Jackman's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Surrey Waverley

England

Jackman's Hill

Barn at Oxenford Grange It was built in 1843 by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin in Medieval Gothic style of sandstone rubble with ashlar dressings. It has a plain tiled roof, part restored, with ridge cresting and gable end pinnacles. It is rectangular, with pentice roofed aisle extensions to side. There are five bays with gabled, opposing, entrances to centre, offset flanking buttresses and octagonal gable finial. There are rectangular breathers to both and sides, three to either side alternating with buttresses. There are double doors to centre on both sides with stable doors to side. Interior - main roof trusses on corbels with cross braced roof <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101334359" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101334359">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Barn at Oxenford Grange Credit: John Baker

Jackman's Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Surrey, England. It is classified as a hill rather than a mountain, standing at an elevation of approximately 200 meters above sea level. The hill is situated near the village of Chiddingfold, within the picturesque Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Rising above the surrounding landscape, Jackman's Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. From its summit, one can observe vast expanses of rolling hills, lush green meadows, and dense woodlands that stretch as far as the eye can see. The tranquil atmosphere and stunning vistas make it a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers alike.

The hill is covered in a mix of grassland and woodland, forming a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide range of plant and animal species. Visitors may encounter various types of wildflowers, such as bluebells and primroses, as well as an array of bird species, including skylarks and kestrels.

Jackman's Hill is also steeped in history. It is believed to have been named after an ancient landowner or local figure, although the exact origins of the name remain unclear. The surrounding area is dotted with archaeological sites and historical landmarks, providing glimpses into the region's past.

Overall, Jackman's Hill offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life, providing visitors with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and rich history of Surrey.

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Jackman's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.190021/-0.67335281 or Grid Reference SU9244. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn at Oxenford Grange

It was built in 1843 by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin in Medieval Gothic style of sandstone rubble with ashlar dressings. It has a plain tiled roof, part restored, with ridge cresting and gable end pinnacles. It is rectangular, with pentice roofed aisle extensions to side. There are five bays with gabled, opposing, entrances to centre, offset flanking buttresses and octagonal gable finial. There are rectangular breathers to both and sides, three to either side alternating with buttresses. There are double doors to centre on both sides with stable doors to side. Interior - main roof trusses on corbels with cross braced roof Link

John Baker

One of Eashing Bridges

There are two 13th century bridges over the two routes of the River Wey here, with a causeway between them. Together they are a grade I listed building and scheduled Ancient Monument. This is the eastern bridge of three arches, the other has four.

Robin Webster

River Wey

Looking upstream some way below Eashing Bridges.

Robin Webster

River Wey

Two branches of the river reunite below Eashing Bridges.

Robin Webster

One of Eashing Bridges

Robin Webster

One of Eashing Bridges

Robin Webster

The Mill, Eashing

On the River Wey, most of which flows under it. Now offices in the Abbey Mill Business Park, as are the other buildings in the large mill complex beyond. The Stag inn sign refers to an adjacent pub off to the left.

Robin Webster

Abbey Mill Business Park

On the site of Eashing Mill, although the buildings do not seem to correspond very well with the original paper (later woollen) mill which had this entire area roofed over.

Robin Webster

River Wey at Eashing Mill

The river emerging from under the mill building, now offices. The majority of the flow comes this way now, there is an alternative natural course.

Robin Webster

Catkins and Bunker near Eashing

An old WW2 bunker is slowly vanishing into the undergrowth on the edge of Eashing Copse.

Des Blenkinsopp

Bridleway and Paddocks, Lower Eashing

The Wey Valley is quite steep along here with wooded sides and only a narrow strip of land at the bottom which is grazed by horses.

Des Blenkinsopp

Eashing Copse

A strip of woodland along the steep side of the Wey Valley.

Des Blenkinsopp

Yard at Eashing Mill

There has been a mill on this site at least since the Domesday Book, firstly for corn, then a long period of paper making and at the end producing flock which was a sort of stuffing material for mattresses etc. Full story on Link

from which it seems that what's here now is not old but is recent building made to look like a mill. It's quite convincing.

Des Blenkinsopp