Blake's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Gloucestershire Wychavon

England

Blake's Hill

Bridge over the River Isbourne Bridge over the River Isbourne at Hinton in the Green.
Bridge over the River Isbourne Credit: Philip Halling

Blake's Hill is a prominent hill located in the rural county of Gloucestershire in England. Standing at an elevation of approximately 180 meters, it is part of the picturesque Cotswold range and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated near the village of Batsford, Blake's Hill is covered in lush greenery, with its slopes adorned by an abundance of trees, including beech and oak. The hill's terrain is mostly gentle, making it accessible for hikers and nature enthusiasts of all skill levels.

At the summit of Blake's Hill, visitors can enjoy a stunning vista, with rolling hills, farmland, and quaint villages stretching out as far as the eye can see. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the nearby Malvern Hills and the distant Welsh mountains.

The hill is named after the renowned English poet and painter William Blake, who is said to have found inspiration in the beauty of the landscape during his visits to the area.

Blake's Hill is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as walking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The area is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various bird species, small mammals, and wildflowers.

Overall, Blake's Hill is a tranquil and idyllic spot, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Gloucestershire countryside.

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Blake's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.051007/-1.9485793 or Grid Reference SP0339. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge over the River Isbourne Bridge over the River Isbourne at Hinton in the Green.
Bridge over the River Isbourne
Bridge over the River Isbourne at Hinton in the Green.
Hinton Church from just upstream of Hinton Mill
Hinton Church from just upstream of Hinton Mill
A46, Layby near Hinton Cross The A46 is an important cross-country route which runs from the West Country to the North Sea.  It starts to the east of Bath in Somerset and ends in Cleethorpes in North East Lincolnshire.  It is no longer a continuous route as large portions of the old (1923) road have been lost, bypassed, or replaced by motorway development. For more detail, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A46_road" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A46_road">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> (Wikipedia Article).
A46, Layby near Hinton Cross
The A46 is an important cross-country route which runs from the West Country to the North Sea. It starts to the east of Bath in Somerset and ends in Cleethorpes in North East Lincolnshire. It is no longer a continuous route as large portions of the old (1923) road have been lost, bypassed, or replaced by motorway development. For more detail, see LinkExternal link (Wikipedia Article).
The Glebe Houses, Hinton Cross.
The Glebe
Houses, Hinton Cross.
A46 approaching Hinton Cross Looking north.
A46 approaching Hinton Cross
Looking north.
Minor road, Hinton Cross Towards Childswickham.
Minor road, Hinton Cross
Towards Childswickham.
Old Barn, The Villa
Old Barn, The Villa
Footpath to Hinton on the Green
Footpath to Hinton on the Green
National Cycle Route 41 Towards Elmley Castle.
National Cycle Route 41
Towards Elmley Castle.
A46 towards Cheltenham
A46 towards Cheltenham
Corn Mill Bank, Hinton on the Green The footpath goes between the former mill and the white trailer.
Corn Mill Bank, Hinton on the Green
The footpath goes between the former mill and the white trailer.
A46 South of Evesham Turning For Elmley Castle Hinton
A46 South of Evesham Turning For Elmley Castle Hinton
Bridleway to Hinton on the Green Bridleway crossing this arable field to Hinton on the Green.  Bredon Hill is on the horizon.
Bridleway to Hinton on the Green
Bridleway crossing this arable field to Hinton on the Green. Bredon Hill is on the horizon.
A46 heading south Towards Hinton Cross.
A46 heading south
Towards Hinton Cross.
Houses in Hinton-on-the-Green A row of houses opposite the church in the village of Hinton-on-the-Green.  The cottages appear to been built with lias stone.
Houses in Hinton-on-the-Green
A row of houses opposite the church in the village of Hinton-on-the-Green. The cottages appear to been built with lias stone.
Unnamed Road in Hinton-on-the-Green It leads to Netherton Lane but the name stops on all the maps long before here.
Unnamed Road in Hinton-on-the-Green
It leads to Netherton Lane but the name stops on all the maps long before here.
Cheltenham Road at Hinton Cross
Cheltenham Road at Hinton Cross
St Peter, Hinton on the Green: May 2021
St Peter, Hinton on the Green: May 2021
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Blake's Hill is located at Grid Ref: SP0339 (Lat: 52.051007, Lng: -1.9485793)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wychavon

Police Authority: West Mercia

What 3 Words

///strongman.wove.basically. Near Evesham, Worcestershire

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