Quarry Hills

Hill, Mountain in Bedfordshire

England

Quarry Hills

Footpath to Sandy Upper School
Footpath to Sandy Upper School Credit: Philip Jeffrey

Quarry Hills, located in Bedfordshire, is a prominent hill/mountain that offers stunning natural beauty and recreational opportunities to visitors and locals alike. This geographical formation is situated in the southeastern part of England, near the town of Leighton Buzzard.

Standing at an elevation of around 206 meters (676 feet), Quarry Hills offers picturesque views across the surrounding countryside. The hill/mountain is characterized by its distinctive shape, featuring steep slopes and rocky outcrops, which are remnants of past quarrying activities that took place in the area.

The hill/mountain is covered in lush vegetation, including a variety of trees and plant species, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. It is home to a wide range of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Various bird species, such as buzzards and kestrels, can be spotted soaring through the skies above Quarry Hills.

Furthermore, Quarry Hills provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Hiking and walking trails crisscross the area, allowing visitors to explore the hill/mountain and enjoy its natural splendor. Additionally, rock climbing enthusiasts are drawn to the challenging cliffs and boulders that dot the landscape.

Quarry Hills is easily accessible, with parking facilities available nearby. Its close proximity to Leighton Buzzard makes it a convenient destination for both locals and tourists seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of Bedfordshire's countryside.

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Quarry Hills Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.125289/-0.27374789 or Grid Reference TL1848. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath to Sandy Upper School
Footpath to Sandy Upper School
Recreation Ground
Recreation Ground
Industry, Sandy
Industry, Sandy
Sandy Station
Sandy Station
Cottages opposite Sandy Station
Cottages opposite Sandy Station
Sandy Station car park
Sandy Station car park
Woods behind Sandy Station Caesar's Camp is on the top of the hill.
Woods behind Sandy Station
Caesar's Camp is on the top of the hill.
The A603, Girtford Looking towards the Holiday Inn
The A603, Girtford
Looking towards the Holiday Inn
The A603, Girtford The smaller road is the loop to the A1
The A603, Girtford
The smaller road is the loop to the A1
Allison House on Bedford Road, Sandy This is a very smart looking care home.
Allison House on Bedford Road, Sandy
This is a very smart looking care home.
Houses on Bedford Road, Sandy
Houses on Bedford Road, Sandy
High Street, Sandy
High Street, Sandy
House on High Street, Sandy This looks Victorian but is probably 21st century. Maybe it replaced a similar one which was there before.
House on High Street, Sandy
This looks Victorian but is probably 21st century. Maybe it replaced a similar one which was there before.
Sign on High Street, Sandy
Sign on High Street, Sandy
The Bell, Sandy
The Bell, Sandy
Market Square, Sandy
Market Square, Sandy
High Street, Sandy
High Street, Sandy
Shops on High Street, Sandy
Shops on High Street, Sandy
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Quarry Hills is located at Grid Ref: TL1848 (Lat: 52.125289, Lng: -0.27374789)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

What 3 Words

///strongman.remarried.lentil. Near Sandy, Bedfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.125289,-0.27374789
Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
Lat/Long: 52.1255301/-0.2806977
Sandy
Public Transport: stop_position
Railway: stop
Ref: 1
Train: yes
Lat/Long: 52.124088/-0.2804763
Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 52.1239103/-0.280331
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 52.1239642/-0.2806085
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.1254875/-0.2807107
Bench
Source: Bing, observation
Lat/Long: 52.1220177/-0.2692187
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: dots
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.125432/-0.280414
Sandy
Naptan AtcoCode: 9100SNDY
Network: National Rail
Network Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/sdy/
Network Wikidata: Q26334
Public Transport: station
Railway: station
Ref Crs: SDY
Ref Tiploc: SNDY
Wikidata: Q3151015
Wikipedia: en:Sandy railway station
Lat/Long: 52.1249106/-0.2809477
Fixme: solar panel?
Lat/Long: 52.1270608/-0.2747599
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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