Wood Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire

England

Wood Hill

East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park Credit: Tom Page

Wood Hill is a picturesque hill located in the county of Yorkshire in England. Situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, this natural landmark offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. With its lush green slopes and a peak reaching an elevation of approximately 350 meters, Wood Hill is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike.

The hill is covered in dense woodland, primarily consisting of oak and beech trees, hence its name. These trees provide a habitat for various wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and deer. The diverse flora and fauna found on Wood Hill make it an important conservation area within Yorkshire.

A network of well-maintained footpaths crisscrosses the hill, allowing visitors to explore its beauty and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. The paths lead to the summit, where a small stone cairn marks the highest point, offering breathtaking views of the rolling hills and valleys below.

Wood Hill is also a popular spot for paragliding and hang gliding enthusiasts, who take advantage of the hill's elevation and favorable wind conditions. On a clear day, the colorful sails of these aerial adventurers can be seen dotting the sky above the hill.

In addition to its natural beauty, Wood Hill has historical significance. The remains of an Iron Age hillfort can be found on its slopes, providing insight into the area's ancient past.

Overall, Wood Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating destination that combines natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical intrigue, making it a must-visit location for anyone exploring the Yorkshire Dales.

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Wood Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.339863/-1.2930457 or Grid Reference SK4782. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
East of the lake at Rother Valley Country Park
Footbridge over the Sheffield-Lincoln railway The railway here is adjacent to a large comprehensive school and I suspect that the severe design is intended to discourage vandalism
Footbridge over the Sheffield-Lincoln railway
The railway here is adjacent to a large comprehensive school and I suspect that the severe design is intended to discourage vandalism
The Sheffield-Lincoln railway running through Wales Wales, the suburb of Rotherham that is. This shot looks west from a farm access bridge.
The Sheffield-Lincoln railway running through Wales
Wales, the suburb of Rotherham that is. This shot looks west from a farm access bridge.
Fishing in Fiddle Neck Pond
Fishing in Fiddle Neck Pond
Tree trunk fish sculpture at Aston Park Fisheries' Hepworth Pond
Tree trunk fish sculpture at Aston Park Fisheries' Hepworth Pond
Aston Park Fisheries Looking over two of the seven fishing lakes from the footbridge over the A57
Aston Park Fisheries
Looking over two of the seven fishing lakes from the footbridge over the A57
Autumn colour at Waleswood Industrial Estate
Autumn colour at Waleswood Industrial Estate
M1 nearing Junction 31
M1 nearing Junction 31
The lake in Rother Valley Country Park
The lake in Rother Valley Country Park
Runners on Rother Valley parkrun This was the 400th parkrun at Rother Valley and was being held on possibly the hottest day of the year. 417 people completed the 5km course, a single lap of the lake.
Runners on Rother Valley parkrun
This was the 400th parkrun at Rother Valley and was being held on possibly the hottest day of the year. 417 people completed the 5km course, a single lap of the lake.
Michaelmas daisies, Rother Valley country park On the eastern shore of Rother Valley Lake. The country park is on the site of former quarries.
Michaelmas daisies, Rother Valley country park
On the eastern shore of Rother Valley Lake. The country park is on the site of former quarries.
Bridleway, Rother Valley country park On the east bank of the current route of the River Rother. The river was rerouted to facilitate opencast mining in the 1950s.
Bridleway, Rother Valley country park
On the east bank of the current route of the River Rother. The river was rerouted to facilitate opencast mining in the 1950s.
Former wheel pit, Bedgreave New Mill, Rother Valley The 3-storey watermill was probably built about 1768, to replace an older watermill alongside. This pit is where the waterwheel was, turned by water from the River Rother. The mill was converted to steam power around 1886, and later to oil engine. It stopped working in 1947 and was restored in 1981-2 as part of Rother Valley Country Park.
Former wheel pit, Bedgreave New Mill, Rother Valley
The 3-storey watermill was probably built about 1768, to replace an older watermill alongside. This pit is where the waterwheel was, turned by water from the River Rother. The mill was converted to steam power around 1886, and later to oil engine. It stopped working in 1947 and was restored in 1981-2 as part of Rother Valley Country Park.
Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Overflow car park at Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Overflow car park at Gulliver's Valley, Rotherham
Long Lane, Killamarsh View NNW from Long Lane, Killamarsh across Killamarsh village. The lakes and woodland in the mid-distance are Rother Valley Country Park.
Long Lane, Killamarsh
View NNW from Long Lane, Killamarsh across Killamarsh village. The lakes and woodland in the mid-distance are Rother Valley Country Park.
Rother Valley Country Park On the east bank of the main watersports lake looking south with Killamarsh in the distance.
Rother Valley Country Park
On the east bank of the main watersports lake looking south with Killamarsh in the distance.
Rother Valley Park - North end One of the difficulties of locating the photographer position on the 1940's map is that the lake wasn't there then and the river has been moved. On a crisp November morning (actually nearer 13:30), a couple of hardy souls were taking to the water on their jet skis. Brrr! The photo, looking north, looks towards Swallownest just visible in the distance.
Rother Valley Park - North end
One of the difficulties of locating the photographer position on the 1940's map is that the lake wasn't there then and the river has been moved. On a crisp November morning (actually nearer 13:30), a couple of hardy souls were taking to the water on their jet skis. Brrr! The photo, looking north, looks towards Swallownest just visible in the distance.
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Wood Hill is located at Grid Ref: SK4782 (Lat: 53.339863, Lng: -1.2930457)

Division: West Riding

Unitary Authority: Rotherham

Police Authority: South Yorkshire

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