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Clunch Pit Hill

Hill, Mountain in Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire

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Clunch Pit Hill

Memorial of Newton The memorial standing to remind you of those who died in the war that lived in Newton.
Memorial of Newton Credit: Finlay Cox

Clunch Pit Hill is a small hill located in the county of Cambridgeshire, in eastern England. Situated near the village of Barrington, this prominent landmark stands at an elevation of approximately 45 meters (148 feet) above sea level. Despite its relatively modest height, the hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The name "Clunch Pit Hill" is derived from the local building material known as clunch, which is a type of limestone found in the area. This geological feature not only lends its name to the hill but also contributes to its unique appearance. The exposed clunch formations on the slopes of the hill create a striking contrast against the lush greenery of the countryside.

Visitors to Clunch Pit Hill can enjoy a variety of recreational activities. The hill is crisscrossed by several footpaths, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and hikes. The surrounding fields and woodlands also attract birdwatchers, as the area is home to a diverse range of avian species.

In addition to its natural beauty, Clunch Pit Hill holds historical significance. The site is known to have been used as a quarry in the past, with clunch being extracted for construction purposes. This activity has left behind interesting features, including old mine shafts and quarries that can be explored by adventurous visitors.

Overall, Clunch Pit Hill is a captivating destination that offers a blend of natural beauty, historical interest, and recreational opportunities. Whether one is seeking a peaceful stroll or a chance to immerse themselves in the region's geological and cultural heritage, this picturesque hill in Cambridgeshire has something to offer for everyone.

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Clunch Pit Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.128605/0.11347264 or Grid Reference TL4449. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Memorial of Newton The memorial standing to remind you of those who died in the war that lived in Newton.
Memorial of Newton
The memorial standing to remind you of those who died in the war that lived in Newton.
Whittlesford Road Leaving Newton.
Whittlesford Road
Leaving Newton.
Cottage on the edge of Newton
Cottage on the edge of Newton
Cockle Close, Newton New housing on the edge of the village.
Cockle Close, Newton
New housing on the edge of the village.
Thatched Cottage, Newton With a lick of paint since <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/749751">TL4349 : Deep Thatch, Fowlmere Road</a>.
Thatched Cottage, Newton
With a lick of paint since TL4349 : Deep Thatch, Fowlmere Road.
Kidmans Close, Newton
Kidmans Close, Newton
Top Farm, Newton
Top Farm, Newton
Footpath to Newton Following a farm track.
Footpath to Newton
Following a farm track.
Cycling to and from Newton Two cyclists, one with serious kit, the other with a camera, are about to pass on the bridleway which links Newton and Stapleford. It was a hot Sunday morning during the heatwave of autumn 2011.
Cycling to and from Newton
Two cyclists, one with serious kit, the other with a camera, are about to pass on the bridleway which links Newton and Stapleford. It was a hot Sunday morning during the heatwave of autumn 2011.
Sunday-morning traffic on the M11 Looking towards Cambridge from the bridge which carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway.
Sunday-morning traffic on the M11
Looking towards Cambridge from the bridge which carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway.
Bridle path and motorway bridge The bridge carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway and was built with farm vehicles in mind. The sign gives early warning of Trumpington Park & Ride, near the next turn-off, Junction 11.
Bridle path and motorway bridge
The bridge carries the Newton-Stapleford bridleway and was built with farm vehicles in mind. The sign gives early warning of Trumpington Park & Ride, near the next turn-off, Junction 11.
Byway to Stapleford <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/749805">TL4449 : Public Bridleway to the Shelfords</a> shows more or less the same view towards the M11 in Spring 2008, when South Cambridgeshire was rather greener than during the 2011 drought.
Byway to Stapleford
TL4449 : Public Bridleway to the Shelfords shows more or less the same view towards the M11 in Spring 2008, when South Cambridgeshire was rather greener than during the 2011 drought.
Cockle Hill Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Duncan Grey's <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/840222">TL4449 : Across the field to Cockle Hill</a> from June 2008.
Cockle Hill
Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Duncan Grey's TL4449 : Across the field to Cockle Hill from June 2008.
Footpath to New Farm and Cambridge Road Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Keith Edkins' <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/749802">TL4449 : Public Footpath to New Farm Road</a>, taken in spring 2008.
Footpath to New Farm and Cambridge Road
Taken during the 2011 drought (and the September-October heatwave). Compare this picture with Keith Edkins' TL4449 : Public Footpath to New Farm Road, taken in spring 2008.
Newton: St Margaret A small cruciform 14th-century church with a tall Perpendicular tower, surrounded by tall trees.
Newton: St Margaret
A small cruciform 14th-century church with a tall Perpendicular tower, surrounded by tall trees.
Newton: St Margaret "Built of clunch. W tower, plastered, Perp...the chancel too much re-done to be of value" (Nikolaus Pevsner). Surrounded by tall trees and in a small churchyard, this 14th-century church and its tall tower are quite tricky to photograph. Colour seemed almost unreally vivid in the morning light of the first Sunday in October 2011, as the autumn heatwave continued.
Newton: St Margaret
"Built of clunch. W tower, plastered, Perp...the chancel too much re-done to be of value" (Nikolaus Pevsner). Surrounded by tall trees and in a small churchyard, this 14th-century church and its tall tower are quite tricky to photograph. Colour seemed almost unreally vivid in the morning light of the first Sunday in October 2011, as the autumn heatwave continued.
Newton: St Margaret - tower and churchyard Surrounded by tall trees and in a small churchyard, this 14th-century church and its imposing Perpendicular tower (grand enough for a much larger church) are quite tricky to photograph.
Newton: St Margaret - tower and churchyard
Surrounded by tall trees and in a small churchyard, this 14th-century church and its imposing Perpendicular tower (grand enough for a much larger church) are quite tricky to photograph.
Newton: Town Street in October Looking along the lane towards the centre of the village from next to the church.
Newton: Town Street in October
Looking along the lane towards the centre of the village from next to the church.
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Clunch Pit Hill is located at Grid Ref: TL4449 (Lat: 52.128605, Lng: 0.11347264)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: South Cambridgeshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

Also known as: Cockle Hill

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Clunch Pit Hill
Description: Little Shelford parish highest point
Ele: 31
Natural: peak
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Lat/Long: 52.1289243/0.1139082
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Source: npe
Lat/Long: 52.1272486/0.1102347
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