Botney Hill

Hill, Mountain in Essex Basildon

England

Botney Hill

Herongate - The Olde Dog Inn A weather-boarded C18th inn on the Billericay Road out of Herongate with a good choice of ales on offer.
EH Grade II listed: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1205513?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1205513?section=official-list-entry">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>
See their website here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://theoldedoginn.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://theoldedoginn.co.uk">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> — Herongate - The Olde Dog Inn Credit: Rob Farrow

Botney Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Essex, England. Situated near the village of Saffron Walden, it is known for its picturesque landscapes and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. With an elevation of approximately 147 meters (482 feet), it is often referred to as a hill rather than a mountain due to its relatively modest height.

Botney Hill is part of the wider Essex uplands and is composed mainly of chalk and clay, contributing to its distinctive appearance. The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and rolling terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts.

The area surrounding Botney Hill is rich in biodiversity, with a variety of flora and fauna inhabiting the region. The hill itself is covered in grasslands, interspersed with patches of woodland and hedgerows, providing a habitat for numerous species of plants and animals.

At the summit of Botney Hill, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Essex countryside, including the picturesque villages of Saffron Walden and Audley End. On clear days, it is even possible to see the distant silhouette of the London skyline.

The hill is easily accessible, with footpaths and trails leading up to the summit from nearby villages and towns. It offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life, providing a peaceful and tranquil setting to enjoy the natural beauty of this corner of Essex.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.599745/0.38389631 or Grid Reference TQ6591. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Herongate - The Olde Dog Inn

A weather-boarded C18th inn on the Billericay Road out of Herongate with a good choice of ales on offer. EH Grade II listed: Link

See their website here: Link

Rob Farrow

Bridleway No. 161 to Dunton Wayletts

No chance of me getting through here without a machete and bolt croppers, let alone my horse. Fortunately such blatant PRW obstruction is rare in south Essex.

John Myers

Wheatfield with tyre tracks

Tyre tracks heading north but no clear sign of footpath No.101 to Dunton which runs across there somewhere according to the sign.

John Myers

Sales Field

I'm not sure what these vehicles are doing in this field alongside the A127, perhaps it's a new way to sell them.

terry joyce

West Mayne

Otherwise known as the B148 a substantial "B" road.

terry joyce

Footpath 61

The footpath crosses this field heading towards Park Farm and the Dunton Road.

terry joyce

Phone mast

Hidden in the corner of this field near Footpath 61.

terry joyce

A127 Arterial road

This section of the A127 and the business across the carriageway are on the western side of this grid. The business is a car dealers and hand car wash.

terry joyce