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Mountains & hills · South West England

Throope Hill

In or near Salisbury.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Throope Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 153 m.

Benchmark Throope Bottom Cottages - geograph.org.uk - 2678515

Jonathan Kington — 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
Salisbury · 6.8 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Throope Hill is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 153 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: River Avon System SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Throope Down SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Throope Hill is a mountain located in South-East England. It is known for its prominent elevation and scenic views of the surrounding landscape. The area offers opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities, making it a suitable destination for those interested in exploring the natural environment. Visitors can expect a variety of terrains and a peaceful atmosphere.

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Coordinates
51.0261, -1.8741
District
Wiltshire
Parish
Bishopstone
Postcode
SP5 4BB
Parliamentary constituency
Salisbury
Nearest railway station
Salisbury — 6.8 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Throope Hill?
Throope Hill is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode SP5 4BB), in the parish of Bishopstone.
What is Throope Hill?
Throope Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 153 m.
How do I get to Throope Hill?
The nearest railway station is Salisbury, about 6.8 km away. The nearest town is Salisbury. Drivers can use postcode SP5 4BB.
Is Throope Hill a protected site?
Yes — Throope Hill is part of the River Avon System SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Throope Down SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Throope Hill?
The nearest railway station is Salisbury, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SP5 4BB.