Botley Hill

Hill, Mountain in Surrey Tandridge

England

Botley Hill

Radio masts and reservoir A familiar sight when driving south out of Warlingham down towards Oxted. The ridge of the North Downs has numerous radio masts, dating back to WWII.
Radio masts and reservoir Credit: Nigel Freeman

Botley Hill is a prominent hill located in Surrey, England. Situated within the North Downs, it is part of the larger Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With an elevation of approximately 269 meters (883 feet), Botley Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is covered in lush greenery, featuring a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and wildflowers. It is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers, who are drawn to its picturesque beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

At the summit of Botley Hill, visitors can find a trig point, which serves as a marker for Ordnance Survey mapping. This spot offers breathtaking vistas of the rolling hills, valleys, and woodlands that stretch across the Surrey countryside. On clear days, it is even possible to see as far as the South Downs and the distant London skyline.

Botley Hill is surrounded by a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area further. The North Downs Way, a long-distance footpath that runs from Farnham to Dover, passes through the hill, providing opportunities for longer hikes and exploration.

In addition to its natural beauty, Botley Hill is also home to a quaint country pub, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for locals and tourists alike. The pub serves a range of delicious food and drinks, providing a perfect spot to relax and refuel after a day of exploring the hill and its surroundings.

Overall, Botley Hill in Surrey is a breathtaking natural gem, offering stunning views, serene landscapes, and a touch of rustic charm.

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Botley Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.276659/-0.005483695 or Grid Reference TQ3954. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Radio masts and reservoir A familiar sight when driving south out of Warlingham down towards Oxted. The ridge of the North Downs has numerous radio masts, dating back to WWII.
Radio masts and reservoir
A familiar sight when driving south out of Warlingham down towards Oxted. The ridge of the North Downs has numerous radio masts, dating back to WWII.
Railway Bridge, near Oxted A railway bridge where the road passes under the railway on the approach to Oxted
Railway Bridge, near Oxted
A railway bridge where the road passes under the railway on the approach to Oxted
Hay Fields with the North Downs in the background The hay has been collected ready for storage.  In the background a quarry can be seen cutting into the North Downs.
Hay Fields with the North Downs in the background
The hay has been collected ready for storage. In the background a quarry can be seen cutting into the North Downs.
Quarry, looking down from the top Looking down from the edge of the quarry that occupies much of this square.
Quarry, looking down from the top
Looking down from the edge of the quarry that occupies much of this square.
North Downs Golf Course This seat commands a good view of several of the greens on the North Downs Golf Course
North Downs Golf Course
This seat commands a good view of several of the greens on the North Downs Golf Course
Botley Hill Farmhouse Public House A tea-room back in the 80s, but now a pub offering a range of entertainments.
Botley Hill Farmhouse Public House
A tea-room back in the 80s, but now a pub offering a range of entertainments.
Cheverells Farm Cottages, Croydon Road, Warlingham, CR6
Cheverells Farm Cottages, Croydon Road, Warlingham, CR6
Looking northwest from Croydon Road, CR6
Looking northwest from Croydon Road, CR6
Botley Hill junction of B269 and B2024, CR6 Looking west from B2024 Clarks Lane. The B269 goes down Titsey Hill to the left, and, as Croydon Road, northwest towards Warlingham.
Botley Hill junction of B269 and B2024, CR6
Looking west from B2024 Clarks Lane. The B269 goes down Titsey Hill to the left, and, as Croydon Road, northwest towards Warlingham.
Radio aerials and water reservoir The Woldingham Water Reservoir is a landmark from all around.
Radio aerials and water reservoir
The Woldingham Water Reservoir is a landmark from all around.
Narrow steep road past the quarry The road allows you to descend from the north Downs at Woldingham to Oxted
Narrow steep road past the quarry
The road allows you to descend from the north Downs at Woldingham to Oxted
St. Mary the Virgin, Oxted and Cemetery St. Mary's, Oxted was built in stages, with the earliest section being built over 900 years ago.  It has quite a large cemetery, pictured here.
St. Mary the Virgin, Oxted and Cemetery
St. Mary's, Oxted was built in stages, with the earliest section being built over 900 years ago. It has quite a large cemetery, pictured here.
St. Marys Church, Oxted Taken from the entrance of the cemetery and the path that leads to the corn field. If you cross the field you come to Barrow Green Road and Chalkpit Lane.
St. Marys Church, Oxted
Taken from the entrance of the cemetery and the path that leads to the corn field. If you cross the field you come to Barrow Green Road and Chalkpit Lane.
St Mary's Church, Oxted Taken with cemetery behind and Master Park to my right
St Mary's Church, Oxted
Taken with cemetery behind and Master Park to my right
Railway bridge Railway bridge over the road leaving Oxted travelling north.
Railway bridge
Railway bridge over the road leaving Oxted travelling north.
Railway Bridge, Bluehouse Lane Bluehouse Lane Oxted, with a dip in the road under the railway bridge to increase the clearance for vehicles under the bridge; Oxted Station Approach is to the right - before the bridge.
Railway Bridge, Bluehouse Lane
Bluehouse Lane Oxted, with a dip in the road under the railway bridge to increase the clearance for vehicles under the bridge; Oxted Station Approach is to the right - before the bridge.
Stone memorial in St Mary's churchyard, Oxted A particularly striking stone monument.
Stone memorial in St Mary's churchyard, Oxted
A particularly striking stone monument.
St Mary's Church, Oxted This view is from just inside the present burial ground gates.
St Mary's Church, Oxted
This view is from just inside the present burial ground gates.
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Botley Hill is located at Grid Ref: TQ3954 (Lat: 51.276659, Lng: -0.005483695)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Tandridge

Police Authority: Surrey

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