Mountains & hills · West Midlands
Gradbach Hill
In or near Quarnford.
Gradbach Hill — a hill or mountain in england west midlands.
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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
- Hunthouse Wood · 7.8 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Gradbach Hill is a named hill or mountain in england west midlands, 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: Leek Moors SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Gradbach Hill is a mountain located in the West Midlands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, attracting walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers various walking trails suitable for different skill levels, providing access to the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The hill is part of the Peak District National Park, which is recognised for its geological significance and biodiversity.
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- Coordinates
- 53.1847, -2.0006
- County
- Staffordshire
- District
- Staffordshire Moorlands
- Parish
- Quarnford
- Postcode
- SK17 0SX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Staffordshire Moorlands
- Nearest railway station
- Hunthouse Wood — 7.8 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12615694 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gradbach Hill?
- Gradbach Hill is in Staffordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode SK17 0SX), in the parish of Quarnford.
- What is Gradbach Hill?
- Gradbach Hill — a hill or mountain in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Gradbach Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Hunthouse Wood, about 7.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SK17 0SX.
- Is Gradbach Hill a protected site?
- Yes — Gradbach Hill is part of the Leek Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Gradbach Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Hunthouse Wood, about 7.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SK17 0SX.