Crowell Hill

Hill, Mountain in Oxfordshire South Oxfordshire

England

Crowell Hill

Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor Class 37 No. 37227 drops down towards Chinnor station with an early morning arrival during the railway's diesel gala. The sunshine is out, but frost still covers ground in the shade.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor Credit: Gareth James

Crowell Hill is a prominent hill situated in the county of Oxfordshire, England. It is part of the Chiltern Hills, a range of rolling hills that stretch across several counties in southern England. Crowell Hill stands at an elevation of approximately 260 meters (850 feet) above sea level, making it one of the highest points in this area.

The hill is located near the village of Crowell, which lies to the south of Oxford. It is composed mainly of chalk and flint, typical of the geology found in the Chiltern Hills. The slopes of Crowell Hill are covered in lush grassland, dotted with patches of woodland, creating a picturesque landscape that is popular with walkers and hikers.

At the summit of Crowell Hill, there are stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Cotswolds and the Berkshire Downs. The hill also offers a vantage point to observe the nearby villages and towns, including Chinnor and Thame.

The area around Crowell Hill is rich in wildlife, with numerous species of birds, butterflies, and wildflowers. The hill is home to a variety of plant species, including orchids and rare chalk grassland flowers. It is also a habitat for small mammals, such as rabbits and foxes.

Crowell Hill attracts visitors throughout the year, who come to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the countryside and explore its walking trails. It is a popular destination for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Oxfordshire.

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Crowell Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.683833/-0.90668718 or Grid Reference SU7598. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor Class 37 No. 37227 drops down towards Chinnor station with an early morning arrival during the railway's diesel gala. The sunshine is out, but frost still covers ground in the shade.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor
Class 37 No. 37227 drops down towards Chinnor station with an early morning arrival during the railway's diesel gala. The sunshine is out, but frost still covers ground in the shade.
St. Andrew's church in Chinnor
St. Andrew's church in Chinnor
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway in Chinnor Class 50 No. 50008, with HST power car No. 43066 on the rear, approaches Keens Lane crossing in Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway in Chinnor
Class 50 No. 50008, with HST power car No. 43066 on the rear, approaches Keens Lane crossing in Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor HST power car No. 43066 arrives at Chinnor station during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor
HST power car No. 43066 arrives at Chinnor station during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor HST power car No. 43066 arrives at Chinnor station during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor
HST power car No. 43066 arrives at Chinnor station during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor Class 50 No. 50008 is seen in the sidings at Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor
Class 50 No. 50008 is seen in the sidings at Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor Class 37 No. 37227 brings its empty stock from the sidings into the station at Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala. Visible beyond are class 08 No. 08011, class 31 No. 97205 (alias 31136) and class 50 No. 50008.
Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway at Chinnor
Class 37 No. 37227 brings its empty stock from the sidings into the station at Chinnor during the railway's diesel gala. Visible beyond are class 08 No. 08011, class 31 No. 97205 (alias 31136) and class 50 No. 50008.
Near Chinnor View across fields near Keen's Lane.
Near Chinnor
View across fields near Keen's Lane.
Chinnor signal box and yard On what is now the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway. The yard is very long and narrow.
Chinnor signal box and yard
On what is now the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway. The yard is very long and narrow.
Train approaching level crossing, Chinnor A farm track, and public bridleway.
Train approaching level crossing, Chinnor
A farm track, and public bridleway.
Former quarry area, Chinnor, 2015
Former quarry area, Chinnor, 2015
Former quarry, Chinnor, 2015
Former quarry, Chinnor, 2015
Houses, Chalkpit Lane, Chinnor Part of a development on the site of a cement works.
Houses, Chalkpit Lane, Chinnor
Part of a development on the site of a cement works.
Bridleway Chinnor 165/26/20 The tarmac surface finishes at the house on the left.
Bridleway Chinnor 165/26/20
The tarmac surface finishes at the house on the left.
New houses on the edge of Chinnor Looking southeast past the houses on Littlemoor Field, with the wooded scarp slope of Oakley Hill in the background.
New houses on the edge of Chinnor
Looking southeast past the houses on Littlemoor Field, with the wooded scarp slope of Oakley Hill in the background.
Chinnor : view from Chinnor Hill
Chinnor : view from Chinnor Hill
View looking East towards Bennett End This photo shows the track, known as Collier's Lane, looking East towards Bennett End from Hallbottom Farm. Beechwood Shaw can be seen on the left beyond the field of crops.
View looking East towards Bennett End
This photo shows the track, known as Collier's Lane, looking East towards Bennett End from Hallbottom Farm. Beechwood Shaw can be seen on the left beyond the field of crops.
View looking West near Hallbottom Farm This photo shows a view looking West from Collier's Lane towards the edge of the Chiltern Hills. Lott Wood can be seen towards the right of the photo, whilst the BT radio tower, Northwest of Stokenchurch can be seen on the horizon, SU7496 refers.
View looking West near Hallbottom Farm
This photo shows a view looking West from Collier's Lane towards the edge of the Chiltern Hills. Lott Wood can be seen towards the right of the photo, whilst the BT radio tower, Northwest of Stokenchurch can be seen on the horizon, SU7496 refers.
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Crowell Hill is located at Grid Ref: SU7598 (Lat: 51.683833, Lng: -0.90668718)

Administrative County: Oxfordshire

District: South Oxfordshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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