Mountains & hills · South East England
Friars Hill
In or near Shrivenham.
Friars Hill — mountain in england west midlands. Elevation: 126 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Swindon · 8.7 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Friars Hill is a mountain located in england west midlands. Elevation: 126 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2020
Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Friars Hill is a mountain located in the West Midlands. It offers a range of outdoor activities for visitors, including walking and hiking opportunities. The area is characterised by its natural landscape, providing scenic views and a chance to experience the local flora and fauna. Ideal for those seeking a rural escape, Friars Hill is accessible for day trips and outdoor recreation.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6179, -1.6910
- District
- Swindon
- Parish
- Highworth
- Postcode
- SN6 7QB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Swindon North
- Nearest railway station
- Swindon — 8.7 km
Sources
- osm: n11218032360 (ODbL)
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The Old Manor House
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📷 4Memorials & monuments · South East England
Ian Fleming
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📷 3Historic houses · South East England
Sevenhampton House
Sevenhampton House — house in Highworth, Swindon, Wiltshire, England, UK.
📷 5Vineyards · South East England
Medieval settlement remains at Sevenhampton
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📷 5Vineyards · South East England
Medieval settlement remains immediately south east of Fresden Farm
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📷 3Historic houses · South East England
The Old Manor House
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📷 5B&Bs · South East England
The Saracen's Head Hotel
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Where to eat & stay near Friars Hill
Places to stay
📷 5B&Bs · South East England
The Saracen's Head Hotel
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📷 5📷 5Campsites · South East England
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📷 5Hotels · South East England
Blunsdon House Hotel
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📷 5Campsites · South East England
Bridge House Campsite
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📷 5Places to eat & drink
📷 5Restaurants · South East England
Kebria Tandoori
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📷 6Restaurants · South East England
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📷 7Historic pubs · South East England
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📷 7Historic pubs · South East England
Trout Inn
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Friars Hill?
- Friars Hill is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode SN6 7QB), in the parish of Highworth.
- What is Friars Hill?
- Friars Hill — mountain in england west midlands. Elevation: 126 m.
- How do I get to Friars Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Swindon, about 8.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode SN6 7QB.
- Is Friars Hill a protected site?
- Yes — Friars Hill is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB) and the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Friars Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SN6 7QB. It sits within the Swindon North parliamentary constituency.