Wood Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kent Dover

England

Wood Hill

Ripple Mill Grade II listed.
Ripple Mill Credit: N Chadwick

Wood Hill is a distinctive landmark located in the county of Kent, England. Situated within the North Downs, it is known for its prominent position and picturesque views. Rising to an elevation of approximately 248 meters (814 feet), Wood Hill is classified as a hill rather than a mountain due to its modest height.

The hill is characterized by its dense woodland, which blankets the slopes and adds to its natural beauty. A variety of tree species can be found in the area, including oak, beech, and chestnut, creating a diverse and vibrant habitat. This woodland also provides a home for various wildlife, such as deer, foxes, and numerous species of birds.

Wood Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including sweeping vistas of the Kentish Weald and the nearby village of Eastling. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the Thames Estuary and even the coastline of France.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails that allow visitors to explore its natural splendor. It is also a favorite spot for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Wood Hill, Kent, with its stunning woodland, captivating vistas, and tranquil atmosphere, is an enchanting destination that showcases the natural beauty of the region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.182427/1.3914763 or Grid Reference TR3748. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ripple Mill Grade II listed.
Ripple Mill
Grade II listed.
Ripple Mill Grade II listed.
Ripple Mill
Grade II listed.
Ripple Mill There are three main types of windmill in Great Britain: post mills, smock mills and tower mills.

The smock mill is of a timber-framed construction with weatherboarded, steeply sloping external walls.  It was built on a brick base.  A pivoting wooden top with sails moved independently of the main structure so that the sails could be positioned towards the wind.  This was controlled by a tail fan.

Windmill article <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Windmills" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/article/Windmills">Link</a>
Ripple Mill
There are three main types of windmill in Great Britain: post mills, smock mills and tower mills. The smock mill is of a timber-framed construction with weatherboarded, steeply sloping external walls. It was built on a brick base. A pivoting wooden top with sails moved independently of the main structure so that the sails could be positioned towards the wind. This was controlled by a tail fan. Windmill article Link
Footpath
Footpath
Woodland
Woodland
Houses on Dover Rd
Houses on Dover Rd
Ripple Mill Ripple Windmill is a Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1237017" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1237017">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>  smock mill in Ringwould, that was built in Drellingore and moved to Ringwould in the early nineteenth century. Having been stripped of machinery and used as a television mast, it is now under restoration as a working windmill.
Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ripple_Mill,_Ringwould" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ripple_Mill,_Ringwould">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>
Ripple Mill
Ripple Windmill is a Grade II listed LinkExternal link smock mill in Ringwould, that was built in Drellingore and moved to Ringwould in the early nineteenth century. Having been stripped of machinery and used as a television mast, it is now under restoration as a working windmill. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Field edge footpath
Field edge footpath
Footpath to Dover Rd
Footpath to Dover Rd
Houses on Dover Rd
Houses on Dover Rd
Footpath to Dover Rd
Footpath to Dover Rd
Dover Rd The A258 runs 13.5 miles from Dover to Sandwich, via Deal.
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Dover Rd
The A258 runs 13.5 miles from Dover to Sandwich, via Deal. LinkExternal link
Dover Rd The A258 runs 13.5 miles from Dover to Sandwich, via Deal.
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Dover Rd
The A258 runs 13.5 miles from Dover to Sandwich, via Deal. LinkExternal link
446, Dover Rd
446, Dover Rd
Downlands
Downlands
Thompson Close
Thompson Close
Dover Rd The A258 runs 13.5 miles from Dover to Sandwich, via Deal.
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Dover Rd
The A258 runs 13.5 miles from Dover to Sandwich, via Deal. LinkExternal link
Hawksdown
Hawksdown
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Wood Hill is located at Grid Ref: TR3748 (Lat: 51.182427, Lng: 1.3914763)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Dover

Police Authority: Kent

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