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Dassel's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Hertfordshire East Hertfordshire

England

Dassel's Hill

St Mary, Little Hormead The nave is C11/C12, the bellcote is C15 and the church was restored in 1888.
St Mary, Little Hormead Credit: Bikeboy

Dassel's Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Despite its name, Dassel's Hill is not a hill in the traditional sense, but rather a small, isolated mountain that stands at an elevation of approximately 287 meters (942 feet) above sea level. It is situated within the Chiltern Hills, a range known for its scenic beauty and rolling landscape.

The hill is named after the nearby village of Dassel, which itself has a rich history dating back to medieval times. Dassel's Hill is a popular attraction for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On a clear day, visitors can admire the sprawling green fields, dense woodlands, and charming villages that dot the landscape.

The mountain is characterized by its steep slopes and rocky terrain, making it a challenging but rewarding destination for hikers and climbers. Its location within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty ensures that the hill remains largely unspoiled and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby towns and cities.

Dassel's Hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various species of birds, mammals, and wildflowers inhabiting its slopes. Nature enthusiasts can often spot deer, rabbits, and foxes roaming freely in the area.

Overall, Dassel's Hill is a remarkable natural landmark that showcases the beauty and diversity of Hertfordshire's countryside, providing an ideal setting for outdoor activities and exploration.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.932146/0.029095895 or Grid Reference TL3927. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary, Little Hormead The nave is C11/C12, the bellcote is C15 and the church was restored in 1888.
St Mary, Little Hormead
The nave is C11/C12, the bellcote is C15 and the church was restored in 1888.
St Mary, Little Hormead (2) The nave is C11/C12, the bellcote is C15 and the church was restored in 1888
St Mary, Little Hormead (2)
The nave is C11/C12, the bellcote is C15 and the church was restored in 1888
St Nicholas, Great Hormead Some parts of the church are C14, but it was heavily restored in C19.
St Nicholas, Great Hormead
Some parts of the church are C14, but it was heavily restored in C19.
Disused L & M Bentley Shell petrol station, Hare Street
Disused L & M Bentley Shell petrol station, Hare Street
House on the B1368, Hare Street
House on the B1368, Hare Street
Cottages in Hare Street
Cottages in Hare Street
Non-existent footpath To be fair, it's a dead-end footpath that stops at a parish boundary.
Non-existent footpath
To be fair, it's a dead-end footpath that stops at a parish boundary.
Old Milestone by the B1368, Hay Street, Braughing Carved stone post by the B1368, in parish of BRAUGHING (EAST HERTFORDSHIRE District), Hay Street, Braughing, South of Hay Cottage, almost buried on the verge, on West side of road. Wadesmill plate, erected by the Wadesmill turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- LONDON 129 WARE 8 BARKWAY 6 Listed HHER Number: 5050 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MHT5050&resourceID=1008" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MHT5050&resourceID=1008">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> Milestone Society National ID: HE_LKX29.
Old Milestone by the B1368, Hay Street, Braughing
Carved stone post by the B1368, in parish of BRAUGHING (EAST HERTFORDSHIRE District), Hay Street, Braughing, South of Hay Cottage, almost buried on the verge, on West side of road. Wadesmill plate, erected by the Wadesmill turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- LONDON 129 WARE 8 BARKWAY 6 Listed HHER Number: 5050 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: HE_LKX29.
Old Milestone by the B1368, Hare Street, Hormead parish Metal plate attached to stone post by the B1368, in parish of HORMEAD (EAST HERTFORDSHIRE District), Hare Street, opposite Old Bakery, on the verge, on West side of road. Wadesmill plate, erected by the Wadesmill turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- LONDON 31 WARE 10 BARKWAY 4 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1101817 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1101817" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1101817">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> Milestone Society National ID: HE_LKX31.
Old Milestone by the B1368, Hare Street, Hormead parish
Metal plate attached to stone post by the B1368, in parish of HORMEAD (EAST HERTFORDSHIRE District), Hare Street, opposite Old Bakery, on the verge, on West side of road. Wadesmill plate, erected by the Wadesmill turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- LONDON 31 WARE 10 BARKWAY 4 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1101817 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: HE_LKX31.
30 limit though Hay Street The B1368 heads to Hare Street and points north.
30 limit though Hay Street
The B1368 heads to Hare Street and points north.
B1368 through Dassells The B1368 heads to Hare Street and points north.
B1368 through Dassells
The B1368 heads to Hare Street and points north.
B1368 north towards Hare Street The village may be glimpsed ahead down the hill.
B1368 north towards Hare Street
The village may be glimpsed ahead down the hill.
B1368, Hare Street Heading north towards Cambridge.
B1368, Hare Street
Heading north towards Cambridge.
B1038 east towards Great Hornmead
B1038 east towards Great Hornmead
Old Milestone by the B1368, Dassel's Hill, Hormead parish Metal plate (broken) attached to stone post by the B1368, in parish of Hormead (East Hertfordshire District), by Stonebury Farm, Dassels, on the verge, on West side of road. Wadesmill plate, erected by the Wadesmill turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- LO(NDON) 30 WARE 9 BARKWAY 5 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1101851 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1101851" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1101851">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> Milestone Society National ID: HE_LKX30
Old Milestone by the B1368, Dassel's Hill, Hormead parish
Metal plate (broken) attached to stone post by the B1368, in parish of Hormead (East Hertfordshire District), by Stonebury Farm, Dassels, on the verge, on West side of road. Wadesmill plate, erected by the Wadesmill turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- LO(NDON) 30 WARE 9 BARKWAY 5 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1101851 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: HE_LKX30
Howe Engineering, Hare Street It's actually a garage
Howe Engineering, Hare Street
It's actually a garage
Worsted Lane, Hare Street
Worsted Lane, Hare Street
Duck Street, Little Hormead
Duck Street, Little Hormead
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Dassel's Hill is located at Grid Ref: TL3927 (Lat: 51.932146, Lng: 0.029095895)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.932146,0.029095895
Bus Stop
Stonebury Farm
Bus: yes
Local Ref: NR
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021302840
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Stonebury Farm
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: Unknown
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdtpdj
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: B1368
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9338736/0.0253732
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Bus Stop
Stonebury Farm
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021310120
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Stonebury Farm
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Unknown
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdpgaw
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: B1368
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9332349/0.0253881
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Milestone
Description: "London 30 Ware 9 Barkway 5"
Lat/Long: 51.9333097/0.0251465
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Dassel's Hill
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.9326205/0.0313197
OpenStreetMap
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The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
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