House Hill

Hill, Mountain in Berkshire

England

House Hill

Ford at Eastbury This is the first of two fords on the River Lambourn at Eastbury.
Ford at Eastbury Credit: John Walton

House Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Berkshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, House Hill is a picturesque hill/mountain that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. It is part of the wider Berkshire Downs, forming a distinct landmark in the area.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 268 meters (879 feet), House Hill offers visitors and locals alike an opportunity to engage in various outdoor activities such as hiking, walking, and bird-watching. The hill is covered in lush greenery, with a mixture of grasslands, woodlands, and wildflowers adorning its slopes.

The summit of House Hill provides an uninterrupted panorama of the Berkshire countryside, allowing visitors to admire the rolling hills, meandering rivers, and charming villages that characterize the region. On clear days, one can even catch glimpses of distant landmarks, such as the historical town of Newbury.

House Hill is easily accessible, with several footpaths and trails leading to its summit. These paths cater to individuals of varying fitness levels, making it a popular destination for families, nature enthusiasts, and avid hikers alike.

In addition to its natural beauty, House Hill also holds historical significance. It is believed that the hill was once home to an Iron Age fort, with remnants of ancient earthworks still visible in certain areas.

Overall, House Hill in Berkshire offers a serene and picturesque setting, providing both locals and visitors with an opportunity to connect with nature and indulge in the beauty of the English countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.478362/-1.4994722 or Grid Reference SU3475. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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
All Saints, East Garston: late March 2016
All Saints, East Garston: late March 2016
War Memorial, East Garston: late March 2016
War Memorial, East Garston: 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
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House Hill is located at Grid Ref: SU3475 (Lat: 51.478362, Lng: -1.4994722)

Unitary Authority: West Berkshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

What 3 Words

///speedily.noisy.rich. Near Lambourn, Berkshire

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