Cracknell Hill

Hill, Mountain in Bedfordshire

England

Cracknell Hill

5 Pavenham Road, Chellington A house, with stone and brick garden wall.
5 Pavenham Road, Chellington Credit: M J Richardson

Cracknell Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Bedfordshire, in the eastern region of England. Situated near the village of Maulden, this natural landmark offers captivating views of the surrounding countryside.

Standing at an elevation of approximately 111 meters (364 feet), Cracknell Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Its gentle slopes and well-defined trails make it an ideal location for hiking, walking, and even picnicking. The hill is covered with lush green vegetation, including grassland and scattered trees, creating a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy.

Cracknell Hill is part of the Greensand Ridge, a range of hills that stretches across Bedfordshire and neighboring counties. This geological feature adds to the scenic beauty of the area and provides a diverse habitat for a variety of plant and animal species. The hill is particularly known for its wildflowers, which bloom in abundance during the spring and summer months, attracting butterflies and other pollinators.

The hill is accessible via public footpaths and is a popular spot for local residents and tourists alike. On a clear day, visitors can admire panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including nearby towns and villages. The tranquil and peaceful atmosphere of Cracknell Hill makes it an excellent place for relaxation and connecting with nature.

In conclusion, Cracknell Hill in Bedfordshire offers a delightful natural escape, with its stunning views, well-maintained trails, and diverse flora and fauna. Whether for a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, this hill provides an enjoyable and rewarding experience for all who venture to its summit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.197878/-0.62172509 or Grid Reference SP9456. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

5 Pavenham Road, Chellington A house, with stone and brick garden wall.
5 Pavenham Road, Chellington
A house, with stone and brick garden wall.
23 Pavenham Road, Chellington A modern house on the edge of the village.
23 Pavenham Road, Chellington
A modern house on the edge of the village.
Footbridge in Harrold-Odell Country Park On the circular path around Grebe Lake, crossing over a short stream flowing from a smaller, unnamed, pool.
Footbridge in Harrold-Odell Country Park
On the circular path around Grebe Lake, crossing over a short stream flowing from a smaller, unnamed, pool.
Skate park at Harrold-Odell Country Park By the footpath that circles Grebe Lake.
Skate park at Harrold-Odell Country Park
By the footpath that circles Grebe Lake.
Stinking Iris [Iris foetidissima]  Striking fruits of this wild Iris by a lakeside footpath in Harrold-Odell Country Park. The crushed leaves are said to have a strong unpleasant smell when bruised.
Stinking Iris [Iris foetidissima]
Striking fruits of this wild Iris by a lakeside footpath in Harrold-Odell Country Park. The crushed leaves are said to have a strong unpleasant smell when bruised.
St Peter & All Saints church, Harrold
St Peter & All Saints church, Harrold
Spring Close Farm
Spring Close Farm
Looking across the flood plain of the Great Ouse towards St Peter's Church, Harrold
Looking across the flood plain of the Great Ouse towards St Peter's Church, Harrold
Wedding party at St Mary the Virgin, Carlton
Wedding party at St Mary the Virgin, Carlton
Causeway leading to Harrold Bridge The causeway is about 6 feet above the level of the fields below
Causeway leading to Harrold Bridge
The causeway is about 6 feet above the level of the fields below
Harrold Bridge See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.transportheritage.com/find-heritage-locations.html?sobi2Task=sobi2Details&sobi2Id=765" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.transportheritage.com/find-heritage-locations.html?sobi2Task=sobi2Details&sobi2Id=765">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> This bridege was originally constructed in the 14th century but has undergone almost continuous repair and reconstruction since.
Harrold Bridge
See LinkExternal link This bridege was originally constructed in the 14th century but has undergone almost continuous repair and reconstruction since.
Road into Carlton According to <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.carltonwithchellington.co.uk/village_history.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.carltonwithchellington.co.uk/village_history.htm">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> this is the most southerly example of the use of the viking-derived name Carleton (meaning free man). It indicates that this was as far south as the Vikings got. The River Ouse formed a boundary to the Viking influence.
Road into Carlton
According to LinkExternal link this is the most southerly example of the use of the viking-derived name Carleton (meaning free man). It indicates that this was as far south as the Vikings got. The River Ouse formed a boundary to the Viking influence.
St Nicholas' Church, Chellington C12 church now used as a retreat centre. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.carltonwithchellington.co.uk/village_history.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.carltonwithchellington.co.uk/village_history.htm">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> for further information.
St Nicholas' Church, Chellington
C12 church now used as a retreat centre. See LinkExternal link for further information.
High Street, Harrold As seen from opposite the United Reformed chapel looking east.
High Street, Harrold
As seen from opposite the United Reformed chapel looking east.
High Street, Harrold Looking west towards Brook Lane.
High Street, Harrold
Looking west towards Brook Lane.
Harrold House, High Street, Harrold "A tall, symmetrical Victorian-Jacobean villa" as Pevsner puts it.
Harrold House, High Street, Harrold
"A tall, symmetrical Victorian-Jacobean villa" as Pevsner puts it.
High Street, Harrold This terrace of quite large Victorian houses represents yet another architectural style to be found in High Street. The picture was taken looking east towards Church Walk.
High Street, Harrold
This terrace of quite large Victorian houses represents yet another architectural style to be found in High Street. The picture was taken looking east towards Church Walk.
St Peter, Harrold The tower dates from around 1290-1350 but the spire dates from any time thereafter to around 1530.
St Peter, Harrold
The tower dates from around 1290-1350 but the spire dates from any time thereafter to around 1530.
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