Covermill Hill

Hill, Mountain in Leicestershire Melton

England

Covermill Hill

Woodland with cow parsley beside Woodfold Lane Credit: Luke Shaw

Covermill Hill is a prominent hill located in Leicestershire, England. Situated near the village of Nailstone, it is part of the beautiful and picturesque countryside of the area. With an elevation of approximately 196 meters (643 feet), it is not categorized as a mountain but rather a hill.

Covermill Hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including the rolling hills, fields, and woodlands typical of the region. It is a popular spot for both locals and visitors who enjoy hiking, walking, and taking in the natural beauty of the area. The hill is easily accessible, with footpaths and trails leading up to its summit.

At the top of Covermill Hill, there is a small ancient monument known as the Nailstone Bottle Knap, which dates back to the Bronze Age. This archaeological feature adds historical significance to the hill and attracts those with an interest in the prehistoric era.

Covermill Hill is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various species of birds, mammals, and plants. Nature enthusiasts often visit to observe and appreciate the natural habitats that thrive in this area.

Overall, Covermill Hill offers a peaceful and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, historical significance, and diverse ecosystem make it a must-visit destination for those exploring Leicestershire.

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Covermill Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.773334/-0.81687713 or Grid Reference SK7920. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland with cow parsley beside Woodfold Lane

Luke Shaw

Culvert for stream under Woodfold Lane

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 96.238m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1962 on the culvert

Roger Templeman

Track (also footpath) into Brentingby Lodge Farm

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 114.477m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1962 on a culvert on the right hand side of the track near the hedge junction

Roger Templeman

Entrance to Brentingby Lodge Farm from Woodfold Lane

Roger Templeman

Hedge with tree dividing fields east of Hills Barn Farm

Roger Templeman

Farm buildings at Hills Barn Farm on west side of Woodfold Lane

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 123.761m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1962 on the road face, 4.3m from the near angle, of a building at this location. The present building is probably a replacement.

Roger Templeman

Horses in field on east side of Woodfold Lane near Poole's Lodge Farm

Luke Shaw

Field NE of Bell's Plantation

There is a hare in the field!

Luke Shaw

Benchmark on Pooles Lodge Farm farmhouse

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark levelled at 127.516m above Newlyn Datum verified 1962

Roger Templeman

Buildings at Pooles Lodge Farm

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SK7821 : Benchmark on Pooles Lodge Farm farmhouse on the building at the right hand end of the row

Roger Templeman

Roadside building at West Lodge

Ordnance Survey documents describe a benchmark levelled at 131.235m above Newlyn Datum and verified in 1962 at this location

Roger Templeman

Field NE of West Lodge

B676 eastbound

B676 eastbound

B676 eastbound

The Willow Pool

If I wanted to dispose of Excalibur, at my Lord's command, this is the sort of place I would fling it. Ancient, surviving, wrecked willows in a deep pool. The pool is the remnant of recent rains, when the adjacent River Eye rose and met the torrents falling on the field. This area is all low-lying wetland, and the Willow is the queen of the landscape. This is a stitch of 6 separate images of 6252x4164 pixels, stitched with Microsoft ICE to yield a panoramic shot of 13642x8203 pixels - subsequently downsized to suit Geograph. The full stitch is available on request.

Bob Harvey

Willow in the water

One of the trees featured in SK8018 : The Willow Pool. It is very hard to dissuade a willow from growing, and they revel in wet feet.

Bob Harvey

Wet enough for thee?

One of the Willow trees seen in SK8018 : The Willow Pool. Broken, wrecked, drowned it still grows vigorously. This won't be the first time it has stood in floodwater.

Bob Harvey

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Covermill Hill is located at Grid Ref: SK7920 (Lat: 52.773334, Lng: -0.81687713)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: Melton

Police Authority: Leicestershire