Slonk Hill

Hill, Mountain in Sussex Adur

England

Slonk Hill

Church of St Michael and All Angels Largely built in the 12th/13th Centuries, with major rebuilding in the 19th and 20th Centuries, the latter in the late 1940s due to an unexpolded bomb Grade II* listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1353751?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1353751?section=official-listing">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>. The lychgate dates from 1908. — Church of St Michael and All Angels Credit: Ian Capper

Slonk Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Sussex, England. Situated near the town of Shoreham-by-Sea, it is a small hill with an elevation of approximately 60 meters (200 feet) above sea level. Despite its modest height, Slonk Hill offers a commanding view of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel.

The hill is a part of the South Downs, a range of chalk hills that stretches across southern England. Slonk Hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and grassy terrain, making it a popular spot for walking, picnicking, and enjoying the natural beauty of the area. The site is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, insects, and small mammals.

One notable feature of Slonk Hill is the presence of an Iron Age hillfort, known as Slonk Hill Camp. This ancient fortification is believed to have been constructed around 2,500 years ago and demonstrates the area's historical significance. Archaeological excavations have revealed evidence of human occupation, including pottery fragments and tools, providing valuable insights into the region's past.

Slonk Hill is easily accessible for visitors, with designated footpaths and trails leading to its summit. It is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Sussex countryside and the nearby towns of Shoreham-by-Sea and Brighton. Whether exploring its ancient history or simply taking in the scenic landscape, Slonk Hill offers a delightful experience for all who visit.

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Church of St Michael and All Angels Largely built in the 12th/13th Centuries, with major rebuilding in the 19th and 20th Centuries, the latter in the late 1940s due to an unexpolded bomb Grade II* listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1353751?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1353751?section=official-listing">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>. The lychgate dates from 1908.

Church of St Michael and All Angels

Largely built in the 12th/13th Centuries, with major rebuilding in the 19th and 20th Centuries, the latter in the late 1940s due to an unexpolded bomb Grade II* listed - see Link

. The lychgate dates from 1908.

Oldfield Crescent 1930s housing off Church Lane.

Oldfield Crescent

1930s housing off Church Lane.

Church Lane 1930s housing in Church Lane.

Church Lane

1930s housing in Church Lane.

Paddock A horse feeding in a paddock off the A283 near Old Shoreham, with Lancing College in the left background.

Paddock

A horse feeding in a paddock off the A283 near Old Shoreham, with Lancing College in the left background.

Artwork Artwork alongside the Downs Link cycle/foot trail, with Old Shoreham Bridge across the River Adur in the background.

Artwork

Artwork alongside the Downs Link cycle/foot trail, with Old Shoreham Bridge across the River Adur in the background.

Old Shoreham Bridge Bridge over the River Adur near Old Shoreham, now a foot/cycle bridge. Originally built in 1781, it was rebuilt to the same design during the First World War. Until 1970 it formed part of the A27, with a toll for its use, until relieved by the opening of the Shoreham bypass, with a new viaduct over the river around 300m north of the old bridge. It was then closed to road traffic and made a bridleway. It underwent a full restoration in 2008. Grade II* listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027895?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1027895?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>.

In the background is Lancing College.

Old Shoreham Bridge

Bridge over the River Adur near Old Shoreham, now a foot/cycle bridge. Originally built in 1781, it was rebuilt to the same design during the First World War. Until 1970 it formed part of the A27, with a toll for its use, until relieved by the opening of the Shoreham bypass, with a new viaduct over the river around 300m north of the old bridge. It was then closed to road traffic and made a bridleway. It underwent a full restoration in 2008. Grade II* listed - see Link

. In the background is Lancing College.

Linemans View Part of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2005.

Linemans View

Part of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2005.

Linemans View and Marline Court Parts of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2005 and 2006 respectively.

Linemans View and Marline Court

Parts of the Ropetackle development overlooking the River Adur, completed in 2005 and 2006 respectively.

River Adur Looking across the River Adur towards the viaduct carrying the West Coastway railway over the river, with Ringed Plover Apartments in Salt Marsh Road beyond.

River Adur

Looking across the River Adur towards the viaduct carrying the West Coastway railway over the river, with Ringed Plover Apartments in Salt Marsh Road beyond.

Adur Ferry Bridge Footbridge over the River Adur, connecting the main part of Shoreham with Shoreham Beach. Built in 2013, it replaced a previous one dating from 1921. The central section is a swingbridge, allowing boats to access the next section of the river.

Adur Ferry Bridge

Footbridge over the River Adur, connecting the main part of Shoreham with Shoreham Beach. Built in 2013, it replaced a previous one dating from 1921. The central section is a swingbridge, allowing boats to access the next section of the river.

River Adur shoreline The shoreline of the River Adur, with buildings in High Street on the right.

River Adur shoreline

The shoreline of the River Adur, with buildings in High Street on the right.

Sussex Yacht Club The clubhouse of Sussex Yacht Club on the banks of the River Adur, completed in 2021. In the left background is the tower of St Mary&#039;s Church.

Sussex Yacht Club

The clubhouse of Sussex Yacht Club on the banks of the River Adur, completed in 2021. In the left background is the tower of St Mary's Church.

Mariner Point Apartment development on the banks of the River Adur, completed in around 2020.

Mariner Point

Apartment development on the banks of the River Adur, completed in around 2020.

River Adur shoreline Boats moored alongside the River Adur at Shoreham Beach. The former car ferry in the background, The Shieldsman, originally operated across the River Tyne between North and South Shields from 1976 until retired in 2007, and like many of the boats along this stretch of the river has now been converted into a houseboat.

River Adur shoreline

Boats moored alongside the River Adur at Shoreham Beach. The former car ferry in the background, The Shieldsman, originally operated across the River Tyne between North and South Shields from 1976 until retired in 2007, and like many of the boats along this stretch of the river has now been converted into a houseboat.

Adur Ferry Bridge Footbridge over the River Adur, connecting the main part of Shoreham with Shoreham Beach. Built in 2013, it replaced a previous one dating from 1921. The central section is a swingbridge, allowing boats to access the next section of the river. In the background is the tower of St Mary&#039;s Church.

Adur Ferry Bridge

Footbridge over the River Adur, connecting the main part of Shoreham with Shoreham Beach. Built in 2013, it replaced a previous one dating from 1921. The central section is a swingbridge, allowing boats to access the next section of the river. In the background is the tower of St Mary's Church.

River Adur Boats moored alongside the River Adur at Shoreham Beach. In the background is Mariner Point, an apartment development completed in around 2020.

River Adur

Boats moored alongside the River Adur at Shoreham Beach. In the background is Mariner Point, an apartment development completed in around 2020.

River Adur Looking up the River Adur, with buildings in High Street on the right.

River Adur

Looking up the River Adur, with buildings in High Street on the right.

Fence and bushes - SW of Mossy Bottom Barn This is a cross-grid shot. The camera was in the square to the east.

Fence and bushes - SW of Mossy Bottom Barn

This is a cross-grid shot. The camera was in the square to the east.

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Slonk Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ2206 (Lat: 50.846616, Lng: -0.26172411)

Administrative County: West Sussex

District: Adur

Police Authority: Sussex

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