Beacon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Richmondshire

England

Beacon Hill

Drive, Hudswell The drive leaves the A6108 to head towards woodland.
Drive, Hudswell Credit: Maigheach-gheal

Beacon Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated within the North York Moors National Park, it is known for its breathtaking natural beauty and stunning panoramic views. Rising to an elevation of approximately 328 meters (1,076 feet), Beacon Hill is often referred to as a mountain due to its impressive height.

The hill is characterized by its rolling green slopes, covered in heather and grasses, creating a picturesque landscape that attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers. From its summit, visitors can enjoy spectacular vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the expansive moors, nearby villages, and occasionally even glimpses of the North Sea in the distance.

One of the notable features of Beacon Hill is its historical significance. As the name suggests, it served as a beacon site in ancient times, where a fire would be lit to warn of potential invasions or other significant events. Remnants of this historical use can still be seen, adding an intriguing cultural element to the natural beauty of the hill.

The area around Beacon Hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Rare species of birds, such as the merlin and short-eared owl, can be spotted in the vicinity, along with various other wildlife including rabbits, hares, and deer.

Overall, Beacon Hill offers a unique combination of natural beauty, historical significance, and wildlife diversity, making it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Yorkshire region.

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Beacon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.418241/-1.7774757 or Grid Reference NZ1402. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drive, Hudswell The drive leaves the A6108 to head towards woodland.
Drive, Hudswell
The drive leaves the A6108 to head towards woodland.
Hazelbeck Cottage Hazelbeck Cottage seen from Green Lane.
Hazelbeck Cottage
Hazelbeck Cottage seen from Green Lane.
Whitcliffe Wood Track through Whitcliffe Wood.
Whitcliffe Wood
Track through Whitcliffe Wood.
Low Applegarth Looking along the bridleway towards West Applegarth.
Low Applegarth
Looking along the bridleway towards West Applegarth.
Whitcliffe Scar Bridleway beneath Whitcliffe Scar.
Whitcliffe Scar
Bridleway beneath Whitcliffe Scar.
Richmond Out Moor North Yorkshire Police communications masts at Richmond Out Moor.
Richmond Out Moor
North Yorkshire Police communications masts at Richmond Out Moor.
Richmond Racecourse The derelict grandstand at Richmond Racecourse.
Richmond Racecourse
The derelict grandstand at Richmond Racecourse.
Natural Retreats Buildings on the Natural Retreats holiday camp near Richmond.
Natural Retreats
Buildings on the Natural Retreats holiday camp near Richmond.
Hurgill Road Hurgill Road beneath Beacon Hill.
Hurgill Road
Hurgill Road beneath Beacon Hill.
Richmond Out Moor Track crossing Aske beck in the plantation on Richmond Out Moor.
Richmond Out Moor
Track crossing Aske beck in the plantation on Richmond Out Moor.
Black Plantation Bridleway alongside Black Plantation on Aske Moor.
Black Plantation
Bridleway alongside Black Plantation on Aske Moor.
Aske Moor Farm Aske Moor Farm seen from Black Plantation on Aske Moor.
Aske Moor Farm
Aske Moor Farm seen from Black Plantation on Aske Moor.
Aske Moor
Aske Moor
Trainee soldiers The rather startling sight of armed soldiers on Feldom Ranges.
Trainee soldiers
The rather startling sight of armed soldiers on Feldom Ranges.
Military Exercises By the road, Feldom Ranges.
Military Exercises
By the road, Feldom Ranges.
Sheep near Richmond Very inquisitive.
Sheep near Richmond
Very inquisitive.
Richmond Cemetery, Yorkshire Off Reeth Road, A6108 on the outskirts of the village.
Richmond Cemetery, Yorkshire
Off Reeth Road, A6108 on the outskirts of the village.
Swaledale above Richmond A view from the main road down to the river and across to Whitcliffe Wood.
Swaledale above Richmond
A view from the main road down to the river and across to Whitcliffe Wood.
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Beacon Hill is located at Grid Ref: NZ1402 (Lat: 54.418241, Lng: -1.7774757)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Richmondshire

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Beacon Hill
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