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Chester Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire Scarborough

England

Chester Hill

Wykeham village The benchmark is cut into the right hand cornerstone of the lowest course of stone of the gable end of 19 Wykeham.
Wykeham village Credit: Mel Towler

Chester Hill is a picturesque mountain located in the county of Yorkshire, England. It forms part of the beautiful landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, renowned for its stunning scenery and rich cultural heritage. Rising to an elevation of approximately 500 meters, Chester Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is known for its distinctive shape, with a gently sloping ascent leading to a prominent peak. Its slopes are covered in lush greenery, including grassy fields and patches of heather, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the year. The hill is also home to a variety of plant and animal species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

Chester Hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor adventurers, who are drawn to its challenging yet rewarding trails. The hill is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its rugged terrain at their own pace. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a more strenuous hike, there is something for everyone on Chester Hill.

Nearby, the village of Chester is a quaint and charming settlement that adds to the overall appeal of the area. It offers amenities such as accommodation, restaurants, and shops, providing visitors with a convenient base from which to explore the hill and its surroundings.

In conclusion, Chester Hill in Yorkshire is a stunning mountain that offers breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and a range of outdoor activities. Its beauty and accessibility make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.236829/-0.51794485 or Grid Reference SE9683. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wykeham village The benchmark is cut into the right hand cornerstone of the lowest course of stone of the gable end of 19 Wykeham.
Wykeham village
The benchmark is cut into the right hand cornerstone of the lowest course of stone of the gable end of 19 Wykeham.
Wykeham village There is a benchmark cut into the right hand cornerstone of the lowest course of stone of the gable end of 19 Wykeham.
Wykeham village
There is a benchmark cut into the right hand cornerstone of the lowest course of stone of the gable end of 19 Wykeham.
Ruston Lane The lane drops steadily downhill towards Ruston village. In the distance is the northern scarp of the Wolds. The lane is shown as an 'other route with public access', eventually becoming a 'yellow road' further down, but one would be hard pressed to notice the difference as the surface of this lane is little worse than the road it becomes.
Ruston Lane
The lane drops steadily downhill towards Ruston village. In the distance is the northern scarp of the Wolds. The lane is shown as an 'other route with public access', eventually becoming a 'yellow road' further down, but one would be hard pressed to notice the difference as the surface of this lane is little worse than the road it becomes.
Old quarry entrance off Ruston Lane The quarry looked interesting enough to explore, but the padlocked gate and signs about shooting were a deterrent. The quarry face can just be seen through the trees. The stone quarried was a limestone of the Hambleton oolite group of Jurassic age.
Old quarry entrance off Ruston Lane
The quarry looked interesting enough to explore, but the padlocked gate and signs about shooting were a deterrent. The quarry face can just be seen through the trees. The stone quarried was a limestone of the Hambleton oolite group of Jurassic age.
Bridleway towards Sawdon Heading towards Sawdon, the bridleway has just crossed Sawdon Beck which is just beyond the fence to the right. When the path meets the trees ahead it turns left and climbs the hillside by a sunken track.
Bridleway towards Sawdon
Heading towards Sawdon, the bridleway has just crossed Sawdon Beck which is just beyond the fence to the right. When the path meets the trees ahead it turns left and climbs the hillside by a sunken track.
Bridleway crossing Sawdon Beck Martin Dawes' photo of September 2014, taken from the opposite direction would suggest a rather mucky crossing for pedestrians. There is a simple plank bridge to the right which saves paddling, but the ground has been churned up either side by horses.
Bridleway crossing Sawdon Beck
Martin Dawes' photo of September 2014, taken from the opposite direction would suggest a rather mucky crossing for pedestrians. There is a simple plank bridge to the right which saves paddling, but the ground has been churned up either side by horses.
Wykeham, lane to Carr Farm According to the OS benchmark database there was a stone gatepost at this field entrance with a benchmark. The gatehole has been widened and today there are wooden gateposts. There were no fallen stone posts in the verge.
