King's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Warwickshire Warwick

England

King's Hill

Green Lane, Coventry
Green Lane, Coventry Credit: Alex McGregor

King's Hill is a prominent hill located in Warwickshire, England. Situated near the village of Barford, it is part of the larger Warwickshire countryside and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Although commonly referred to as a hill, it is more accurately described as a low-lying mountain, as it stands at an elevation of 198 meters (650 feet) above sea level.

Covered in lush greenery, King's Hill is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. Its well-maintained footpaths provide easy access to the summit, where visitors can enjoy panoramic vistas of the Warwickshire countryside, including the picturesque River Avon flowing through the valley below.

The hill's name, King's Hill, is believed to have derived from its historical association with the English monarchy. It is said that during the medieval period, King Henry VIII used the hill as a vantage point to observe the progress of his hunting parties in the nearby forest.

Today, the area around King's Hill is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, attracting tourists from both near and far. Its diverse flora and fauna, including rare wildflowers and bird species, make it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. Additionally, the hill is a popular spot for paragliding and offers thrilling opportunities for adrenaline seekers.

Overall, King's Hill stands as a remarkable natural landmark in Warwickshire, offering breathtaking views, rich history, and a tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy.

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King's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.368033/-1.5220737 or Grid Reference SP3274. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Green Lane, Coventry
Green Lane, Coventry
Gateway, Cannon Hill Road A disused gateway in a lych gate style. I presume it was formerly an entrance to one of the large houses off Kenilworth Road.
Gateway, Cannon Hill Road
A disused gateway in a lych gate style. I presume it was formerly an entrance to one of the large houses off Kenilworth Road.
Spinney Path A cut through between Woodside Avenue South and Kenilworth Road.
Spinney Path
A cut through between Woodside Avenue South and Kenilworth Road.
The summit of Howes Lane Howes Lane (B4115) forms part of Coventry city boundary. Here it crosses a low ridge that juts out between the river Sowe and Finham brook. The oak trees are a reminder of its former rural nature but beyond the hedgerow on the right traffic roars by on the A46 bypass.
The summit of Howes Lane
Howes Lane (B4115) forms part of Coventry city boundary. Here it crosses a low ridge that juts out between the river Sowe and Finham brook. The oak trees are a reminder of its former rural nature but beyond the hedgerow on the right traffic roars by on the A46 bypass.
Green Lane This side of the hedge Coventry suburb. On the other side, Warwickshire farmland.
Green Lane
This side of the hedge Coventry suburb. On the other side, Warwickshire farmland.
Arable land by Green Lane
Arable land by Green Lane
Car showroom demolition The Peugeot showrooms at the Leamington Road roundabout are being demolished - to be replaced by a new showroom.
Car showroom demolition
The Peugeot showrooms at the Leamington Road roundabout are being demolished - to be replaced by a new showroom.
St John the Baptist Church, Baginton
St John the Baptist Church, Baginton
Graves of Polish Servicemen at St John the Baptist Church, Baginton There are nine graves of Polish airmen who were fighting with the RAF and were stationed at RAF Baginton, now Coventry Airport. They were all members of 308 (Krakow) Squadron.
Graves of Polish Servicemen at St John the Baptist Church, Baginton
There are nine graves of Polish airmen who were fighting with the RAF and were stationed at RAF Baginton, now Coventry Airport. They were all members of 308 (Krakow) Squadron.
Lucy Price House, Church Road, Baginton This is named after Lucy Price (nee Bromley) who was a benefactress and endowed the village with a school in 1814. The house was built in the late 16th/early 17th century and is timber framed.
Lucy Price House, Church Road, Baginton
This is named after Lucy Price (nee Bromley) who was a benefactress and endowed the village with a school in 1814. The house was built in the late 16th/early 17th century and is timber framed.
Home Farm, Baginton
Home Farm, Baginton
Stonebridge Highway looking west
Stonebridge Highway looking west
A45 approaching Stivichall Junction (A46) A major junction to the south of Coventry with free-flowing through routes on both axes.  The River Sowe bridge is immediately behind the sign.
A45 approaching Stivichall Junction (A46)
A major junction to the south of Coventry with free-flowing through routes on both axes. The River Sowe bridge is immediately behind the sign.
Free-flow slip road at Stivichall junction A slip road avoiding the roundabout has been created for traffic from the westbound A45 to the southbound A46.
Free-flow slip road at Stivichall junction
A slip road avoiding the roundabout has been created for traffic from the westbound A45 to the southbound A46.
Joining the southbound A46 The view from the slip road from Stivichall junction's roundabout.
Joining the southbound A46
The view from the slip road from Stivichall junction's roundabout.
Junction with the A46 main carriageway A parapet for the minor road which passes underneath can be seen on the right.
Junction with the A46 main carriageway
A parapet for the minor road which passes underneath can be seen on the right.
A46 south of Stivichall junction Lane 1 ahead is a lane gain from the A45 slip road.  The A46 continues as a 3-lane highway (D3 standard) from this point to the A429 Warwick exit.
A46 south of Stivichall junction
Lane 1 ahead is a lane gain from the A45 slip road. The A46 continues as a 3-lane highway (D3 standard) from this point to the A429 Warwick exit.
A46 crossing St Martin's Road (B4113)
A46 crossing St Martin's Road (B4113)
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King's Hill is located at Grid Ref: SP3274 (Lat: 52.368033, Lng: -1.5220737)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: Warwick

Police Authority: Warwickshire

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