Coxon's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kent Thanet

England

Coxon's Hill

Track by railway line
Track by railway line Credit: N Chadwick

Coxon's Hill is a prominent natural landmark located in the county of Kent, England. Situated near the village of Coxon, this hill is known for its picturesque views and varied topography. While not classified as a mountain due to its height, Coxon's Hill is a notable elevation in the area.

The hill is part of the North Downs, a ridge of chalk hills that stretches across southeast England. Standing at an elevation of approximately 150 meters (492 feet), Coxon's Hill offers breathtaking vistas of the surrounding countryside. On a clear day, visitors can see the rolling hills, meandering rivers, and lush green fields that characterize the region.

The hill itself is covered in grass and sparse vegetation, providing a tranquil and idyllic setting for outdoor activities such as picnicking, walking, and birdwatching. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, foxes, and numerous species of birds.

Coxon's Hill is easily accessible, with well-marked footpaths leading up to its summit. The hill attracts both locals and tourists alike, who come to enjoy the peaceful ambiance and take in the panoramic views. Additionally, the hill is a popular spot for paragliding, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to soar above the landscape and experience an adrenaline-filled adventure.

Overall, Coxon's Hill is a beautiful natural feature that showcases the charm and beauty of the Kentish countryside. Its elevated position and stunning vistas make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Coxon's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.329269/1.2622907 or Grid Reference TR2763. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track by railway line
Track by railway line
Arable landscape
Arable landscape
Pylons
Pylons
Farmland, Monkton Marshes
Farmland, Monkton Marshes
Barn near Monkton
Barn near Monkton
116, Monkton Street Planning permission has been granted by Thanet District Council under application number OL/TH/20/0335 for an “outline application for the erection of 19 houses (two storey) and 18 retirement flats (two storey) with associated parking including access, landscaping, layout and scale together with the change of use and enlargement of existing storage building to a single storey retail unit following demolition of existing buildings”. 

The premises used to be occupied by the funeral directors W S Cole and Son.
116, Monkton Street
Planning permission has been granted by Thanet District Council under application number OL/TH/20/0335 for an “outline application for the erection of 19 houses (two storey) and 18 retirement flats (two storey) with associated parking including access, landscaping, layout and scale together with the change of use and enlargement of existing storage building to a single storey retail unit following demolition of existing buildings”. The premises used to be occupied by the funeral directors W S Cole and Son.
Parsonage Oast
Parsonage Oast
Arable land on the slopes of The Isle of Thanet
Arable land on the slopes of The Isle of Thanet
Parsonage Oast
Parsonage Oast
Parsonage Oast
Parsonage Oast
Willets Hill
Willets Hill
Parsonage Oast
Parsonage Oast
A253 The A253 runs 2 miles from Sarre to Monkton. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A253" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A253">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>
A253
The A253 runs 2 miles from Sarre to Monkton. LinkExternal link
Monkton church St. Mary Magdalene.
Monkton church
St. Mary Magdalene.
Sign for Monkton Nature Reserve Strangely illustrated with a dinosaur, a flower, and a fairy (which at first I took for the more likely bird of prey with prey).
Sign for Monkton Nature Reserve
Strangely illustrated with a dinosaur, a flower, and a fairy (which at first I took for the more likely bird of prey with prey).
SouthEastern train heading towards Sturry Station Sturry Station is the next station on this section of the line from Ramsgate. To the right of the train is a plate-layers’ hut, which appears to be derelict. The road bridge from where I took this view can be seen in David Anstiss’<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2132777">TR2764 : Railway to Canterbury</a>.
SouthEastern train heading towards Sturry Station
Sturry Station is the next station on this section of the line from Ramsgate. To the right of the train is a plate-layers’ hut, which appears to be derelict. The road bridge from where I took this view can be seen in David Anstiss’TR2764 : Railway to Canterbury.
Looking west-northwest along Monkton Street Planning permission has been granted by Thanet District Council under application number F/TH/14/0881 for the “re-development of site to include erection of 8 detached three-storey dwellings, with associated parking, and access leading off (of) Monkton Street”. The re-development, at numbers 71-73 in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TR2865">TR2865</a>, is to be known as Monocstune Mews.

This image of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5827810">TR2864 : Monocstune Mews, Monkton Street</a> shows the re-development after completion.
Looking west-northwest along Monkton Street
Planning permission has been granted by Thanet District Council under application number F/TH/14/0881 for the “re-development of site to include erection of 8 detached three-storey dwellings, with associated parking, and access leading off (of) Monkton Street”. The re-development, at numbers 71-73 in TR2865, is to be known as Monocstune Mews. This image of TR2864 : Monocstune Mews, Monkton Street shows the re-development after completion.
Canterbury Road at the junction of Ramsgate Road
Canterbury Road at the junction of Ramsgate Road
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Coxon's Hill is located at Grid Ref: TR2763 (Lat: 51.329269, Lng: 1.2622907)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Thanet

Police Authority: Kent

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