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Perry Hill

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Perry Hill

Bridleway 2191 Burpham Towards Rackham.
Bridleway 2191 Burpham Credit: Robin Webster

Perry Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Sussex, England. It is situated near the village of Perry, in East Sussex, and stands at an elevation of approximately 164 meters (538 feet) above sea level. The hill is part of the South Downs, a range of chalk hills that stretches across Southern England.

Perry Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. The hill is covered in lush greenery, consisting of a variety of vegetation including grasses, wildflowers, and shrubs. The diverse flora attracts an array of wildlife, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching and other nature activities.

The hill is easily accessible by foot, with several footpaths and trails leading to its summit. One of the most popular routes is the South Downs Way, a long-distance footpath that passes near Perry Hill. Walking along this trail, visitors can enjoy the stunning scenery and take in the fresh country air.

Additionally, Perry Hill is known for its historical significance. It is believed to have been inhabited by humans for thousands of years, with archaeological evidence suggesting the presence of Iron Age settlements in the area. Remnants of ancient earthworks can still be seen on the hill, adding to its cultural and historical value.

Overall, Perry Hill in Sussex offers a combination of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance, making it a cherished location for locals and visitors alike.

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Perry Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.874303/-0.50148609 or Grid Reference TQ0509. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway 2191 Burpham Towards Rackham.
Bridleway 2191 Burpham
Towards Rackham.
Bridleway 2249 Parham leaves bridleway 2191 Burpham
Bridleway 2249 Parham leaves bridleway 2191 Burpham
Bridleway 2249 Parham reaches bridleway 2191 Burpham
Bridleway 2249 Parham reaches bridleway 2191 Burpham
Track towards Burpham High Barn The track leads SSW towards Burpham High Barn. In the original image, buildings there are visible - close to the lowest point on the skyline, near the right-hand margin. On the left-hand side of the picture, the clump of trees on the skyline is known as Norfolk Clump. Photo taken on the last day of September, 2015. I stood on much the same spot four years earlier, and pointed my camera in much the same direction to take: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2710486">TQ0510 : A foggy day on the Downs (1)</a>
Track towards Burpham High Barn
The track leads SSW towards Burpham High Barn. In the original image, buildings there are visible - close to the lowest point on the skyline, near the right-hand margin. On the left-hand side of the picture, the clump of trees on the skyline is known as Norfolk Clump. Photo taken on the last day of September, 2015. I stood on much the same spot four years earlier, and pointed my camera in much the same direction to take: TQ0510 : A foggy day on the Downs (1)
Downland arable south-east of the Burgh, late September View south-east from the track which runs ESE from the Burgh towards Wepham Down. The highest point on the skyline is occupied by Norfolk Clump. The photo was taken across a newly-drilled field on the last day of September 2015, and shows a later stage in the farming cycle than: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3123372">TQ0410 : After the harvest</a> The view as it is in November can be seen in: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2713779">TQ0510 : A foggy day on the Downs (2)</a>
Downland arable south-east of the Burgh, late September
View south-east from the track which runs ESE from the Burgh towards Wepham Down. The highest point on the skyline is occupied by Norfolk Clump. The photo was taken across a newly-drilled field on the last day of September 2015, and shows a later stage in the farming cycle than: TQ0410 : After the harvest The view as it is in November can be seen in: TQ0510 : A foggy day on the Downs (2)
Landscape south-east of the Burgh in late September A wider view of the scene shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4684072">TQ0510 : Downland arable south-east of the Burgh, late September</a> On the last day of September the low evening sun casts shadows across a newly-drilled field.
Landscape south-east of the Burgh in late September
A wider view of the scene shown in TQ0510 : Downland arable south-east of the Burgh, late September On the last day of September the low evening sun casts shadows across a newly-drilled field.
A lingering chicory flower On the last day of September 2015 there weren't many chicory flowers still to be found on the downs.
A lingering chicory flower
On the last day of September 2015 there weren't many chicory flowers still to be found on the downs.
Bridleway towards Wepham Down Beyond the dip the bridleway climbs to Wepham Down. From down in the dip a track leads south (right) to Burpham High Barn.
Bridleway towards Wepham Down
Beyond the dip the bridleway climbs to Wepham Down. From down in the dip a track leads south (right) to Burpham High Barn.
View from Bridleway Towards Canada
View from Bridleway Towards Canada
Fields on Wepham Downs Poor lighting across the downs.
Fields on Wepham Downs
Poor lighting across the downs.
Bridleway on Wepham Down
Bridleway on Wepham Down
Wepham Down Edge of large field.
Wepham Down
Edge of large field.
View SSW from the path towards Burpham
View SSW from the path towards Burpham
View south towards Barpham Hill It's a little confusing that Barpham Hill is spelt with an "a", whereas the nearby village of Burpham is spelt with a "u".
View south towards Barpham Hill
It's a little confusing that Barpham Hill is spelt with an "a", whereas the nearby village of Burpham is spelt with a "u".
View WNW from a junction of paths on Wepham Down
View WNW from a junction of paths on Wepham Down
View north along the track on Wepham Down
View north along the track on Wepham Down
Junction of paths on Wepham Down - and view towards Lee Farm
Junction of paths on Wepham Down - and view towards Lee Farm
View north from the east side of Wepham Down
View north from the east side of Wepham Down
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Perry Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ0509 (Lat: 50.874303, Lng: -0.50148609)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Arun

Police Authority: Sussex

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