Mountains & hills · South West England
West Hill
In or near Church Knowle.
West Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 120 m.
David Martin — 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
- Norden · 1.0 km
- Dog-friendly
About
West Hill is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 120 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Protected designations
- National Nature Reserve: PURBECK HEATHS
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Hill is a mountain located in South-East England. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, making it a notable spot for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area features various trails suitable for different skill levels, providing opportunities for hiking and nature observation. Its elevation and natural beauty attract visitors seeking both recreation and relaxation in a scenic environment.
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- Coordinates
- 50.6408, -2.0749
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Corfe Castle
- Postcode
- BH20 5DS
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Norden — 1 km
Sources
- osm: n454948978 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Corfe Castle Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Campsites · 0.5 km
Norden Farm
Campsites · 0.5 km
Church Farm Campsite
Campsites · 0.7 km
West Hill
Mountains & hills · 0.7 km
Parish Church of Saint Peter
Historic churches · 0.8 km
Bucknowle Farm campsite
Campsites · 0.9 km
The Rings: a ringwork and bailey and a Civil War battery 400m south west of Corfe Castle
Literary houses · 0.9 km
Norden railway station (England)
Heritage railway stations · 1.0 km
Church Knowle
Towns & cities · 1.0 km
Knowle Hill
Mountains & hills · 1.0 km
Bucknowle Farm
Hill forts · 1.0 km
Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum
Museums · 1.1 km
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West Hill
West Hill — a hill or mountain in england south east.
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Parish Church of Saint Peter
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Bucknowle Farm campsite
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Where to eat & stay near West Hill
Places to stay
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Corfe Castle Camping and Caravanning Club Site
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Norden Farm
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Church Farm Campsite
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Bucknowle Farm campsite
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Hill?
- West Hill is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH20 5DS), in the parish of Corfe Castle.
- What is West Hill?
- West Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 120 m.
- How do I get to West Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Norden, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH20 5DS.
- Is West Hill a protected site?
- Yes — West Hill is part of the PURBECK HEATHS National Nature Reserve and the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to West Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Norden, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH20 5DS.