey Road Nurseries
Remarkable to find a nursery this close to the town centre.
Up WR freight passing Evesham station View NW, towards Worcester etc. on the ex-GWR London - Reading - Oxford - Worcester - Hereford/Wolverhampton main line; adjoining the ex-GWR station on the left is the ex-Midland station on the (Birmingham) Barnt Green - Redditch - Ashchurch line - closed 1/10/62 - 9/9/63, Ashchurch being ahead at this point, the line from the Birmingham direction having crossed over the GWR a short distance behind the camera.  The Class D freight is headed by 4-6-0 No. 6907 'Davenham Hall' (built 11/40, withdrawn 2/65).
Up WR freight passing Evesham station
View NW, towards Worcester etc. on the ex-GWR London - Reading - Oxford - Worcester - Hereford/Wolverhampton main line; adjoining the ex-GWR station on the left is the ex-Midland station on the (Birmingham) Barnt Green - Redditch - Ashchurch line - closed 1/10/62 - 9/9/63, Ashchurch being ahead at this point, the line from the Birmingham direction having crossed over the GWR a short distance behind the camera. The Class D freight is headed by 4-6-0 No. 6907 'Davenham Hall' (built 11/40, withdrawn 2/65).
Evesham Railway Station Awaiting the 07:54 London, Paddington bound train on platform 1 at Evesham Station.
Evesham Railway Station
Awaiting the 07:54 London, Paddington bound train on platform 1 at Evesham Station.
Cemetery gates, Waterside Gates have Evesham coat of arms and side panels the one for the Duchy of Cornwall.
Cemetery gates, Waterside
Gates have Evesham coat of arms and side panels the one for the Duchy of Cornwall.
Evesham (WR) station, with Down local train View SE, towards Honeybourne, Oxford, etc.: ex-GW London, Reading, Oxford etc. - Worcester etc. main line. Directly on the right is the separate ex-Midland station, on the Birmingham - Redditch - Evesham - Ashchurch line (closed 10/62 - 9/63). The train is the 12.09 Stratford-on-Avon to Worcester (Shrub Hill), which had joined the main line at Honeybourne; the locomotive is '5101' 2-6-2T No. 4152 (built 6/47).
Evesham (WR) station, with Down local train
View SE, towards Honeybourne, Oxford, etc.: ex-GW London, Reading, Oxford etc. - Worcester etc. main line. Directly on the right is the separate ex-Midland station, on the Birmingham - Redditch - Evesham - Ashchurch line (closed 10/62 - 9/63). The train is the 12.09 Stratford-on-Avon to Worcester (Shrub Hill), which had joined the main line at Honeybourne; the locomotive is '5101' 2-6-2T No. 4152 (built 6/47).
Worcester - Stratford-on-Avon local train arriving at Evesham View westward, towards Worcester: ex-GW London - Oxford etc. - Worcester etc. main line. The 12.38 from Worcester (Shrub Hill) is headed by '5101' 2-6-2T No. 5189 (built 4/31).
Worcester - Stratford-on-Avon local train arriving at Evesham
View westward, towards Worcester: ex-GW London - Oxford etc. - Worcester etc. main line. The 12.38 from Worcester (Shrub Hill) is headed by '5101' 2-6-2T No. 5189 (built 4/31).
Lily Ponds - Evesham Lily ponds situated in Abbey park, they were once the site of the Abbey fish ponds.
Lily Ponds - Evesham
Lily ponds situated in Abbey park, they were once the site of the Abbey fish ponds.
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Clark's Hill is located at Grid Ref: SP0243 (Lat: 52.09271, Lng: -1.9613618)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wychavon

Police Authority: West Mercia

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///struggle.bulky.dating. Near Evesham, Worcestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.09271,-1.9613618
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: WR11 204
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.0889408/-1.9642956
Bus Stop
School Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2000G002402
Naptan Bearing: N
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Naptan Street: School Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.0883894/-1.9630718
Bus Stop
Kent Close
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2000G323172
Naptan Bearing: NW
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Naptan Indicator: Adj
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Naptan NaptanCode: wocdgadw
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: EVESHAM
Naptan Street: Evendene Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.0890303/-1.9646034
Bus Stop
Evendene Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2000G500858
Naptan Bearing: W
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Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan NaptanCode: wocdgtgd
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: EVESHAM
Naptan Street: Evendene Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Kent Close
Bus: yes
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Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 52.0890824/-1.9643431
Ferry Terminal
Ferry: yes
Public Transport: station
Lat/Long: 52.091211/-1.9585685
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.0911475/-1.9597625
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: designated
Material: metal
Lat/Long: 52.0932601/-1.9603543
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 52.0947526/-1.9570858
Clark's Hill
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 52.093648/-1.9604073
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.0938769/-1.9601442
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 52.0957267/-1.9590216
Barrier: stile
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Ferry Terminal
Ferry: yes
Public Transport: station
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Communication Mobile Phone: yes
Man Made: mast
Lat/Long: 52.0929101/-1.9630466
Tourism: viewpoint
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Hampton Ferry
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 52.0912241/-1.9582418
Inscription: In Remembrance of Gabby "A Little Angel" From the Residents of Boat Lane February 2010
Memorial: plaque
Lat/Long: 52.0910309/-1.9580482
Inscription: THIS AVENUE OF TREES WAS PLANTED IN 1984 BY THE ROTARY CLUB OF EVESHAM
Memorial: plaque
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Inscription: WAIT A WHILE AND WATCH THE FLOW CATCH SOME FISH AND LET THEM GO ENJOY THE AMBIENCE OF THIS PLACE AS DID ROM MASON OF EVESHAM 1914 - 1998
Memorial: plaque
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
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Hampton Ferry
Location Transition: yes
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Voltage Primary: 11000
Lat/Long: 52.0917363/-1.9571114
Huxleys Caravan Site
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
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Power: pole
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Location Transition: yes
Power: pole
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Public Bookcase
Lat/Long: 52.091491/-1.9571419
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: On exterior wall of Raphael's Restaurant, on the far side from Boat Lane.
Emergency: defibrillator
Ref GB The Circuit: 830D9EAD-9A4D-4564-A80B-9B397BD58430
Lat/Long: 52.0914928/-1.9571591
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