Natural landmarks · South West England
Gold Hill
In or near Stour Provost.
Gold Hill — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham · 6.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Gold Hill is a other located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Gold Hill Museum is a local history museum located in Shaftesbury, showcasing the area's rich heritage through eight galleries. Visitors can explore exhibits that include Dorset's oldest fire engine, unique artifacts, and a mummified cat, all set within two historic buildings.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Gold Hill is a steep street located in Shaftesbury, South-East England. It is renowned for its picturesque views and historic charm, featuring traditional stone cottages. The hill has become an iconic image of English rural life, often depicted in art and media.
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- Coordinates
- 51.0055, -2.1970
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Shaftesbury
- Postcode
- SP7 8JW
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Dorset
- Phone
- +44 1747 852157
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham — 6.1 km
- Official site
- goldhillmuseum.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/4955486927 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gold Hill?
- Gold Hill is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SP7 8JW), in the parish of Shaftesbury.
- What is Gold Hill?
- Gold Hill — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gold Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode SP7 8JW.
- Is Gold Hill a protected site?
- Yes — Gold Hill is part of the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Gold Hill free to visit?
- Yes, Gold Hill is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gold Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SP7 8JW.