Western Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Hambleton

England

Western Hill

Cowesby Beck View west from the bridge leading to the Cleveland Rein.
Cowesby Beck Credit: Mick Garratt

Located in the county of Yorkshire in northern England, Western Hill is a prominent geological feature that encompasses a range of hills and mountains. Situated within the Pennines, a chain of hills known for their picturesque beauty, Western Hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

At an elevation of approximately 580 meters (1,900 feet), Western Hill stands as one of the highest points in the region, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers. The hill is known for its rugged terrain, characterized by steep slopes, rocky outcrops, and deep valleys, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience for those who venture to its summit.

The landscape of Western Hill showcases an array of natural wonders. Lush green meadows, dotted with wildflowers during the summer months, give way to dense woodlands teeming with diverse flora and fauna. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and smaller mammals, adding to its allure for nature lovers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Western Hill also boasts a rich cultural heritage. The surrounding area is dotted with ancient ruins, including stone circles, burial mounds, and remnants of Bronze Age settlements, providing a glimpse into the region's historical past.

Overall, Western Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating destination that offers a combination of stunning natural landscapes, challenging outdoor activities, and a rich history. Whether it's for a leisurely hike, a wildlife excursion, or a cultural exploration, Western Hill has something to offer every visitor.

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Western Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.309246/-1.3237722 or Grid Reference SE4490. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cowesby Beck View west from the bridge leading to the Cleveland Rein.
Cowesby Beck
View west from the bridge leading to the Cleveland Rein.
Cophill Lane Looking north up the lane mapped as Cophill Lane.
Cophill Lane
Looking north up the lane mapped as Cophill Lane.
Ostentation of Peacocks Taken on the doorstep of a farm in Woundales Lane.
Ostentation of Peacocks
Taken on the doorstep of a farm in Woundales Lane.
Wheatsheaf Inn, Borrowby The Wheatsheaf is a small local 17th century pub in the village of Borrowby.  It remains as the main focal and meeting point of the village since the full time shop closed years ago.
Wheatsheaf Inn, Borrowby
The Wheatsheaf is a small local 17th century pub in the village of Borrowby. It remains as the main focal and meeting point of the village since the full time shop closed years ago.
Chestnut Bank, Borrowby "A village of steep streets and narrow lanes, it has a wide view from its little hilltop between the Hambleton Hills and the great Plain of York. Standing by the old cross on the green, we look for miles over the Plain, so richly wooded and dotted with towns and villages that an ambassador at Henry the Eighth's Court once declared the view without parallel in Europe." (from Arthur Mee's Yorkshire North Riding)

The village with a population of about 400 has a well known feature in this tree sited on the main steep bank though the centre.  This tree can be seen on some of the oldest photographs taken in this area.
Chestnut Bank, Borrowby
"A village of steep streets and narrow lanes, it has a wide view from its little hilltop between the Hambleton Hills and the great Plain of York. Standing by the old cross on the green, we look for miles over the Plain, so richly wooded and dotted with towns and villages that an ambassador at Henry the Eighth's Court once declared the view without parallel in Europe." (from Arthur Mee's Yorkshire North Riding) The village with a population of about 400 has a well known feature in this tree sited on the main steep bank though the centre. This tree can be seen on some of the oldest photographs taken in this area.
Borrowby, From Park Lane
Borrowby, From Park Lane
Telephone Box, Borrowby
Telephone Box, Borrowby
Cottages & former Post Office at Borrowby Borrowby is just close enough to the hills for it to have sandstone built cottages with pantile roofs. The cottage with the red door was formerly the post office.
Cottages & former Post Office at Borrowby
Borrowby is just close enough to the hills for it to have sandstone built cottages with pantile roofs. The cottage with the red door was formerly the post office.
Market Cross and Village Hall, Borrowby The much eroded market cross in the centre of the village. Behind is the modern village hall, which also houses the post office.
Market Cross and Village Hall, Borrowby
The much eroded market cross in the centre of the village. Behind is the modern village hall, which also houses the post office.
A19 Bridge near Borrowby. A concrete bridge [circa 1970] that carries the A19 dual carriageway over a country lane.
A19 Bridge near Borrowby.
A concrete bridge [circa 1970] that carries the A19 dual carriageway over a country lane.
Bridge over Cowesby Beck A sturdy stone bridge carrying a country lane over the beck.
Bridge over Cowesby Beck
A sturdy stone bridge carrying a country lane over the beck.
Pylons Near Atley Field Farm
Pylons Near Atley Field Farm
Public Bridleway to Low House Off Cophill Lane.
Public Bridleway to Low House
Off Cophill Lane.
The lane from Cowesby to Borrowby Complete with Guinea Fowl.
The lane from Cowesby to Borrowby
Complete with Guinea Fowl.
Turkey Dinner One that didn't make the Christmas dinner table.  By the side of the lane near Borrowby.
Turkey Dinner
One that didn't make the Christmas dinner table. By the side of the lane near Borrowby.
Borrowby Methodist Church
Borrowby Methodist Church
Borrowby Market/Preaching Stone
Borrowby Market/Preaching Stone
Mobile Post Office The mobile post office van visits Borrowby, a village south east of Northallerton.
Mobile Post Office
The mobile post office van visits Borrowby, a village south east of Northallerton.
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Western Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE4490 (Lat: 54.309246, Lng: -1.3237722)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Hambleton

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Power: tower
Lat/Long: 54.3104278/-1.3170094
Furlands
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Lat/Long: 54.3088422/-1.3256562
Limekiln House
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Lat/Long: 54.3070019/-1.3272562
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