Clapper Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kent Thanet

England

Clapper Hill

House with a former use, Minster On the curved corner is painted what looks like &#039;Restaurant Garage&#039;, a curious combination. — House with a former use, Minster Credit: Robin Webster

Clapper Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Kent, England. Situated in the southeastern part of the country, the hill is part of the North Downs, a range of chalk hills that stretch across the region. Clapper Hill is situated near the village of Hollingbourne, approximately 5 miles east of the town of Maidstone.

Standing at an elevation of around 150 meters (500 feet), Clapper Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, with grassy slopes that gently ascend towards its summit. It is a popular spot for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers, who are drawn to its natural beauty and peaceful ambiance.

The name "Clapper Hill" is believed to originate from the Old English word "cleaca," meaning "clay." This suggests that clay was once abundant in the area, although there is little evidence of this today. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, foxes, and various bird species.

At the foot of Clapper Hill, there is a network of footpaths that wind through the surrounding countryside, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the area further. Additionally, the nearby village of Hollingbourne provides amenities such as pubs, cafes, and accommodation for those looking to make a day trip or stay longer to explore the region.

Overall, Clapper Hill is a picturesque and tranquil spot in the heart of Kent, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the North Downs and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

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Clapper Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.326406/1.3294356 or Grid Reference TR3263. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

House with a former use, Minster

On the curved corner is painted what looks like 'Restaurant Garage', a curious combination.

Robin Webster

Former Primitive Methodist Chapel, Minster

This has not been a chapel for a long time. It is being renovated or converted at the moment, with sounds of sawing coming from inside. It must have been something else in the meantime.

Robin Webster

Track up from River Stour towards Minster

A restricted byway up as far as the end of Marsh Farm Road, which continues the route.

Robin Webster

Footbridge by River Stour

A footpath following the river bank crosses a ditch draining into the river on the right.

Robin Webster

River Stour

Looking downstream, but it is tidal here and for a long way up, with not a great range.

Robin Webster

Field east of Minster pumping station

Robin Webster

Railway bridge over Cottington Road

The Ashford, Canterbury and Ramsgate line crosses.

Robin Webster

Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Minster-in-Thanet

Showing the Norman tower. The church is known as the "Cathedral on the marshes" and was founded in 670AD. The oldest part of the present building was built just after the Norman conquest. Originally the sea would have come up to the churchyard wall.

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Thatched house on Church Street, Minster-in-Thanet

Opposite Minster Abbey.

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The Chapel, Minster Abbey, Minster-in-Thanet

The modern chapel is open to the public daily. On the right can be seen the reliquary holding the relics of St. Mildred.

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Minster Abbey, Minster-in-Thanet

Viewed from the entrance in Church Street. Link

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Walsingham House, Church Street, Minster-in-Thanet

Mid nineteenth century Grade II listed building. At one time there was a pork butcher's shop on the ground floor. It has also been the library.

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Village sign, Minster-in-Thanet

On the corner of Church Street and Station Road, outside St. Mary's church.

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St. Mildred's church and presbytery, Minster-in-Thanet

Situated in St. Mildred's Road. The church has been closed for some time and permission to demolish it and build houses on the site was denied in 2010. The site is now being cleared. It has also been necessary to clear Japanese knotweed from the grounds.

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Conversion of St Mildredâs Church, 7, St Mildredâs Road

Planning permission has been granted by Thanet District Council under application number F/TH/11/1071 for the “change of use and conversion of church to single dwelling, erection of first floor side extension, external alterations and creation of associated parking”. This image shows TR3064 : St Mildred’s Church, 7, St Mildred’s Road after it had been converted.

John Baker

Footbridge over Minster Stream

Minster Stream drains into the River Stour, seen to the right. Robin Webster also photographed this TR3062 : Footbridge by River Stour but seen from another angle.

John Baker

Looking north along Minster Stream

Seen from a TR3162 : Footbridge over Minster Stream, the blackthorn, on the left bank, is just coming into bloom.

John Baker

Debris blocking footpath

The path follows the fence posts and continues to end a short way beyond the bridge, that carries the railway between Minster and Sandwich. When I got home, I sent an email to East Kent Public Rights of Way to report the blockage and attached this image.

John Baker

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Clapper Hill is located at Grid Ref: TR3263 (Lat: 51.326406, Lng: 1.3294356)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Thanet

Police Authority: Kent