Abbey Hill

Hill, Mountain in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Abbey Hill

Nocton Hall, Nocton Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/362301">TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front</a>. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall, Nocton Credit: Stephen Richards

Abbey Hill, located in Lincolnshire, England, is a prominent hill that stands at an elevation of approximately 102 meters (335 feet) above sea level. Situated in the northern part of the county, it offers a picturesque view of the surrounding landscape. The hill takes its name from the nearby Kirkstead Abbey ruins, a historic site that was once home to a medieval Cistercian monastery.

Abbey Hill is known for its gentle slopes and lush greenery, making it a popular destination for local hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a tranquil retreat. The area surrounding the hill is predominantly agricultural, characterized by rolling fields and pastoral landscapes.

At the summit of Abbey Hill, visitors can enjoy panoramic views that stretch across the Lincolnshire countryside, with glimpses of nearby towns and villages nestled in the distance. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the Lincoln Cathedral spires, which stand out majestically against the skyline.

The hill is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, with well-maintained paths and trails leading to the top. For those seeking a longer hike, Abbey Hill is also a part of the Viking Way, a long-distance footpath that stretches for 147 miles across Lincolnshire.

Overall, Abbey Hill offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Lincolnshire countryside while taking in breathtaking views from its summit.

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Abbey Hill Images

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Nocton Hall, Nocton Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/362301">TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front</a>. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall, Nocton
Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
18-21 Main Road, Nocton Distinctive Gothic estate cottages by George Gilbert Scott, c1860. Grade II listed.
18-21 Main Road, Nocton
Distinctive Gothic estate cottages by George Gilbert Scott, c1860. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall The shell of the hall with its high security barricade
Nocton Hall
The shell of the hall with its high security barricade
Drain and Track, Potterhanworth Fen Potterhanworth Wood in the distance.
Drain and Track, Potterhanworth Fen
Potterhanworth Wood in the distance.
Track to Potterhanworth Fen
Track to Potterhanworth Fen
Bottom Lodge to Nocton Hall, The Bridleway, Nocton
Bottom Lodge to Nocton Hall, The Bridleway, Nocton
Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire Architect William Shearburn.  Built for 1st Earl of Ripon 1841.  Gutted by fire 24.10.04.
Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire
Architect William Shearburn. Built for 1st Earl of Ripon 1841. Gutted by fire 24.10.04.
All Saints, Nocton. Built 1860-65 for the Countess of Ripon.  Architect, Sir George Gilbert Scott.
All Saints, Nocton.
Built 1860-65 for the Countess of Ripon. Architect, Sir George Gilbert Scott.
Medieval Fishponds Looking west towards Top Barff wood on the right. Undulations in these fields mark the site of the medieval fishponds for Nocton Park Priory.
Medieval Fishponds
Looking west towards Top Barff wood on the right. Undulations in these fields mark the site of the medieval fishponds for Nocton Park Priory.
Abbey Hill Site of Nocton Park Priory, founded c1150 for Augustinian Canons
Abbey Hill
Site of Nocton Park Priory, founded c1150 for Augustinian Canons
Carr Dyke Drainage of the fens was started by the Romans - this is part of Carr Dyke
Carr Dyke
Drainage of the fens was started by the Romans - this is part of Carr Dyke
Wasps Nest The isolated rural community of Wasps Nest on Nocton Fen
Wasps Nest
The isolated rural community of Wasps Nest on Nocton Fen
Wooden carving on Carr Dyke at top of Nocton Delph, looking east on the edge of Nocton Wood
Wooden carving on Carr Dyke at top of Nocton Delph, looking east
on the edge of Nocton Wood
Looking NE alongside Nocton Wood RUPP / Bridleway
Looking NE alongside Nocton Wood
RUPP / Bridleway
Metheringham Fen Looking northwest to the raised ground of Nocton Wood
Metheringham Fen
Looking northwest to the raised ground of Nocton Wood
All Saints' church, Nocton Huge Victorian church built in 1862 by celebrated architect Sir George Gilbert Scott for the Countess of Ripon. It has a sumptuous interior and is arguably the best Victorian church in Lincolnshire.
All Saints' church, Nocton
Huge Victorian church built in 1862 by celebrated architect Sir George Gilbert Scott for the Countess of Ripon. It has a sumptuous interior and is arguably the best Victorian church in Lincolnshire.
Gate between church & hall Down a dark & gloomy tunnel of yews opposite the church is this gateway to Nocton Hall
Gate between church & hall
Down a dark & gloomy tunnel of yews opposite the church is this gateway to Nocton Hall
Nocton Wood Nocton Wood as seen from an unclassified road running to the South.
Nocton Wood
Nocton Wood as seen from an unclassified road running to the South.
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Abbey Hill is located at Grid Ref: TF0764 (Lat: 53.169338, Lng: -0.38961104)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.169338,-0.38961104
Wasps Nest
Place: hamlet
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.1695902/-0.3822872
Nocton Park Priory
End Date: 1536
Historic: monastery
Historic Amenity: place_of_worship
Source: Bing
Start Date: early C12
Lat/Long: 53.1691523/-0.3892567
Abbey Hill
Place: locality
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Lat/Long: 53.1682922/-0.3891769
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Man Made: telephone_box
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.1696626/-0.3859969
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Lat/Long: 53.1696272/-0.3859325
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