Churn Hill

Hill, Mountain in Berkshire Vale of White Horse

England

Churn Hill

The road is a lot worse I haven&#039;t been up here for a few years. Boham&#039;s Road, still shown in yellow on the map, has got into a bit of a state since then.
Over the last 5 years in fact. This was it looking not too bad in 2019 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6145319">SU5183 : Boham's Road by Churn stables</a> — The road is a lot worse Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Churn Hill is located in Berkshire, England, and is considered a part of the Berkshire Downs range. It is a prominent hill that rises to an elevation of approximately 243 meters (797 feet) above sea level. The hill is situated in the southern part of the county, near the town of Wantage.

Churn Hill is known for its picturesque and scenic views, offering visitors breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, with patches of woodland and open fields, creating a diverse and vibrant landscape.

The area around Churn Hill is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and walking, attracting both locals and tourists alike. There are several well-marked trails that lead to the summit, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the hill and its surroundings.

In addition to its natural beauty, Churn Hill also holds historical significance. The hill is believed to have been inhabited by humans for thousands of years, with evidence of ancient settlements and burial mounds found in the area. These archaeological remains provide insights into the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.

Overall, Churn Hill in Berkshire offers a combination of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance. Whether it is exploring the hill's scenic trails, admiring the panoramic views, or learning about its ancient past, Churn Hill provides a captivating experience for all who visit.

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Churn Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.556852/-1.2473402 or Grid Reference SU5284. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The road is a lot worse

I haven't been up here for a few years. Boham's Road, still shown in yellow on the map, has got into a bit of a state since then. Over the last 5 years in fact. This was it looking not too bad in 2019 SU5183 : Boham's Road by Churn stables

Des Blenkinsopp

Path and drive to Alden Farm

Path and drive to Alden Farm on Hollow Way

Shaun Ferguson

Restricted Byway

Restricted byway heading to The Kennels

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Restricted Byway

Restricted byway and drive passing Saltbox

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Restricted Byway

Restricted byway and drive passing the bridleway by Churn Stables

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Path goes across the old railway bridge

Path goes across the old railway bridge heading on to the downs

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Path heading towards Churn Hill

Path heads up alongside the copse heading towards Churn Hill

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Path nearing Churn Hill

Path on the track from Upper Chance Farm nearing Churn Hill

Shaun Ferguson

St Michael, Blewbury: early September 2022

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St Michael, Blewbury: churchyard

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Cottages in Church Lane

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The Church Benefice Building, Blewbury: early September 2022

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St Michael, Blewbury: Trinity altar

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St Michael, Blewbury: organ

The organ was invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, a third century BC engineer. Fragments from one early organ in Pompeii are now in the Museo Nazionale, Naples. The first definition is provided by St. Augustine: “apropryte to the Instrument that is made of many pypes: and blowe with belowes." In 757, Emperor Constantine Copronymus sent an organ as a gift to Pepin, King of the Franks. By 1474, S. Petronio, Bologna, had a full scale 50 note organ with 9 stops. The low pipes in the largest cathedral organs produced some of the lowest sounds ever created by man. Perhaps predictably, given its extraordinary capabilities, a somewhat persistent element in the history of the organ is various puritan's criticism of it. Writers from Cicero to Milton saw it as a temptation away from virtue and reason. Nevertheless they continued to grow in range, power and tone. By the 19th century there was a vast amount of music for the organ. And to play it on? As many as 200 stops and 10,647 pipes….

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St Michael, Blewbury: porch

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St Michael, Blewbury: memorial to a priest and cricketer

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St Michael, Blewbury: memorial to a Balliol Fellow

His Times obituary, published on 1 July 1955, states "Dr Orwin was an important pioneer in his chosen field with a bold policy for the future of British farming."

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