Bunker's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Norfolk Breckland

England

Bunker's Hill

Denton Lodge Trig Pillar Flush Bracket S2163.
Denton Lodge Trig Pillar Credit: David Bremner

Bunker's Hill, located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, is a small hill with historical significance. Situated in the town of Norfolk, it is part of the larger New England Upland region. Although the term "hill" may be a slight exaggeration, as it stands at a modest elevation, Bunker's Hill is still a notable landmark in the area.

The hill derives its name from a historical event that occurred during the American Revolutionary War. On April 22, 1775, as part of the Siege of Boston, the British forces attempted to capture the colonists' artillery stored on the hill. However, the American militia successfully defended their position, resulting in a significant victory for the patriots. This skirmish is often overshadowed by the more famous Battle of Bunker Hill, which took place in nearby Charlestown, but it remains an important piece of local history.

Today, Bunker's Hill is a popular spot for locals and visitors to enjoy outdoor activities. The hill features walking trails and offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside. It is also a peaceful place for picnics and relaxation. Additionally, the site has historical markers and plaques detailing the events that took place there during the Revolutionary War.

Overall, while Bunker's Hill may not be a towering mountain or a sprawling landscape, it holds a special place in the hearts of the residents of Norfolk. Its historical significance and picturesque setting make it a cherished landmark in the area.

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Bunker's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.486737/0.60077017 or Grid Reference TL7690. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Denton Lodge Trig Pillar Flush Bracket S2163.
Denton Lodge Trig Pillar
Flush Bracket S2163.
St Mary's church, Weeting St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?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>
St Mary's church, Weeting
St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
Poppies and Weeting Church Poppies in the foreground and St Mary's church in Weeting in the background.  The church is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?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>
Poppies and Weeting Church
Poppies in the foreground and St Mary's church in Weeting in the background. The church is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
St Mary's church, Weeting St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?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>
St Mary's church, Weeting
St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
Tower of Weeting Church The round tower of St Mary's church in Weeting.  The church is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?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>
Tower of Weeting Church
The round tower of St Mary's church in Weeting. The church is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
Weeting Church St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1172178?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>
Weeting Church
St Mary's church in Weeting is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
St. Mary's Church, Weeting
St. Mary's Church, Weeting
Weeting Castle (Remains) It was built around 1180 by Hugh de Plais, and comprised a three-storey tower, a substantial hall, and a service block, with a separate kitchen positioned near the house. A moat was later dug around the site in the 13th century. The house was not fortified, although it drew on architectural features typically found in castles of the period.

Weeting Castle ceased to be used in the late 14th century and fell into decay.

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Weeting Castle (Remains)
It was built around 1180 by Hugh de Plais, and comprised a three-storey tower, a substantial hall, and a service block, with a separate kitchen positioned near the house. A moat was later dug around the site in the 13th century. The house was not fortified, although it drew on architectural features typically found in castles of the period. Weeting Castle ceased to be used in the late 14th century and fell into decay. LinkExternal link
Ice House, Weeting Castle Ice house in the grounds of the castle remains . Would have been used to store ice from the moat.
Ice House, Weeting Castle
Ice house in the grounds of the castle remains . Would have been used to store ice from the moat.
Lane past Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Lane past Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Track into Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Track into Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
View towards Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
View towards Lynnroad Covert, Weeting
Stump Cross, Mount Ephraim An information board <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2766934">TL7791 : Medieval wayside cross, information board</a> on the bridleway highlights the presence of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. It is believed to date from the 1300s and to have originally been 4m high. At that time the area was not wooded and it would have been prominent on the skyline. The area was one of pilgrimage until the commissioners of Henry VIII destroyed the shrine at Walsingham. The cross was believed to have been broken either at this point or in 1643 when parliament ordered all crosses were pulled down.
Stump Cross, Mount Ephraim
An information board TL7791 : Medieval wayside cross, information board on the bridleway highlights the presence of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. It is believed to date from the 1300s and to have originally been 4m high. At that time the area was not wooded and it would have been prominent on the skyline. The area was one of pilgrimage until the commissioners of Henry VIII destroyed the shrine at Walsingham. The cross was believed to have been broken either at this point or in 1643 when parliament ordered all crosses were pulled down.
Medieval wayside cross, information board Giving details of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. The remains are now known as Stump Cross.
Medieval wayside cross, information board
Giving details of the remains of the medieval wayside cross in the woods. The remains are now known as Stump Cross.
Forest track, Mount Ephraim One of many in Thetford Forest. This area is an open access area.
Forest track, Mount Ephraim
One of many in Thetford Forest. This area is an open access area.
Pilgrim's Walk Restricted byway heading north from Weeting.
Pilgrim's Walk
Restricted byway heading north from Weeting.
Minor crossroads Two roads across Cranwich Heath.
Minor crossroads
Two roads across Cranwich Heath.
Minor road across Cranwich Heath With a small area of arable land on the right.
Minor road across Cranwich Heath
With a small area of arable land on the right.
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Bunker's Hill is located at Grid Ref: TL7690 (Lat: 52.486737, Lng: 0.60077017)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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