Broom Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kent Dover

England

Broom Hill

Little Wenderton Farm, near Wingham On  Wenderton Lane, north of the village of Wingham.
Little Wenderton Farm, near Wingham Credit: pam fray

Broom Hill, located in the county of Kent in southeastern England, is a small hill that forms part of the North Downs, a range of chalk hills stretching across the region. Standing at an elevation of approximately 200 meters (656 feet), it offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is covered in dense woodland, mainly consisting of beech and oak trees, which adds to its picturesque beauty. Broom Hill is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including bluebells, foxes, and deer, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

At the summit of Broom Hill, there is a trig point, a concrete pillar used in surveying, which provides a marker for hillwalkers. This, combined with its relatively easy accessibility, makes it a favorite destination for locals and visitors alike.

The area around Broom Hill has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Iron Age. There are also remnants of ancient woodlands and earthworks nearby, offering a glimpse into the area's past.

In addition to its natural beauty and historical significance, Broom Hill is a peaceful and tranquil place, making it perfect for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, observe wildlife, or simply take in the breathtaking views, Broom Hill is a must-visit destination in Kent.

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Broom Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.27921/1.2207914 or Grid Reference TR2458. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Little Wenderton Farm, near Wingham On  Wenderton Lane, north of the village of Wingham.
Little Wenderton Farm, near Wingham
On Wenderton Lane, north of the village of Wingham.
Orchard, Wenderton Farm, near Wingham Viewed from Wenderton Lane.
Orchard, Wenderton Farm, near Wingham
Viewed from Wenderton Lane.
Orchard, Wenderton Farm, near Wingham Viewed from Wenderton Lane.
Orchard, Wenderton Farm, near Wingham
Viewed from Wenderton Lane.
Oast house, north of Wingham On the corner of Wenderton Lane and Hearts Delight Lane.
Oast house, north of Wingham
On the corner of Wenderton Lane and Hearts Delight Lane.
Wenderton Lane, north of Wingham Next to Wenderton Hoath.
Wenderton Lane, north of Wingham
Next to Wenderton Hoath.
Copperfields, Canterbury Road The house was built in a <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6524473">TR2357 : Field, Canterbury Road</a>.
Copperfields, Canterbury Road
The house was built in a TR2357 : Field, Canterbury Road.
Wingham Wildlife Park Chilean flamingos.
Wingham Wildlife Park
Chilean flamingos.
Wingham Wildlife Park White stork.
Wingham Wildlife Park
White stork.
Wingham Wildlife Park One of the Rothchild's giraffes, the only species with five ossicones.
Wingham Wildlife Park
One of the Rothchild's giraffes, the only species with five ossicones.
Wingham Wildlife Park Aldabra giant tortoise.
Wingham Wildlife Park
Aldabra giant tortoise.
Wingham Wildlife Park Rainbow Lorikeet, native to Australia, in the Tropical House.
Wingham Wildlife Park
Rainbow Lorikeet, native to Australia, in the Tropical House.
Wingham Wildlife Park A pair of rainbow lorikeets at feeding time. Native to Australia, these are in the Tropical House.
Wingham Wildlife Park
A pair of rainbow lorikeets at feeding time. Native to Australia, these are in the Tropical House.
Wingham Wildlife Park One of many ring-tailed lemurs in the park. Native to Madagascar, they are endangered but plentiful in captivity.
Wingham Wildlife Park
One of many ring-tailed lemurs in the park. Native to Madagascar, they are endangered but plentiful in captivity.
Wingham Wildlife Park One of many ring-tailed lemurs in the park. Native to Madagascar, they are endangered but plentiful in captivity.
Wingham Wildlife Park
One of many ring-tailed lemurs in the park. Native to Madagascar, they are endangered but plentiful in captivity.
Lloyds Bank Plc, High Street Planning permission has been approved by Dover District Council under application number DOV/21/01938for a “change of use and conversion to 4 self-contained flats, insertion of 3 roof lights, 3 extraction fans, cycle stores, alterations to windows/doors, replacement access gates, erection of 1.8m high fence and gate (existing single storey rear extension to be demolished)”.

The rear of the bank is located in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7305987">TR2457 : Harris’s Alley</a>.
Lloyds Bank Plc, High Street
Planning permission has been approved by Dover District Council under application number DOV/21/01938for a “change of use and conversion to 4 self-contained flats, insertion of 3 roof lights, 3 extraction fans, cycle stores, alterations to windows/doors, replacement access gates, erection of 1.8m high fence and gate (existing single storey rear extension to be demolished)”. The rear of the bank is located in TR2457 : Harris’s Alley.
Harris’s Alley The view shows the back of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7305976">TR2457 : Lloyds Bank Plc, High Street</a>, where the gate and the single storey extension are to be removed/demolished.
Harris’s Alley
The view shows the back of TR2457 : Lloyds Bank Plc, High Street, where the gate and the single storey extension are to be removed/demolished.
Chez Lucky, 30, Adisham  Road The premises appear to be permanently closed.
Chez Lucky, 30, Adisham Road
The premises appear to be permanently closed.
St Mary's Church, Wingham St Mary's church, Wingham is Grade I listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070091?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1070091?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, Wingham
St Mary's church, Wingham is Grade I listed, see: LinkExternal link
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Broom Hill is located at Grid Ref: TR2458 (Lat: 51.27921, Lng: 1.2207914)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Dover

Police Authority: Kent

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Post Box
Collection Plate: CP7D
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Mapillary: 320852699695834
Note: This postbox is easy to miss. it is low down in the wall of the property "Broomfield" opposite entrance to the gravelly car park.
Old Ref: CT3 142
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: brick_wall
Post Box Type: wall
Postal Code: CT3
Ref: CT3 142D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2023-03-06
Lat/Long: 51.2788197/1.2183116
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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