Mountains & hills · South East England
Thorn Down
In or near Ecchinswell.
Thorn Down — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 183 m.
Colin Park — 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
- Whitchurch · 6.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Thorn Down is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 183 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Thorn Down is a mountain located in South-East England. It is characterised by its natural beauty and offers scenic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking and walking, attracting visitors seeking a tranquil experience in nature. The mountain's elevation provides opportunities for various skill levels, making it accessible to a range of outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2915, -1.3489
- County
- Hampshire
- District
- Basingstoke and Deane
- Parish
- Litchfield and Woodcott
- Postcode
- RG28 7PS
- Parliamentary constituency
- North West Hampshire
- Nearest railway station
- Whitchurch — 6 km
Sources
- osm: n10226257104 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thorn Down?
- Thorn Down is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG28 7PS), in the parish of Litchfield and Woodcott.
- What is Thorn Down?
- Thorn Down — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 183 m.
- How do I get to Thorn Down?
- The nearest railway station is Whitchurch, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG28 7PS.
- Is Thorn Down a protected site?
- Yes — Thorn Down is part of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Thorn Down?
- The nearest railway station is Whitchurch, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG28 7PS.