Boxers' Hill

Hill, Mountain in Durham

England

Boxers' Hill

Lund's Lane looking towards Iveston village
Lund's Lane looking towards Iveston village Credit: Vivienne Smith

Boxers' Hill, located in Durham, England, is a prominent hill that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Rising to an elevation of approximately 560 feet (170 meters), it is considered a notable landmark within the region. The hill is situated in the eastern part of Durham, near the small village of Sherburn Hill.

Boxers' Hill derives its name from the sport of boxing, as it was historically used as a training ground for local boxers. The hill's steep incline provided an ideal location for athletes to enhance their physical endurance and stamina. Today, it remains a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers.

The hill is primarily composed of limestone and offers a diverse range of flora and fauna. The surrounding area is rich in wildlife, with various species of birds, mammals, and insects inhabiting the region. As visitors ascend the hill, they are treated to stunning panoramic views of the Durham countryside, including rolling hills, lush green fields, and distant villages.

A footpath leads to the summit of Boxers' Hill, making it accessible for walkers of all abilities. The hill's location also provides an opportunity for visitors to explore nearby attractions, such as the historic city of Durham, with its iconic cathedral and castle, just a short distance away.

Overall, Boxers' Hill offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities, making it a must-visit destination for those exploring the Durham region.

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Boxers' Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.854549/-1.7596165 or Grid Reference NZ1551. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lund's Lane looking towards Iveston village
Lund's Lane looking towards Iveston village
Public footpath leading to Tower Road
Public footpath leading to Tower Road
View west along Tower Road Just outside the little hamlet of Maiden Law, in the countryside north of Lanchester.
View west along Tower Road
Just outside the little hamlet of Maiden Law, in the countryside north of Lanchester.
Roadside trees On Tower Road, near Maiden Law. The dead tree may be a victim of Ash die back. Fortunately I think most of the trees along here are Beech.
Roadside trees
On Tower Road, near Maiden Law. The dead tree may be a victim of Ash die back. Fortunately I think most of the trees along here are Beech.
Looking south from Tower Road View over the countryside through the roadside trees. Some dead ones here, possibly caused by Ash dieback.
Looking south from Tower Road
View over the countryside through the roadside trees. Some dead ones here, possibly caused by Ash dieback.
Winter scene in Tower Wood Winter sun shining through the trees in this wood which once formed part of the Greencroft Hall estate.
Winter scene in Tower Wood
Winter sun shining through the trees in this wood which once formed part of the Greencroft Hall estate.
View from the west edge of Tower Wood Looking across the fields west to Park Head Farm. This gets its name from being part of the Greencroft Park estate.
View from the west edge of Tower Wood
Looking across the fields west to Park Head Farm. This gets its name from being part of the Greencroft Park estate.
Fields beside Tower Wood Looking across the countryside to the west of the wood. Rough grazing pasture here.
Fields beside Tower Wood
Looking across the countryside to the west of the wood. Rough grazing pasture here.
Farm track at Greencroft The track to Park Head Farm across the fields from Tower Wood.
Farm track at Greencroft
The track to Park Head Farm across the fields from Tower Wood.
Farm track gateway Gate on the edge of Tower Wood, for the track leading to Park Head Farm.
Farm track gateway
Gate on the edge of Tower Wood, for the track leading to Park Head Farm.
Recently repaired stile This stile leads out of Tower Wood at Greencroft to the path running down the fields to Lanchester. It was in a dilapidated state a few mouths ago but has now been repaired in a sturdy manner.
Recently repaired stile
This stile leads out of Tower Wood at Greencroft to the path running down the fields to Lanchester. It was in a dilapidated state a few mouths ago but has now been repaired in a sturdy manner.
Farm track along to Park Head Park Head is the farm on top of the hill on the right. The track here is leading from Tower Wood. The park in the name is Greencroft Park, and the farm was part of Greencroft Estate, and probably still is.
Farm track along to Park Head
Park Head is the farm on top of the hill on the right. The track here is leading from Tower Wood. The park in the name is Greencroft Park, and the farm was part of Greencroft Estate, and probably still is.
Farm track into Tower Wood The track comes down from Park Head Farm, through the wood and along to Maiden Hall Farm. All part of the Greencroft Hall Estate, or used to be.
Farm track into Tower Wood
The track comes down from Park Head Farm, through the wood and along to Maiden Hall Farm. All part of the Greencroft Hall Estate, or used to be.
Lower end of Tower Wood The road is private from this point on. The public path cuts to the left, out of the wood, and across the fields to Lanchester.
Lower end of Tower Wood
The road is private from this point on. The public path cuts to the left, out of the wood, and across the fields to Lanchester.
Wall along the wood's edge East side of Tower Wood, Greencroft. A dry stone wall along this section, but with a barbed wire fence in front. This could be to protect the wall from damage by the cattle which are often grazed in this field. The public footpath crosses the wall with a stile here.
Wall along the wood's edge
East side of Tower Wood, Greencroft. A dry stone wall along this section, but with a barbed wire fence in front. This could be to protect the wall from damage by the cattle which are often grazed in this field. The public footpath crosses the wall with a stile here.
View of Tower Wood in late autumn Looking across the field to the east side of the wood. It was planted a long time ago to line the drive down to Greencroft Hall, which can be seen very clearly by a look at the O S map.
View of Tower Wood in late autumn
Looking across the field to the east side of the wood. It was planted a long time ago to line the drive down to Greencroft Hall, which can be seen very clearly by a look at the O S map.
High Crow Wood, Greencroft A late autumn view across the field to the wood, one of those which surrounded the former Greencroft Hall, now demolished.
High Crow Wood, Greencroft
A late autumn view across the field to the wood, one of those which surrounded the former Greencroft Hall, now demolished.
Field tree in late autumn A line of field trees, mostly Oaks, mark the public footpath across the field  near the former Greencroft Hall.
Field tree in late autumn
A line of field trees, mostly Oaks, mark the public footpath across the field near the former Greencroft Hall.
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Boxers' Hill is located at Grid Ref: NZ1551 (Lat: 54.854549, Lng: -1.7596165)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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