Deacon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Bedfordshire

England

Deacon Hill

School Lane, Little Offley It was a very busy Sunday afternoon considering, with lots of walkers out for the nice weather in proper gear. They were all parked up along the road (and quite a few nearby) changing by the roadside.
School Lane, Little Offley Credit: David Howard

Deacon Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is classified as a hill, rather than a mountain, due to its relatively modest elevation. Rising to a height of approximately 230 meters (750 feet), Deacon Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Situated near the village of Shillington, Deacon Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and lush greenery, making it an ideal spot for hiking, walking, and picnicking. The well-maintained trails that wind their way up the hill provide visitors with the opportunity to explore its diverse flora and fauna.

At the summit of Deacon Hill, visitors are rewarded with stunning vistas that stretch for miles in every direction. On clear days, it is possible to see the nearby towns and villages of Bedfordshire, as well as the sprawling countryside beyond. The hill's strategic location also offers a commanding view of the surrounding farmland, with its patchwork of fields and hedgerows.

Deacon Hill has a rich history and is believed to have been inhabited since ancient times. Archaeological finds in the area suggest that it may have been used for ceremonial purposes by early settlers. Today, the hill remains an important historical and cultural landmark, attracting visitors from near and far who come to appreciate its natural beauty and tranquility.

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Deacon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.954601/-0.36384477 or Grid Reference TL1229. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

School Lane, Little Offley It was a very busy Sunday afternoon considering, with lots of walkers out for the nice weather in proper gear. They were all parked up along the road (and quite a few nearby) changing by the roadside.
School Lane, Little Offley
It was a very busy Sunday afternoon considering, with lots of walkers out for the nice weather in proper gear. They were all parked up along the road (and quite a few nearby) changing by the roadside.
Path in Little Offley
Path in Little Offley
Path in Little Offley
Path in Little Offley
Dry valley at Pegsdon Hills
Dry valley at Pegsdon Hills
View over dry valley at Pegsdon Hills
View over dry valley at Pegsdon Hills
Valley and woodland, Pegsdon Hills
Valley and woodland, Pegsdon Hills
View towards Pegsdon from Deacon Hill
View towards Pegsdon from Deacon Hill
On the summit of Deacon Hill
On the summit of Deacon Hill
Approaching the summit of Deacon Hill
Approaching the summit of Deacon Hill
Dry valley at Pegsdon Hills
Dry valley at Pegsdon Hills
Chiltern Way heading down to the Hitchin Road
Chiltern Way heading down to the Hitchin Road
Pegsdon arable weed reserve
Pegsdon arable weed reserve
Gate on Chiltern Way heading up Noon Hill
Gate on Chiltern Way heading up Noon Hill
Earthworks by the Icknield Way
Earthworks by the Icknield Way
Icknield Way going west
Icknield Way going west
Bridleway leaving the woods and heading for Lilley Hoo
Bridleway leaving the woods and heading for Lilley Hoo
Bridleway going into the woods to join the Icknield Way
Bridleway going into the woods to join the Icknield Way
Bench with a view of the Pagsdon Hills
Bench with a view of the Pagsdon Hills
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Deacon Hill is located at Grid Ref: TL1229 (Lat: 51.954601, Lng: -0.36384477)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.954601,-0.36384477
Deacon Hill
Ele: 172
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q24662462
Lat/Long: 51.9552809/-0.3630591
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9545894/-0.3595825
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: designated
Lat/Long: 51.9545587/-0.3595034
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9550662/-0.360244
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9571226/-0.3663539
Deacon Hill
Man Made: survey_point
Lat/Long: 51.9554769/-0.3628529
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.9527443/-0.3664379
Board Type: nature
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.9546265/-0.3596319
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.9550436/-0.3602098
Archaeological Site: fortification
Fortification Type: hill_fort
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 51.9555082/-0.3624204
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Source: GPS, observation
Lat/Long: 51.9556305/-0.3698766
Note: just a fence here, no stile or other obvious crossing point
Lat/Long: 51.9565677/-0.3665923
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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