Cockshot Hill

Hill, Mountain in Middlesex Hertsmere

England

Cockshot Hill

About to join the M25 from the A111
About to join the M25 from the A111 Credit: Rob Purvis

Cockshot Hill is a geographical feature located in Middlesex, England. It is classified as a hill rather than a mountain, as it does not meet the necessary height criteria for mountain classification. Situated in the southeastern part of the county, Cockshot Hill is part of the broader Chiltern Hills, a range known for its natural beauty and rolling landscapes.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 123 meters (404 feet) above sea level, Cockshot Hill offers commanding views of the surrounding countryside. It is characterized by gentle slopes covered with lush greenery, including a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees. The hill is traversed by narrow country lanes and footpaths, making it a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts.

Cockshot Hill is also notable for its historical significance. The area has been inhabited since ancient times, with evidence of Bronze Age settlements discovered nearby. It is believed that the hill was named after the Cockshot family, who were local landowners in the medieval period. Today, remnants of their estate can still be found in the form of a few scattered cottages and farmhouses.

Overall, Cockshot Hill is an idyllic and picturesque location that showcases the natural beauty of Middlesex. Its accessibility, coupled with its historical and scenic charm, make it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the tranquility and stunning vistas that this hill has to offer.

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Cockshot Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.675887/-0.18372932 or Grid Reference TQ2599. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

About to join the M25 from the A111
About to join the M25 from the A111
Potty's car park on Barnet Road, Potters Bar Potty's is on the corner of the road and is a pancake house.
Potty's car park on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Potty's is on the corner of the road and is a pancake house.
M25 near to Potters Bar Officially named the London Orbital and frequently derided as nothing more than a very big car park, the M25 is a 117-mile orbital motorway that encircles London; one of the world's biggest ring roads (Europe's second longest orbital road after the Berliner Ring, which is 122 miles). It is not, however, a continuous loop of motorway as the Dartford Crossing section (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames and its approach roads are designated as the A282. 

Constructed between 1975 and 1986, the M25 is reputedly the most expensive motorway Britain ever built, costing a total of £909m or roughly £7.5m per mile, but at the time of its planning, the demand for the road was considerably underestimated so that when it was finally completed in 1986, it was already out of date. Demand outstripped capacity within a few years and ever since then it's been very heavily congested. 

The M25 is one of the UK’s busiest motorways, carrying up to 200,000 vehicles and 10,000 HGVs per day (AADT - Annual Average Daily Traffic flow) on the section near to Heathrow Airport. Since its opening in the 1980s, the southern, western and eastern sections have been widened to largely dual four lane (D4M) standard, but much of the motorway retains its dual three lane road (D3M) cross-section as originally built. 

The M25 was home to England's first Variable Speed Limits on motorways between the A3 and M4 in the early 1990s.

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M25 near to Potters Bar
Officially named the London Orbital and frequently derided as nothing more than a very big car park, the M25 is a 117-mile orbital motorway that encircles London; one of the world's biggest ring roads (Europe's second longest orbital road after the Berliner Ring, which is 122 miles). It is not, however, a continuous loop of motorway as the Dartford Crossing section (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames and its approach roads are designated as the A282. Constructed between 1975 and 1986, the M25 is reputedly the most expensive motorway Britain ever built, costing a total of £909m or roughly £7.5m per mile, but at the time of its planning, the demand for the road was considerably underestimated so that when it was finally completed in 1986, it was already out of date. Demand outstripped capacity within a few years and ever since then it's been very heavily congested. The M25 is one of the UK’s busiest motorways, carrying up to 200,000 vehicles and 10,000 HGVs per day (AADT - Annual Average Daily Traffic flow) on the section near to Heathrow Airport. Since its opening in the 1980s, the southern, western and eastern sections have been widened to largely dual four lane (D4M) standard, but much of the motorway retains its dual three lane road (D3M) cross-section as originally built. The M25 was home to England's first Variable Speed Limits on motorways between the A3 and M4 in the early 1990s. LinkExternal link cbrd LinkExternal link SABRE
M25 at Junction 24 (Potters Bar) Officially named the London Orbital and frequently derided as nothing more than a very big car park, the M25 is a 117-mile orbital motorway that encircles London; one of the world's biggest ring roads (Europe's second longest orbital road after the Berliner Ring, which is 122 miles). It is not, however, a continuous loop of motorway as the Dartford Crossing section (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames and its approach roads are designated as the A282. 

