Bleak Hills

Settlement in Nottinghamshire Mansfield

England

Bleak Hills

King's Mill Viaduct Same view as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/856918">SK5159 : Kings Mill Viaduct</a> taken 13 years later
King's Mill Viaduct Credit: Antony Dixon

Bleak Hills is a small village located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the Sherwood Forest, this picturesque village offers a serene and tranquil environment for its residents and visitors alike.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills and lush green fields surrounding the area. The landscape is dotted with charming cottages and traditional English houses, adding to the quaint and idyllic atmosphere. The village is also home to a small, but close-knit community, where residents take pride in maintaining the village's unique character.

Although Bleak Hills is a quiet village, it boasts a rich history dating back several centuries. The village church, St. Mary's, stands as a testament to this history, with its medieval architecture and intricate stained glass windows. The nearby Bleak Hills Manor, a grand country house, is another notable landmark that adds to the village's historical charm.

Despite its small size, Bleak Hills offers a range of amenities for its residents. The village has a local primary school, a post office, and a cozy village pub, where locals gather to relax and socialize. Additionally, the village is well-connected to larger towns and cities in the region, making it a convenient location for those seeking a peaceful retreat while still having access to urban amenities.

Overall, Bleak Hills is a hidden gem in Nottinghamshire, offering a charming blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a tight-knit community. It is a place where visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and immerse themselves in the serenity of the English countryside.

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Bleak Hills Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.132226/-1.2168375 or Grid Reference SK5259. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

King's Mill Viaduct Same view as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/856918">SK5159 : Kings Mill Viaduct</a> taken 13 years later
King's Mill Viaduct
Same view as SK5159 : Kings Mill Viaduct taken 13 years later
King's Mill information board (part 2)
King's Mill information board (part 2)
King's Mill information board (part 1)
King's Mill information board (part 1)
Photo from King's Mill information board Shows King's Mill as it appeared in about 1900
Photo from King's Mill information board
Shows King's Mill as it appeared in about 1900
King's Mill recreated This rather clever information board gives an impression of the view from this spot about 1900
King's Mill recreated
This rather clever information board gives an impression of the view from this spot about 1900
Equestrian bridge at King's Mill This bridge was built to replace a small level crossing following a fatal accident.
The site of the crossing can be seen on the very edge of the photo, to the right of the house.
Equestrian bridge at King's Mill
This bridge was built to replace a small level crossing following a fatal accident. The site of the crossing can be seen on the very edge of the photo, to the right of the house.
Small park off Waverley Road, Mansfield
Small park off Waverley Road, Mansfield
William Singleton Almshouses, Waverley Road, Mansfield Designed by F.W. Tempest 1936. One of three linked buildings.
William Singleton Almshouses, Waverley Road, Mansfield
Designed by F.W. Tempest 1936. One of three linked buildings.
Houses in Waverley Road, Mansfield
Houses in Waverley Road, Mansfield
Kings Mill Reservoir in Mansfield
Kings Mill Reservoir in Mansfield
Countryside and Distribution Centre near Sutton This is EMA2 - a new and highly automised Amazon Fulfillment Centre which opened in late 2020. Surrounded by prime countryside it's pictured from a field entrance off the B6139 Coxmoor Road at the extreme south west corner of the grid square.
Countryside and Distribution Centre near Sutton
This is EMA2 - a new and highly automised Amazon Fulfillment Centre which opened in late 2020. Surrounded by prime countryside it's pictured from a field entrance off the B6139 Coxmoor Road at the extreme south west corner of the grid square.
B6139 Coxmoor Road Looking north west from a narrow roadside path.
B6139 Coxmoor Road
Looking north west from a narrow roadside path.
Crop Fields seen from High Oakham Also visible here is the new Amazon distribution centre in the middle distance and Cauldwell Wood on the left. Mansfield market square is only 2.2km from this spot and advanced progress on a new housing development was evident just a hundred metres or so away.
Crop Fields seen from High Oakham
Also visible here is the new Amazon distribution centre in the middle distance and Cauldwell Wood on the left. Mansfield market square is only 2.2km from this spot and advanced progress on a new housing development was evident just a hundred metres or so away.
High Oakham Drive New properties at High Oakham Park, which are built around the original house built by the 3rd Duke of Portland around 1750.
High Oakham Drive
New properties at High Oakham Park, which are built around the original house built by the 3rd Duke of Portland around 1750.
King's Mill Hospital Part of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which provides acute healthcare services for 420,000 people across Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark, Sherwood and parts of Derbyshire and Lincolnshire.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7676395">SK5159 : King's Mill Hospital at night</a> for similar shot at night.
King's Mill Hospital
Part of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which provides acute healthcare services for 420,000 people across Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark, Sherwood and parts of Derbyshire and Lincolnshire. See SK5159 : King's Mill Hospital at night for similar shot at night.
King's Mill Hospital at night Part of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which provides acute healthcare services for 420,000 people across Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark, Sherwood and parts of Derbyshire and Lincolnshire.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7676392">SK5159 : King's Mill Hospital</a> for similar shot in daylight.
King's Mill Hospital at night
Part of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which provides acute healthcare services for 420,000 people across Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark, Sherwood and parts of Derbyshire and Lincolnshire. See SK5159 : King's Mill Hospital for similar shot in daylight.
Elizabeth II postbox, King's Mill Hospital Postbox No. NG17 348.
Elizabeth II postbox, King's Mill Hospital
Postbox No. NG17 348.
King's Mill Reservoir On the border of Sutton-in-Ashfield / Mansfield.
King's Mill Reservoir
On the border of Sutton-in-Ashfield / Mansfield.
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Bleak Hills is located at Grid Ref: SK5259 (Lat: 53.132226, Lng: -1.2168375)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Mansfield

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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Mini Roundabout
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Mini Roundabout
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Ladybrook
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Turning Circle
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Bus Stop
Rainbow International
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Hamilton Way
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I-centre
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I-centre
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Bus Stop
Glenair
Bus: yes
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Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
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The Oakham Local Nature Reserve
Ele: 120
Tourism: information
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Bench
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Description: The Hermitage Local Nature Reserve
Information: board
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Newey and Eyre
Shop: wholesale
Wholesale: electrical
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Green Thumb
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Bench
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Gallant Air Conditioning
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Cafe
The Baker's Shop
Cuisine: breakfast,_cobs,_meals,_coffee
Internet Access: no
Opening Hours: 07:30-15:00
Outdoor Seating: no
Smoking: no
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Crown decorators centre
Shop: paint
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Location: roof
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Eyre & Elliston
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-17:00
Phone: +44 1623 422644
Website: https://www.eyreandelliston.co.uk/branches/mansfield
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Turning Circle
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Traffic Signals
Crossing: no
Traffic Signals Direction: backward
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Traffic Signals
Crossing: no
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
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