Limlow Hill

Hill, Mountain in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Limlow Hill

Layby on the A505 Close to the Kings Ride.
Layby on the A505 Credit: Mr Ignavy

Limlow Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Cambridgeshire, England. Despite being referred to as a hill, it is more accurately described as a gentle rise in the landscape rather than a true mountainous formation. Situated in the southeastern region of the county, Limlow Hill is part of the wider undulating terrain that characterizes this area.

With an elevation of approximately 40 meters (131 feet), Limlow Hill offers picturesque views of the surrounding Cambridgeshire countryside. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, primarily consisting of grasses and small shrubs. The slopes are gentle and easily accessible, making it a popular spot for leisurely walks and picnics.

Limlow Hill forms part of a network of rolling hills and ridges that stretch across the region, creating a diverse landscape of agricultural fields, meadows, and woodlands. The area surrounding the hill is predominantly rural, with scattered farms and small villages dotting the countryside.

The hill's location also provides an ideal vantage point for birdwatching enthusiasts, as it offers an unobstructed view of the sky and the chance to spot a variety of bird species. Additionally, the hill is home to a range of wildlife, including rabbits, foxes, and various species of birds and insects.

Overall, Limlow Hill is a beautiful and tranquil location, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Cambridgeshire countryside and enjoy the peacefulness of the surrounding landscape.

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Limlow Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.058487/-0.072268043 or Grid Reference TL3241. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Layby on the A505 Close to the Kings Ride.
Layby on the A505
Close to the Kings Ride.
Farmland, Cambridgeshire
Farmland, Cambridgeshire
A flat landscape
A flat landscape
Flat landscape
Flat landscape
Trees along the A505 The A505 runs 50 miles from Great Abington to Leighton Buzzard.
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Trees along the A505
The A505 runs 50 miles from Great Abington to Leighton Buzzard. LinkExternal link
Extensive arable land
Extensive arable land
Cambridgeshire prairie
Cambridgeshire prairie
Litlington, St Catherine <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/litlington.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.druidic.org/camchurch/churches/litlington.htm">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>
Litlington, St Catherine
Roundabout at the west end of the Royston bypass Not only the roundabout (to the left of the picture, but to the right, a Little Chef (other cafe chains are available)).
Roundabout at the west end of the Royston bypass
Not only the roundabout (to the left of the picture, but to the right, a Little Chef (other cafe chains are available)).
Conservation Walks The sign shows where there are conservation walks in and around Morden Grange Farm.
Conservation Walks
The sign shows where there are conservation walks in and around Morden Grange Farm.
Icknield Way The Icknield Way is unique among long distance tracks because it can claim to be "the oldest road in Britain". Extending from Ivinghoe Beacon in Buckinghamshire to Knettishall Heath in Norfolk, it consists of prehistoric pathways, ancient when the Romans came.
Icknield Way
The Icknield Way is unique among long distance tracks because it can claim to be "the oldest road in Britain". Extending from Ivinghoe Beacon in Buckinghamshire to Knettishall Heath in Norfolk, it consists of prehistoric pathways, ancient when the Romans came.
Litlington, Cambridgeshire Litlington is a small village to the east of Ashwell.
Litlington, Cambridgeshire
Litlington is a small village to the east of Ashwell.
Level crossing near Highfield farm An interesting Alfa Romeo car on the level crossing.
Level crossing near Highfield farm
An interesting Alfa Romeo car on the level crossing.
Blocked field gate
Blocked field gate
South on road near Highfield Cottages
South on road near Highfield Cottages
The Icknield Way near Litlington
The Icknield Way near Litlington
Looking towards Limlow Hill
Looking towards Limlow Hill
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Limlow Hill is located at Grid Ref: TL3241 (Lat: 52.058487, Lng: -0.072268043)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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