Broomfield Hill

Hill, Mountain in Surrey

England

Broomfield Hill

Pen Ponds in Richmond Park Sun through the trees around Pen Ponds. — Pen Ponds in Richmond Park Credit: Bob Walters

Broomfield Hill is a prominent hill located in Surrey, England. Situated within Richmond Park, it forms part of the larger Richmond Hill ridge, which offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. The hill rises to an elevation of approximately 400 feet (122 meters) above sea level, making it a notable landmark in the region.

Covered in lush grass and scattered with tall trees, Broomfield Hill presents a picturesque landscape that attracts both locals and tourists. The hill is particularly renowned for its vibrant display of bluebells during the spring, creating a carpet of color that enhances its natural beauty.

Richmond Park, where Broomfield Hill is situated, is a designated National Nature Reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest. This protected status ensures the preservation of the hill's diverse flora and fauna, including a variety of wildflowers, deer, and numerous bird species.

Visitors to Broomfield Hill can enjoy leisurely walks along well-maintained paths that wind their way up the hill, providing breathtaking views of the park and the surrounding countryside. The hill's strategic location offers unobstructed vistas of the River Thames, the city of London, and even the distant hills of Kent on clear days.

Broomfield Hill is easily accessible, with several entrances to Richmond Park providing convenient access points. Whether it's a peaceful stroll, a family picnic, or a spot for wildlife observation, Broomfield Hill offers an idyllic setting for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape from the bustling city nearby.

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Pen Ponds in Richmond Park

Sun through the trees around Pen Ponds.

Bob Walters

Ladderstile Gate Lodge

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Water trough, Ladderstile Gate

The Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association was founded in 1859 initially to provide clean drinking water in public places for people in London, but soon extended to include animals and also outside London itself. It is still active (now known as The Drinking Fountain Association), with the objectives of: • The promotion of the provision of drinking water for people and animals in the United Kingdom and Overseas • The preservation of the Association's archive materials, artefacts, drinking fountains, cattle troughs and other installations. For full details of its history, see Link

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Richmond Park

Richmond Park is a 2,360 acre (3.69 sq mi) park within London. It is the largest of the Royal Parks in London and Britain's second largest urban walled park after Sutton Park, Birmingham. It is close to Richmond, Ham, Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Roehampton and East Sheen. The park is famous for its red and fallow deer, which number over six hundred. The park is a National Nature Reserve. There is access to the park through several gates and many footpaths cross the park. Website & map: Link

Wikipedia: Link

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