Mountains & hills · South West England
Black Down
In or near Winterbourne Steepleton.
Black Down — a hill or mountain in england south west.
Robin Stott — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Upwey · 7.4 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Black Down is a named hill or mountain in england south west, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Blackdown (Hardy Monument) SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Chesil & The Fleet SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Black Down is a prominent mountain located in South-West England. It is known for its scenic views and diverse landscapes. The area offers various outdoor activities, including hiking and nature walks, appealing to those interested in exploring the natural environment. Visitors can expect a range of trails suitable for different skill levels, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 50.6867, -2.5520
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Winterborne St. Martin
- Postcode
- DT2 9HY
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Upwey — 7.4 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12611205 (CC BY 4.0)
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Campsites · 2.3 km
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Towns & cities · 2.7 km
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Where to eat & stay near Black Down
Places to stay
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Black Down?
- Black Down is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT2 9HY), in the parish of Winterborne St. Martin.
- What is Black Down?
- Black Down — a hill or mountain in england south west.
- How do I get to Black Down?
- The nearest railway station is Upwey, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT2 9HY.
- Is Black Down a protected site?
- Yes — Black Down is part of the Blackdown (Hardy Monument) SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Chesil & The Fleet SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Black Down?
- The nearest railway station is Upwey, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DT2 9HY.