Boyne Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Boyne Hill

The south side of Wharncliffe Road, Chapelthorpe Wakefield Council built this estate in the 1950s.
The south side of Wharncliffe Road, Chapelthorpe Credit: Christine Johnstone

Boyne Hill is a picturesque hill located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated in the beautiful countryside, this hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 250 meters, Boyne Hill is considered a moderate-sized hill, providing a challenging yet rewarding climb for outdoor enthusiasts. The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and lush greenery, which is adorned with a variety of wildflowers and vegetation, creating a vibrant and scenic setting.

At the summit of Boyne Hill, visitors are greeted with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including rolling hills, expansive meadows, and charming villages dotting the landscape. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Pennine Mountains, adding to the hill's allure.

The hill is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various bird species, rabbits, and occasionally, deer. This makes it an ideal spot for birdwatching and nature photography, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility and natural beauty of the area.

Access to Boyne Hill is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading to the summit. However, it is advisable to wear appropriate footwear and bring along supplies, as there are no facilities or amenities on the hill itself.

Overall, Boyne Hill is a hidden gem in Yorkshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the peaceful and scenic beauty of the countryside.

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Boyne Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.635024/-1.513598 or Grid Reference SE3215. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The south side of Wharncliffe Road, Chapelthorpe Wakefield Council built this estate in the 1950s.
The south side of Wharncliffe Road, Chapelthorpe
Wakefield Council built this estate in the 1950s.
Houses on Church Lane, Chapelthorpe The grey house was built before 1890. The white one is more recent.
Houses on Church Lane, Chapelthorpe
The grey house was built before 1890. The white one is more recent.
Hall Lane, Chapelthorpe In the 1800s this was the main road through the village of Chapelthorpe. What is now Church Lane [where it is parallel to Hall Lane] was then Back Lane.
Hall Lane, Chapelthorpe
In the 1800s this was the main road through the village of Chapelthorpe. What is now Church Lane [where it is parallel to Hall Lane] was then Back Lane.
Gawthorpe Hall, Chapelthorpe So-named on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1850.
Gawthorpe Hall, Chapelthorpe
So-named on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1850.
Houses on the south side of Wharncliffe Road Built in the 1950s alongside a beck which was then the boundary of the city of Wakefield.
Houses on the south side of Wharncliffe Road
Built in the 1950s alongside a beck which was then the boundary of the city of Wakefield.
Roadworks in Stoney Lane, Chapelthorpe On the south-west edge of Wakefield.
Roadworks in Stoney Lane, Chapelthorpe
On the south-west edge of Wakefield.
Cottages, south side, Stoney Lane, Chapelthorpe Not listed, despite the 1754 datestone.
Cottages, south side, Stoney Lane, Chapelthorpe
Not listed, despite the 1754 datestone.
Public footpath heading north-west to Stoney Lane Shown on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1850.
Public footpath heading north-west to Stoney Lane
Shown on the large-scale OS map surveyed in 1850.
Cereal field, south of Chapelthorpe In the 1800s the fields around here were dotted with small coal pits.
Cereal field, south of Chapelthorpe
In the 1800s the fields around here were dotted with small coal pits.
Where four fields meet, south of Chapelthorpe And the public footpath turns sharp right [south-west].
Where four fields meet, south of Chapelthorpe
And the public footpath turns sharp right [south-west].
Hall Green, where town and country meet The group of trees are in the back garden of a house in Moorside Crescent.
Hall Green, where town and country meet
The group of trees are in the back garden of a house in Moorside Crescent.
Public footpath heading south-east to Seckar Wood And passing the site of Brownwood Colliery, mapped by the OS as 'disused' in 1891.
Public footpath heading south-east to Seckar Wood
And passing the site of Brownwood Colliery, mapped by the OS as 'disused' in 1891.
Cereal fields, south-west of Woodmoor Farm The distant trees mark the route of a former railway line.
Cereal fields, south-west of Woodmoor Farm
The distant trees mark the route of a former railway line.
Boundary between fields and woodland The northern boundary of Seckar Wood, following Lawns Dike. There is a public footpath along the field edge.
Boundary between fields and woodland
The northern boundary of Seckar Wood, following Lawns Dike. There is a public footpath along the field edge.
Footbridge across Lawns Dike Carrying a public footpath westwards. A path is mapped crossing the stream here in 1850.
Footbridge across Lawns Dike
Carrying a public footpath westwards. A path is mapped crossing the stream here in 1850.
Public footpath, heading west from Seckar Wood Following the line of Lawns Dike on the northern boundary of a field of oilseed rape.
Public footpath, heading west from Seckar Wood
Following the line of Lawns Dike on the northern boundary of a field of oilseed rape.
Oilseed rape, coming into flower The distant trees are part of Shroggs Hill plantation.
Oilseed rape, coming into flower
The distant trees are part of Shroggs Hill plantation.
Fallen tree and public footpath, Totty Spring This wood was once the site of Bolton Wife Hill colliery, with two shafts, a day hole and an engine house.
Fallen tree and public footpath, Totty Spring
This wood was once the site of Bolton Wife Hill colliery, with two shafts, a day hole and an engine house.
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Boyne Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE3215 (Lat: 53.635024, Lng: -1.513598)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Wakefield

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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