Isle of Wight Hill

Hill, Mountain in Hampshire Test Valley

England

Isle of Wight Hill

Brown Hare on byway near Palestine There are many hares in this area of farmland and military land. — Brown Hare on byway near Palestine Credit: Caroline Maynard

The Isle of Wight Hill, located in Hampshire, England, is a prominent geographical feature that stands proudly on the Isle of Wight. While it is not classified as a mountain, it is often referred to as such due to its significant height and commanding presence.

Standing at an elevation of 240 meters (787 feet), the Isle of Wight Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Its strategic location allows visitors to admire the picturesque coastline, lush green fields, and the sparkling waters of the English Channel.

The hill is characterized by its steep slopes and rolling terrain, which make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hiking enthusiasts. Many well-maintained trails crisscross the area, offering opportunities for both leisurely walks and more challenging hikes. The diverse flora and fauna that inhabit the hill create a lively and vibrant ecosystem, adding to its natural beauty.

The Isle of Wight Hill also holds historical significance. It has been a site of archaeological interest, with ancient artifacts and remains discovered in the area. Additionally, the hill is home to several historical landmarks, including ancient burial mounds and remnants of fortifications from various eras.

Due to its accessibility and natural allure, the Isle of Wight Hill attracts a steady stream of tourists throughout the year. Its beauty and tranquility make it an ideal spot for relaxation, photography, and exploration. The hill truly offers a captivating experience, combining natural wonders with historical intrigue, making it a must-visit destination for visitors to Hampshire.

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Isle of Wight Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.134772/-1.6463027 or Grid Reference SU2437. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brown Hare on byway near Palestine

There are many hares in this area of farmland and military land.

Caroline Maynard

Military land south of Palestine

From the public byway, looking southwest over the danger area.

Caroline Maynard

Lopcombe Corner, boundary post

On A343; the post's Wiltshire counterpart is a few metres to the West. There appears to be no sign of the by-way shown on OS, which should be here to the left.

Mike Faherty

Lopcombe Corner, warning sign

On A343, at the boundary of MoD property, though activity in the field looks agricultural.

Mike Faherty

A30 towards Salisbury

Nearing Lopcombe Corner, the junction with the A343, these days the major route, although the road towards Salisbury thereafter becomes the A30.

Robin Webster

Old Milestone by the A343, Little Firs Farm, Nether Wallop

Carved stone post by the A343, in parish of NETHER WALLOP (TEST VALLEY District), Little Firs Farm, by the road, on West side of road. Lopcombe pillar, erected by the Andover & Basingstoke turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : LONDON / 73 / ANDOVER / 9 : : LONDON / 73 / SARUM / 8 : Carved benchmark on right face. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1156675 Link

Milestone Society National ID: HA_ANSA09.

K Lawrence

The A343, Lopcombe Corner

By Phipson Motorvation car sales

David Howard

The A343 at Lopcombe Corner

David Howard

Fields by the A30, Lopcombe Corner

David Howard

Lopcombe Corner

The A30 comes from Salisbury (behind the photographer) and turns right to Stockbridge. The main route carries on to Andover as the A343. MoD land to the north west.

Peter Jordan

Suddern Hill seen from the east

The hill is within the Porton MoD danger area, the boundary of which runs along the hedge line across the picture at the foot of the hill.

Peter Facey

Byway along eastern edge of Porton MoD Danger area

Peter Facey

Byway junction west of Croft Farm, Over Wallop

The two riders have just entered the picture from the right, along the white railings, which marks the course of a byway from Croft Farm. Straight ahead is the byway that runs along the eastern edge of the Porton MoD danger area.

Peter Facey

Surface of byway along eastern edge of Porton MoD danger area

This byway is a wide grassy track just over three kilometres long. Having walked the whole length of it and back, I got a bit fed up with it. There are three parallel ruts, the outer pair made by vehicles and the central one, presumably, by horse riders or perhaps cyclists. One is compelled to walk in one of these ruts which is not comfortable. I longed for a tractor to run a blade along the track and restore an even surface.

Peter Facey

Lopcombe Corner: postbox № SP5 367 and old post office

The old Lopcombe Corner post office is just visible along the path by the postbox – you can see from the map that it would have had limited scope for a customer base! The car salesroom visible next door is the last property in Wiltshire on the A343, the county boundary with Hampshire running along the driveway alongside.

Chris Downer

Jackâs Bush â please drive carefully (not slowly)

The hamlet of Jack’s Bush is really just a small collection of houses on the A343 between Salisbury and Andover. It is significant enough to ask drivers to be careful, but not sufficiently to lower the speed limit.

Chris Downer