Wykeham, lane to Carr Farm
According to the OS benchmark database there was a stone gatepost at this field entrance with a benchmark. The gatehole has been widened and today there are wooden gateposts. There were no fallen stone posts in the verge.
Near Ruston Looking SW across to Ruston.
Near Ruston
Looking SW across to Ruston.
Yellowhammer Yellowhammer on Great Moor Road, they must be one of the most common small birds in North Yorkshire at the moment.
Yellowhammer
Yellowhammer on Great Moor Road, they must be one of the most common small birds in North Yorkshire at the moment.
Road to Hutton Buscel
Road to Hutton Buscel
Minor road near Hutton Buscel
Minor road near Hutton Buscel
Wykeham Lane
Wykeham Lane
Ringlet A Ringlet near Brompton.
Ringlet
A Ringlet near Brompton.
Yellowhammer There are always lots of Yellowhammers in this area.
Yellowhammer
There are always lots of Yellowhammers in this area.
Old field boundaries, Hutton Buscel The low light on a bright January day highlights the old field boundaries and the ridge and furrow in this large field on a south facing slope. Hutton Buscel village on the skyline. Many of these field boundaries were still extant at the time of the first 6" OS map of the area surveyed in 1850, but had gone by the end of the century
Old field boundaries, Hutton Buscel
The low light on a bright January day highlights the old field boundaries and the ridge and furrow in this large field on a south facing slope. Hutton Buscel village on the skyline. Many of these field boundaries were still extant at the time of the first 6" OS map of the area surveyed in 1850, but had gone by the end of the century
Re-purposed telephone box, Hutton Buscel This K6 telephone box at the junction of Middle lane with the Main Street (behind the photographer) has been refurbished and re-purposed as a village information facility and a boo exchange - hence the shelves of books
Re-purposed telephone box, Hutton Buscel
This K6 telephone box at the junction of Middle lane with the Main Street (behind the photographer) has been refurbished and re-purposed as a village information facility and a boo exchange - hence the shelves of books
Old milepost Just to the northeast of Far Lane junction with the A170 this is one of the neglected mileposts on this route. Perhaps a good scrub down with soapy water may work miracles! These mileposts could have been erected at the end of the 19thC or early in the 20th.
Old milepost
Just to the northeast of Far Lane junction with the A170 this is one of the neglected mileposts on this route. Perhaps a good scrub down with soapy water may work miracles! These mileposts could have been erected at the end of the 19thC or early in the 20th.
Old milepost At the east end of Wykeham this milepost is cared for. Probably cast at the foundry of F Mattison & Co. Bedale though because the post is so near the wall, inside the back where they cast their name, cannot be seen. PICKERING 11 is on the right face.
Old milepost
At the east end of Wykeham this milepost is cared for. Probably cast at the foundry of F Mattison & Co. Bedale though because the post is so near the wall, inside the back where they cast their name, cannot be seen. PICKERING 11 is on the right face.
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Chester Hill is located at Grid Ref: SE9683 (Lat: 54.236829, Lng: -0.51794485)

Division: North Riding

Administrative County: North Yorkshire

District: Scarborough

Police Authority: North Yorkshire

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Located within 500m of 54.236829,-0.51794485
Wykeham
Created By: Potlatch 0.5d
Is In: UK,Yorkshire,North Yorkshire
Place: village
Lat/Long: 54.2348312/-0.5209982
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St. Helens in the Park
Source: ACSI
Tourism: camp_site
Lat/Long: 54.23821/-0.5171
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Barrier: lift_gate
Lat/Long: 54.2397461/-0.5160148
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Cafe
Wykeham Tea Rooms
Addr City: Wykeham
Addr Postcode: YO13 9QB
Cuisine: tea_shop
Lat/Long: 54.2367903/-0.5202628
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Bus Stop
Lat/Long: 54.2368685/-0.5211293
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Post Box
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: YO13 157D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 54.2343685/-0.521982
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Fixme: Where does the public footpath go from here
Lat/Long: 54.2382711/-0.520637
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Pub
The Downes Arms
Addr City: Wykeham
Addr Postcode: YO13 9QB
Lat/Long: 54.2367987/-0.5221219
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Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: Wykeham
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 54.234473/-0.5216142
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