Jespers Hill

Hill, Mountain in Berkshire Vale of White Horse

England

Jespers Hill

Portwell Bench on an Autumn Afternoon Faringdon makes the most of its limited public spaces in the town centre. The cafe tables by the Portwell Bench are a very pleasant place to sit out under the trees. The bench itself, with its diver sculpture, commemorate an event involving local aristocrat Lord Berners, the artist Salvador Dali, and a diving suit. The full story is with Vieve Forward&#039;s picture <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4433915">SU2895 : Portwell bench, Faringdon</a>
The inscription is a remark by Lord Berners &quot;Mistrust a man who never has an occasional flash of silliness&quot;
More about the diver on <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.axisweb.org/p/timothyleonardshutter/workset/209982-the-deep-sea-diver/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.axisweb.org/p/timothyleonardshutter/workset/209982-the-deep-sea-diver/">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> — Portwell Bench on an Autumn Afternoon Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Jespers Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Berkshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it is classified as a hill or mountain, depending on the definition used. Jespers Hill is part of the Berkshire Downs, a range of chalk hills that stretch across the area.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 240 meters (787 feet), Jespers Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its location near the village of Compton and close to the town of Newbury make it easily accessible for both locals and visitors.

The hill is covered in a mixture of grassland, heathland, and scattered trees, creating an idyllic natural setting. The landscape is rich in biodiversity, supporting a variety of plant and animal species. It is also a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, highlighting its significance in terms of conservation and preservation.

Jespers Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Its extensive network of footpaths and trails allows for hiking, walking, and exploring the area's natural beauty. Additionally, the hill provides opportunities for recreational activities such as picnicking, birdwatching, and photography.

Overall, Jespers Hill is a remarkable geographic feature in Berkshire, offering stunning views, diverse wildlife, and a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of the British countryside.

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Jespers Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.6538/-1.5714225 or Grid Reference SU2995. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Portwell Bench on an Autumn Afternoon

Faringdon makes the most of its limited public spaces in the town centre. The cafe tables by the Portwell Bench are a very pleasant place to sit out under the trees. The bench itself, with its diver sculpture, commemorate an event involving local aristocrat Lord Berners, the artist Salvador Dali, and a diving suit. The full story is with Vieve Forward's picture SU2895 : Portwell bench, Faringdon The inscription is a remark by Lord Berners "Mistrust a man who never has an occasional flash of silliness" More about the diver on Link

Des Blenkinsopp

Sitting in the Sun, Faringdon

Like so many places, Faringdon town centre is plagued by through traffic, but even so, the pleasant old buildings and good use of the limited space available make it an agreeable place to sit out on a sunny afternoon.

Des Blenkinsopp

The Bell Hotel

Public House in Faringdon.

Wayland Smith

Faringdon Hill

View from Faringdon Hill in the rain.

Wayland Smith

Faringdon : The Folly

Grade II listed folly built in 1935 to a design by architect Lord Gerald Wellesley for Lord Berners of Faringdon House - Link

Jim Osley

Faringdon : town house, London Street

Grade II listed - Link

Jim Osley

Faringdon : London Street

Jim Osley

Faringdon : Church of St Lawrence

Grade I listed - Link

Jim Osley

Faringdon : former vicarage

Grade II listed old vicarage - Link

Jim Osley

Faringdon : former market hall

Grade II* listed - Link

. The building has performed a variety of functions during its history - for example, market hall, town hall, magistrates' court, fire engine house, library and war memorial - Link

Jim Osley

Roundabout on the A420, Faringdon

David Howard

Faringdon Telephone Exchange (1)

Located at 26 Marlborough Street SN7 7JP, this TE dates from 1970 and has the code SSFGN. It provides telephone and broadband services to approximately 3,245 residential and 209 non-residential premises in Faringdon, Great Coxwell, Little Coxwell, Littleworth and the surrounding area. A yellow grit salt bin and two dark green BT cabinets can be seen in front of this TE.

David Hillas

Faringdon Telephone Exchange (2)

Taken from Pulling Close, this photo shows the back and side of this TE with white BT warning notices on the corner. The numbering range of this TE is (01367) 24xxxx, the (01367) referring to the Faringdon group of eight TEs. These are pictured at Link

. A BT vehicle can be seen parked by the TE to the left of the photo.

David Hillas

Farringdon Church

United Church, Farringdon.

Wayland Smith

Highworth Road

Highworth Road in Faringdon.

Wayland Smith

The Folly, Faringdon

AJD

Old Town Hall, Faringdon

AJD

Faringdon - Cornmarket

Corn Exchange (Old Council Chambers building built 1863) on the Cornmarket in Faringdon town centre. Adjacent to it here (2023) is an Acacia UK charity shop. Link

Colin Smith

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Jespers Hill is located at Grid Ref: SU2995 (Lat: 51.6538, Lng: -1.5714225)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: Vale of White Horse

Police Authority: Thames Valley