Clay Hill

Hill, Mountain in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Clay Hill

Buildings in the market place, Sleaford An awkward situation where buildings face a pay-and-display car park.
Buildings in the market place, Sleaford Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Clay Hill is a small hill located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated near the village of Holton le Clay, it is known for its picturesque surroundings and historical significance. Despite its name, Clay Hill is not a typical hill or mountain, but rather a gentle rise in the landscape.

The hill is characterized by its clay-based soil, which gives it a distinct reddish hue. It is covered in lush green grass and scattered with wildflowers, creating a beautiful and peaceful natural setting. The area is popular among locals and visitors alike for leisurely walks, picnics, and photography.

Historically, Clay Hill has been an important location for the local community. It is believed to have been a site of pagan worship during ancient times, and remnants of ancient burial mounds have been found in the vicinity. In the Middle Ages, the hill was home to a small settlement and was used as a strategic lookout point due to its elevated position.

Today, Clay Hill serves as a reminder of the region's rich history and natural beauty. It offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Whether it's exploring the ancient legends associated with the area or simply enjoying the tranquility of the landscape, Clay Hill is a must-visit destination for those interested in Lincolnshire's heritage and natural attractions.

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Clay Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.996786/-0.42804561 or Grid Reference TF0545. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Buildings in the market place, Sleaford An awkward situation where buildings face a pay-and-display car park.
Buildings in the market place, Sleaford
An awkward situation where buildings face a pay-and-display car park.
Window, St Denys, Sleaford This is one of the windows with "flowing tracery" that Nikolaus Pevsner remembered the church for. It is similar in style to the east window of the chancel of Boston church.
Window, St Denys, Sleaford
This is one of the windows with "flowing tracery" that Nikolaus Pevsner remembered the church for. It is similar in style to the east window of the chancel of Boston church.
Café, shops and war memorial, Market Place, Sleaford
Café, shops and war memorial, Market Place, Sleaford
The River Slea Viewed on a disappointingly dull summer day.
The River Slea
Viewed on a disappointingly dull summer day.
Tesco at Sleaford Located on North Gate.
Tesco at Sleaford
Located on North Gate.
Council offices at Lafford Terrace See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5574532">TF0745 : Lafford Terrace</a> for information about this lovely old building.
Council offices at Lafford Terrace
See TF0745 : Lafford Terrace for information about this lovely old building.
East Gate, Sleaford Viewed on the edge of the square on a disappointingly dull summer day.
East Gate, Sleaford
Viewed on the edge of the square on a disappointingly dull summer day.
Fire-damaged Maltings, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (1)
Fire-damaged Maltings, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (1)
Fire-damaged Maltings, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (2)
Fire-damaged Maltings, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (2)
Former Advanta Seeds site, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (2)
Former Advanta Seeds site, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (2)
Former Advanta Seeds site, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (2)
Former Advanta Seeds site, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (2)
Fire-damaged Maltings, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (3)
Fire-damaged Maltings, Sleaford: aerial 2022 (3)
Coggesford Lock The remains of Coggesford Lock on the Sleaford Navigation.
Coggesford Lock
The remains of Coggesford Lock on the Sleaford Navigation.
Coggesford Mill, Sleaford Mid eighteenth century water powered corn mill <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1062115?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1062115?section=official-list-entry">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>
Coggesford Mill, Sleaford
Mid eighteenth century water powered corn mill LinkExternal link
Coggesford Mill Farmhouse Mid eighteenth century house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1360438?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1360438?section=official-list-entry">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>
Coggesford Mill Farmhouse
Mid eighteenth century house LinkExternal link
Mill pool above Coggesford Mill
Mill pool above Coggesford Mill
RiverLight Festival installation One of a number of things to see at the RiverLight (sic) festival held over the weekend of 19th/20th March 2022.  St Deny's church spire behind takes it all in its stride.

This particular installation is called 'Octo', by Dream Engine and features an acrobat 'inside' during an aerial performance.
RiverLight Festival installation
One of a number of things to see at the RiverLight (sic) festival held over the weekend of 19th/20th March 2022. St Deny's church spire behind takes it all in its stride. This particular installation is called 'Octo', by Dream Engine and features an acrobat 'inside' during an aerial performance.
The Packhorse Inn, North Gate, Sleaford
The Packhorse Inn, North Gate, Sleaford
Show me another place!

Clay Hill is located at Grid Ref: TF0545 (Lat: 52.996786, Lng: -0.42804561)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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