Bright's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Hertfordshire East Hertfordshire

England

Bright's Hill

Angry skies, Widow Bushes near Stapleford
Angry skies, Widow Bushes near Stapleford Credit: Colin Park

Bright's Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated in the eastern part of the county, this hill is part of the Chiltern Hills, a range known for its outstanding natural beauty. With an elevation of approximately 210 meters (690 feet), Bright's Hill is among the highest points in Hertfordshire, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is covered in lush greenery, predominantly characterized by dense woodland, interspersed with open grassland. The diverse vegetation supports a rich array of wildlife, making Bright's Hill a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The hilltop is accessible via well-maintained footpaths, providing an enjoyable and rewarding trek for visitors.

The area surrounding Bright's Hill is steeped in history, with archaeological evidence suggesting human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. The hill's strategic location has made it a site of interest throughout history, with evidence of Iron Age and Roman settlements in the vicinity.

Today, Bright's Hill is a protected area, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), due to its ecological significance and historical importance. It is managed by local authorities and conservation organizations to preserve its natural beauty and cultural heritage.

In addition to its natural and historical appeal, Bright's Hill also serves as a recreational space, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, picnicking, and birdwatching. Its tranquil surroundings and stunning vistas make it an idyllic spot for visitors seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

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Bright's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.836347/-0.12782698 or Grid Reference TL2916. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Angry skies, Widow Bushes near Stapleford
Angry skies, Widow Bushes near Stapleford
Bramfield Village Looking north from the village church.
Bramfield Village
Looking north from the village church.
Bluebells in Row Wood
Bluebells in Row Wood
Hazeldell Wood Sally & I were out for a walk to celebrate Beltane and the arrival of Spring. The woods were beautiful. There was a carpet of bluebells in almost every one.
Hazeldell Wood
Sally & I were out for a walk to celebrate Beltane and the arrival of Spring. The woods were beautiful. There was a carpet of bluebells in almost every one.
Bramfield Shelter Built 2 June 1953 to commemorate Queen Elizabeth's Coronation it was originally the village well house.
Bramfield Shelter
Built 2 June 1953 to commemorate Queen Elizabeth's Coronation it was originally the village well house.
Bramfield Village Post Office A rare sight these days, a working, village post office and store.
Bramfield Village Post Office
A rare sight these days, a working, village post office and store.
Bramfieldbury This house may be on the site of the dwelling-house said to have been built by Robert Ware, bursar of St. Albans, at Bramfield. It is generally called Bramfieldbury or Nancy Bury.
Bramfieldbury
This house may be on the site of the dwelling-house said to have been built by Robert Ware, bursar of St. Albans, at Bramfield. It is generally called Bramfieldbury or Nancy Bury.
Greenhill This house stands just to the south of Bramfield Woods.
It is the only house in this grid-square apart from the Lodge-house at the end of the drive.
Greenhill
This house stands just to the south of Bramfield Woods. It is the only house in this grid-square apart from the Lodge-house at the end of the drive.
Great Gobions Farm Entrance to the farm.  The track to the right is a public bridleway.
Great Gobions Farm
Entrance to the farm. The track to the right is a public bridleway.
Conservation Walks Marker Post marking the route and showing a map of a local conservation walk.  The section it is indicating does not appear as a footpath on the OS map.
Conservation Walks Marker
Post marking the route and showing a map of a local conservation walk. The section it is indicating does not appear as a footpath on the OS map.
Chapel Wood Looking across farmland from the Watton to Datchworth road.  Chapel Wood conceals ancient earthworks.
Chapel Wood
Looking across farmland from the Watton to Datchworth road. Chapel Wood conceals ancient earthworks.
Footpath to Govers Green From Rivershill Green, a footpath winds through the trees from Watton Road (an old Roman route) towards Govers Green.
Footpath to Govers Green
From Rivershill Green, a footpath winds through the trees from Watton Road (an old Roman route) towards Govers Green.
Towards Raffin Green Looking across the farmland from the Watton Road at Rivershill Green.  In the distance is Raffin Green Farm.
Towards Raffin Green
Looking across the farmland from the Watton Road at Rivershill Green. In the distance is Raffin Green Farm.
Veteran Hornbeam Pollard along old green lane Veteran trees like this provide a really important wildlife habitat.
Veteran Hornbeam Pollard along old green lane
Veteran trees like this provide a really important wildlife habitat.
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts - Label head
St Andrew, Bramfield, Herts - Label head
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Bright's Hill is located at Grid Ref: TL2916 (Lat: 51.836347, Lng: -0.12782698)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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