Ridgley Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Ridgley Hill

Looking Down the Home Straight View of the grandstand and home straight at Pontefract Racecourse.
Looking Down the Home Straight Credit: David Robinson

Ridgley Hill, located in Yorkshire, England, is a prominent hill that forms part of the stunning landscape of the region. Standing at an elevation of approximately 400 meters (1,312 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The hill is characterized by its rolling green slopes, which are covered in lush vegetation during the warmer months. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of wildflowers, grasses, and small mammals. The hill's ecosystem supports a variety of bird species, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Ridgley Hill is easily accessible by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, providing visitors with ample opportunities for hiking and walking. At the summit, there is a designated viewing area where visitors can take in the awe-inspiring vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby valleys, forests, and farmland.

The hill also holds historical significance, as it is believed to have been inhabited by humans since ancient times. Archaeological evidence suggests that it was once a site of Iron Age settlements, and remnants of ancient forts and burial mounds can still be found in the area.

Overall, Ridgley Hill offers a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and history buffs alike. Its natural beauty, coupled with its cultural and historical significance, make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Yorkshire region.

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Ridgley Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.706832/-1.3134378 or Grid Reference SE4523. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking Down the Home Straight View of the grandstand and home straight at Pontefract Racecourse.
Looking Down the Home Straight
View of the grandstand and home straight at Pontefract Racecourse.
Around the Boundary of Pontefract Racecourse
Around the Boundary of Pontefract Racecourse
Pontefract Racecourse The 'Wakefield Way' bridleway as it skirts the outside edge of Pontefract racecourse.
Pontefract Racecourse
The 'Wakefield Way' bridleway as it skirts the outside edge of Pontefract racecourse.
Fryston Lane
Fryston Lane
Poppy power
Poppy power
Combining at Holmfield Lane
Combining at Holmfield Lane
Harvest Time
Harvest Time
Raising the roof Houses under construction off Sowgate lane Pontefract
Raising the roof
Houses under construction off Sowgate lane Pontefract
New housing at Pontefract
New housing at Pontefract
Autumn on Fryston Lane
Autumn on Fryston Lane
Autumn grazing at Holmfield Farm
Autumn grazing at Holmfield Farm
Old milestone This West Riding CC milestone is on Park Road north of Pontefract, A639.  It is just north of a roundabout and behind it is a large Retail Park built on the site of the Prince of Wales Colliery. It has the maker's name on the bevel, Brayshaw & Booth, Liversedge.   It is Grade II listed, 1299786 and was last painted in 2010 by two Milestone Society members.
Old milestone
This West Riding CC milestone is on Park Road north of Pontefract, A639. It is just north of a roundabout and behind it is a large Retail Park built on the site of the Prince of Wales Colliery. It has the maker's name on the bevel, Brayshaw & Booth, Liversedge. It is Grade II listed, 1299786 and was last painted in 2010 by two Milestone Society members.
Dandy Mill Pontefract Dis-used old windmill on Water Lane Pontefract
Dandy Mill Pontefract
Dis-used old windmill on Water Lane Pontefract
View towards Holywell Wood Trig Point
View towards Holywell Wood Trig Point
Start of walk to Holywell Wood Trig Point
Start of walk to Holywell Wood Trig Point
Holywell Wood Trig Point Flush Bracket S4200
Holywell Wood Trig Point Flush Bracket S4200
Holmfield Trig Point Flush Bracket S4239
Holmfield Trig Point Flush Bracket S4239
Airedale Health Centre A modern building on Fryston Road.
Airedale Health Centre
A modern building on Fryston Road.
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Ridgley Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE4523 (Lat: 53.706832, Lng: -1.3134378)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Wakefield

Police Authority: West Yorkshire

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Nearby Amenities

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