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Mountains & hills · South West England

Godlingston Hill

In or near Harman's Cross.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Godlingston Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 199 m.

Nine Barrow Down - geograph.org.uk - 3336822

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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
Herston Halt · 2.0 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Godlingston Hill is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 199 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Purbeck Ridge (East) SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Dorset Coast SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Godlingston Hill is a mountain located in South-East England. It is known for its natural beauty and offers various outdoor activities. Visitors can expect a range of walking trails suitable for different skill levels, providing scenic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is popular among hikers and nature enthusiasts.

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Coordinates
50.6304, -1.9890
District
Dorset
Parish
Swanage
Postcode
BH19 3AA
Parliamentary constituency
South Dorset
Nearest railway station
Herston Halt — 2 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Godlingston Hill?
Godlingston Hill is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BH19 3AA), in the parish of Swanage.
What is Godlingston Hill?
Godlingston Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 199 m.
How do I get to Godlingston Hill?
The nearest railway station is Herston Halt, about 2.0 km away. The nearest town is Harman's Cross. Drivers can use postcode BH19 3AA.
Is Godlingston Hill a protected site?
Yes — Godlingston Hill is part of the Purbeck Ridge (East) SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the South Dorset Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Godlingston Hill?
The nearest railway station is Herston Halt, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH19 3AA.