Constructed between 1975 and 1986, the M25 is reputedly the most expensive motorway Britain ever built, costing a total of £909m or roughly £7.5m per mile, but at the time of its planning, the demand for the road was considerably underestimated so that when it was finally completed in 1986, it was already out of date. Demand outstripped capacity within a few years and ever since then it's been very heavily congested. 

The M25 is one of the UK’s busiest motorways, carrying up to 200,000 vehicles and 10,000 HGVs per day (AADT - Annual Average Daily Traffic flow) on the section near to Heathrow Airport. Since its opening in the 1980s, the southern, western and eastern sections have been widened to largely dual four lane (D4M) standard, but much of the motorway retains its dual three lane road (D3M) cross-section as originally built. 

The M25 was home to England's first Variable Speed Limits on motorways between the A3 and M4 in the early 1990s.

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M25 at Junction 24 (Potters Bar)
Officially named the London Orbital and frequently derided as nothing more than a very big car park, the M25 is a 117-mile orbital motorway that encircles London; one of the world's biggest ring roads (Europe's second longest orbital road after the Berliner Ring, which is 122 miles). It is not, however, a continuous loop of motorway as the Dartford Crossing section (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames and its approach roads are designated as the A282. Constructed between 1975 and 1986, the M25 is reputedly the most expensive motorway Britain ever built, costing a total of £909m or roughly £7.5m per mile, but at the time of its planning, the demand for the road was considerably underestimated so that when it was finally completed in 1986, it was already out of date. Demand outstripped capacity within a few years and ever since then it's been very heavily congested. The M25 is one of the UK’s busiest motorways, carrying up to 200,000 vehicles and 10,000 HGVs per day (AADT - Annual Average Daily Traffic flow) on the section near to Heathrow Airport. Since its opening in the 1980s, the southern, western and eastern sections have been widened to largely dual four lane (D4M) standard, but much of the motorway retains its dual three lane road (D3M) cross-section as originally built. The M25 was home to England's first Variable Speed Limits on motorways between the A3 and M4 in the early 1990s. LinkExternal link cbrd LinkExternal link SABRE
Potters Bar Garage This was previously Dynastart
Potters Bar Garage
This was previously Dynastart
Petrol station on Barnet Road, Potters Bar It appears the price numbers flash faster than the camera exposure, so at any point in time only some are illuminated.
Petrol station on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
It appears the price numbers flash faster than the camera exposure, so at any point in time only some are illuminated.
Converted shop on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Converted shop on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Office block on Mutton Lane, Potters Bar This is currently occupied by Canada Life
Office block on Mutton Lane, Potters Bar
This is currently occupied by Canada Life
M25 slip road at junction 24 Leading up to a roundabout on the A111, giving access to Potters Bar and Hadley Wood.
M25 slip road at junction 24
Leading up to a roundabout on the A111, giving access to Potters Bar and Hadley Wood.
Farmland towards the M25 Motorway
Farmland towards the M25 Motorway
The Ridgeway (A1005) Heading west towards Junction 24,  M25 Motorway.
The Ridgeway (A1005)
Heading west towards Junction 24, M25 Motorway.
M25 Motorway, Junction 24,   Looking south west from the bridge on the A111.
M25 Motorway, Junction 24,
Looking south west from the bridge on the A111.
Bus stop and shelter on Southgate Road (A111) Looking north west.
Bus stop and shelter on Southgate Road (A111)
Looking north west.
Shops on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Shops on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Barnet Road, Potters Bar Looking south on the A1000.
Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Looking south on the A1000.
Shops on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Shops on Barnet Road, Potters Bar
Maple House, Potters Bar Office block off the B556.
Maple House, Potters Bar
Office block off the B556.
Fire Station, Potters Bar On Mutton Lane.
Fire Station, Potters Bar
On Mutton Lane.
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Cockshot Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ2599 (Lat: 51.675887, Lng: -0.18372932)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Hertsmere

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.675887,-0.18372932
Bus Stop
Oakgate Cottages
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Bus Stop
Wagon Road
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Bus Stop
Wagon Road
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Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
Oakgate Cottages
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Lat/Long: 51.6773954/-0.1891276
Crossing
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Crossing: unmarked
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Lat/Long: 51.679224/-0.1874943
Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 51.679632/-0.1872215
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.6796742/-0.187187
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 51.6794928/-0.1871129
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 51.6796074/-0.1872416
Ganwick Corner
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 51.6795629/-0.1871156
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