Drawback Hill

Hill, Mountain in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Drawback Hill

Drawback Hill is a prominent landmark located in Oxfordshire, England. Situated in the rolling countryside, it is a hill that offers a picturesque view of the surrounding area. Although it is referred to as a hill, it could also be considered a small mountain due to its significant elevation.

Rising to a height of approximately 250 meters, Drawback Hill provides visitors with breathtaking panoramic vistas of Oxfordshire's stunning landscape. Its summit is easily accessible, either by foot or by car, and is a popular attraction for tourists and locals alike. The hill's location makes it an ideal spot for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and nature walks.

The name "Drawback Hill" is believed to have originated from its geographical features. It is said that the hill's steep incline and rugged terrain make it somewhat challenging to traverse, hence the name "Drawback." However, this drawback is compensated by the rewarding views that await those who reach the top.

The hill is covered in lush greenery, with patches of wildflowers dotting the landscape during the spring and summer months. This natural beauty attracts a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Birdwatchers can spot various species of birds soaring in the skies above Drawback Hill.

Overall, Drawback Hill is a stunning natural formation that showcases the beauty of Oxfordshire's countryside. Its elevation, scenic views, and abundant wildlife make it an enchanting destination for those seeking a peaceful getaway or a challenging hike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.524973/-0.9110287 or Grid Reference SU7581. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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Chiltern Way goes this way

Created by the Chiltern Society as its Millennium Project, the Way originally took in all of the Chilterns from north to south across the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in a 125-miles circuit extending from Ewelme in the south west, Chorleywood in the south east and Sharpenhoe Clappers and Great Offley in the north east. It was based on an earlier unofficial route, the Chiltern Hundred. The Way passes through some of the most attractive parts of the Chilterns, including the Bovingdon Plateau, the Chess valley, the Misbourne valley, Penn Country, the Hambleden valley, Stonor Park, Ewelme, Swyncombe Down, Bledlow Ridge, Hampden Country, Bulbourne valley and Dunstable Down. The original 200km (125 miles) Way took in Hemel via Chalfont St Giles, the edge of Marlow, Hambleden, Bix Bottom, Ewelme, the Ridgeway, Stokenchurch, Great Hampden, Aldbury, the Dunstable Downs, Sharpenhoe Clappers and Harpenden. Two extensions have been added in 2003: the southern adds a loop of 50km (35 miles) from Bix Bottom via Mapledurham on the Thames and the northern extension 44km (27 miles) from Sharpenhoe Clappers via the Icknield Way and the outskirts of Hitchin. A short cut from Bix Bottom creates a 16km (10 miles) loop via Ewelme. Although officially starting at Hemel Hempstead Station, the walk can be started at many other places on the route. The Way also has links with other routes including Chiltern Heritage Trail, Ridgeway National Trail, Icknield Way Path, Oxfordshire, Swan's and South Bucks Ways and Grand Union Canal, Lea Valley and Chess Valley Walks.

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