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Clarke's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

England

Clarke's Hill

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Clarke's Hill, located in Cambridgeshire, England, is a prominent geographical feature that stands as a hill or mountain in the region. Rising to an elevation of approximately 77 meters (252 feet), it offers a commanding view of the surrounding landscape.

The hill is situated in the south of Cambridgeshire, near the village of Barrington. It is part of the undulating terrain that characterizes the region, which is otherwise known for its flat topography. Clarke's Hill stands out as a notable exception, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to experience an elevated viewpoint.

The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, which includes grasses, wildflowers, and scattered trees. It is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers who appreciate the tranquility and beauty it offers. The surrounding area is also known for its rich wildlife, attracting birdwatchers and nature photographers.

Clarke's Hill holds historical significance as well. It is believed to have been named after a local landowner, suggesting a long-standing connection to the community. Over the years, it has become a beloved landmark in Cambridgeshire, drawing people from near and far to enjoy its natural splendor and picturesque views.

Whether one is looking to embark on a leisurely stroll, admire the scenery, or simply escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Clarke's Hill in Cambridgeshire offers a peaceful and serene retreat. With its gently sloping terrain and captivating vistas, it is undoubtedly a gem in the region's natural landscape.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.161065/0.14881441 or Grid Reference TL4753. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge A small amount of Cambridge's large NHS hospital.
Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
A small amount of Cambridge's large NHS hospital.
Nine Wells In 1614, Cambridge needed a new water supply. Thomas Hobson built a causeway bringing water from springs at Nine Wells near Shelford outside Cambridge into the city centre. The channels still run along Trumpington Street in Cambridge. Thomas Hobson made his money hiring out horses, but hirers had to take the horse closest to the door. This led to the expression "Hobson's Choice" meaning "No choice"!
Nine Wells
In 1614, Cambridge needed a new water supply. Thomas Hobson built a causeway bringing water from springs at Nine Wells near Shelford outside Cambridge into the city centre. The channels still run along Trumpington Street in Cambridge. Thomas Hobson made his money hiring out horses, but hirers had to take the horse closest to the door. This led to the expression "Hobson's Choice" meaning "No choice"!
Mainline from Cambridge to London Railway heading south from Cambridge, just before it divides into the Liverpool Street or Kings Cross branches.
Mainline from Cambridge to London
Railway heading south from Cambridge, just before it divides into the Liverpool Street or Kings Cross branches.
Babraham Road Park and Ride site One of five park and ride sites around Cambridge. Parking is free and a return fare to the city centre is (June 2005) £1.80.
Babraham Road Park and Ride site
One of five park and ride sites around Cambridge. Parking is free and a return fare to the city centre is (June 2005) £1.80.
Shelford Station It seems that Sir Peter Hall's father was station master here for a time & in his autobiography "Making an exhibition of myself" he wrote: "Once more we lived over the shop, but now forty or fifty trains went thundering past the bedrooms every night on the busy Cambridge to Liverpool Street line. Shelford was already virtually a suburb of Cambridge, but you could still see the village."
Shelford Station
It seems that Sir Peter Hall's father was station master here for a time & in his autobiography "Making an exhibition of myself" he wrote: "Once more we lived over the shop, but now forty or fifty trains went thundering past the bedrooms every night on the busy Cambridge to Liverpool Street line. Shelford was already virtually a suburb of Cambridge, but you could still see the village."
“Shelford & Those Parts” A rare sight these days a proper Greengrocer. This one in Shelford is housed in an old building. It sports a red corrugated iron roof, which is probably old enough to have a preservation order on it! For an explanation of the title see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.poetsgraves.co.uk/Classic%20Poems/Brooke/grantchester.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.poetsgraves.co.uk/Classic%20Poems/Brooke/grantchester.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>
“Shelford & Those Parts”
A rare sight these days a proper Greengrocer. This one in Shelford is housed in an old building. It sports a red corrugated iron roof, which is probably old enough to have a preservation order on it! For an explanation of the title see LinkExternal link
Partly ploughed field Fertile ground in the Gog Magog Hills, Cambridge's apology for contour lines.
Partly ploughed field
Fertile ground in the Gog Magog Hills, Cambridge's apology for contour lines.
Magog Down A moderately hilly area of grassland to the south-east of Cambridge, with good views over the city on sunnier days than this one. The double chimney of Addenbrookes Hospital can just be made out on the skyline.
Magog Down
A moderately hilly area of grassland to the south-east of Cambridge, with good views over the city on sunnier days than this one. The double chimney of Addenbrookes Hospital can just be made out on the skyline.
Across the fields from Magog Down Looking SW across a recently sown field. A clump of larch trees, not marked on the map, looms out of the mist.
Across the fields from Magog Down
Looking SW across a recently sown field. A clump of larch trees, not marked on the map, looms out of the mist.
White Hill The road from Great Shelford to Babraham Road.
White Hill
The road from Great Shelford to Babraham Road.
Scotsdales garden centre, Great Shelford
Scotsdales garden centre, Great Shelford
Great Shelford cemetery Seen through the lychgate.
Great Shelford cemetery
Seen through the lychgate.
Delivering the post on Clarke's Hill One of a cluster of houses along the road out of Great Shelford.
Delivering the post on Clarke's Hill
One of a cluster of houses along the road out of Great Shelford.
Hobson's (well hidden) monument
Hobson's (well hidden) monument
Hobson's Conduit (near Nine Wells)
Hobson's Conduit (near Nine Wells)
Addenbrooke's Hospital car parks, Cambridge view of the multistorey staff car park opened in March 2004 with 1,255 spaces; in the foreground is the old-style land-hungry car park, and behind is Grantchester House accommodation block.
Addenbrooke's Hospital car parks, Cambridge
view of the multistorey staff car park opened in March 2004 with 1,255 spaces; in the foreground is the old-style land-hungry car park, and behind is Grantchester House accommodation block.
Farmland south of Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge – view across the square towards a copse and White Hill from the Addenbrooke's boundary road, Robinson Way.
Farmland south of Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
– view across the square towards a copse and White Hill from the Addenbrooke's boundary road, Robinson Way.
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Clarke's Hill is located at Grid Ref: TL4753 (Lat: 52.161065, Lng: 0.14881441)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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Clarke's Hill
Ele: 48
Natural: peak
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Lat/Long: 52.1599476/0.1491819
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