Cleeve Hill

Hill, Mountain in Berkshire

England

Cleeve Hill

The Hare, Ermin Street A very pleasant pub/restaurant.
The Hare, Ermin Street Credit: Trevor Harris

Cleeve Hill is a prominent hill located in Berkshire, England. It sits within the larger Chiltern Hills, which span several counties in southern England. Rising to an elevation of 267 meters (876 feet), Cleeve Hill stands as the highest point in Berkshire.

The hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby towns of Henley-on-Thames and Reading. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as London, approximately 40 miles away. Cleeve Hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who are drawn to its picturesque landscapes and diverse wildlife.

The hill is covered in lush grasslands and is home to a variety of plant and animal species. It is especially known for its abundance of wildflowers, which create vibrant displays during the spring and summer months. The hill also boasts several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace.

Additionally, Cleeve Hill has historical significance, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Iron Age. Archaeological finds, such as ancient burial mounds and Roman pottery, have been discovered in the area, adding to its cultural heritage.

Overall, Cleeve Hill is a beloved natural attraction in Berkshire, offering breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and a rich history. It continues to captivate visitors with its beauty and serves as a reminder of the region's natural and cultural heritage.

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The Hare, Ermin Street A very pleasant pub/restaurant.
The Hare, Ermin Street
A very pleasant pub/restaurant.
Ford at Eastbury This is the first of two fords on the River Lambourn at Eastbury.
Ford at Eastbury
This is the first of two fords on the River Lambourn at Eastbury.
Ford at Eastbury This is the second of the two River Lambourn fords at Eastbury. The same view can be seen as it was in 2011 at:
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2302007" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2302007">Link</a>
Ford at Eastbury
This is the second of the two River Lambourn fords at Eastbury. The same view can be seen as it was in 2011 at: Link
St James, Eastbury: late March 2016
St James, Eastbury: late March 2016
St James, Eastbury: banner
St James, Eastbury: banner
St James, Eastbury: font
St James, Eastbury: font
St James, Eastbury: pulpit
St James, Eastbury: pulpit
St James, Eastbury: organ
St James, Eastbury: organ
St James, Eastbury: memorial to a former incumbent Clarke was educated at Christ Church, Oxford and ordained in 1938. After a curacy in Stoke-on-Trent he was a chaplain to the forces from 1940 to 1946. When peace returned he became Vicar of Uttoxeter. He was also a  Territorial Army Chaplin from 1947 to 1962. He was Rector of Easthampstead from 1957 to 1964.
St James, Eastbury: memorial to a former incumbent
Clarke was educated at Christ Church, Oxford and ordained in 1938. After a curacy in Stoke-on-Trent he was a chaplain to the forces from 1940 to 1946. When peace returned he became Vicar of Uttoxeter. He was also a Territorial Army Chaplin from 1947 to 1962. He was Rector of Easthampstead from 1957 to 1964.
St James, Eastbury: altar
St James, Eastbury: altar
St James, Eastbury: choir stalls
St James, Eastbury: choir stalls
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (a)
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (a)
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (b)
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (b)
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (c)
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (c)
St James, Eastbury: Sunday School altar I'm never sure if I should honour Robert Raikes or abjure him. Memories of a vinegary spinster telling the five year old me to sit still for what seemed an eternity while she read a Bible story in a monotonous drone are trumped by happy teenage mornings playing football with an amiable hippy, who also organised trips to the swimming pool and theatre. For all this we have to thank Robert Raikes, the evangelical editor of the Gloucester Journal. In 1780 he and a clergyman friend began the first Sunday School. It was to be aimed at all children, not just those of churchgoers. Three years later Raikes published an account of this Sunday School in the columns of his publication. From there it gained publicity through The Gentlemen’s Magazine; but it was the nascent Times newspaper, founded in 1785, that really drove the movement.
St James, Eastbury: Sunday School altar
I'm never sure if I should honour Robert Raikes or abjure him. Memories of a vinegary spinster telling the five year old me to sit still for what seemed an eternity while she read a Bible story in a monotonous drone are trumped by happy teenage mornings playing football with an amiable hippy, who also organised trips to the swimming pool and theatre. For all this we have to thank Robert Raikes, the evangelical editor of the Gloucester Journal. In 1780 he and a clergyman friend began the first Sunday School. It was to be aimed at all children, not just those of churchgoers. Three years later Raikes published an account of this Sunday School in the columns of his publication. From there it gained publicity through The Gentlemen’s Magazine; but it was the nascent Times newspaper, founded in 1785, that really drove the movement.
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (d)
St James, Eastbury: stained glass window (d)
St James, Eastbury: memorial to a poet and his wife Created by Lawrence Whistler<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laurence_Whistler" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laurence_Whistler">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> this is a memorial to Edward and Helen Thomas <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Thomas_(poet)#Personal_life" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Thomas_(poet)#Personal_life">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>
There is also a Whistler window to Thomas at Steep<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SU7425?class=Memorial" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SU7425?class=Memorial">Link</a>
St James, Eastbury: memorial to a poet and his wife
Created by Lawrence WhistlerLinkExternal link this is a memorial to Edward and Helen Thomas LinkExternal link There is also a Whistler window to Thomas at SteepLink
St James, Eastbury: lectern
St James, Eastbury: lectern
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Cleeve Hill is located at Grid Ref: SU3376 (Lat: 51.48499, Lng: -1.5189281)

Unitary Authority: West Berkshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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