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Elevation
201m
659 ft
Prominence
47m
Coordinates
52.2536, -1.1409
SP587620
OS Map
152
Explorer: 222
The summit features a prominent trig point and an impressive ancient earthwork, which may leave you wondering who would have fancied a picnic at the top millennia ago.
Borough Hill is composed mainly of Jurassic limestone, which provides a sturdy base and interesting rock formations. You'll also find evidence of historical quarrying in the area, showcasing the hill's industrial past.
From the summit, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the historic town of Daventry and rolling agricultural landscapes. On a clear day, you might even spot the distant Cotswolds.
The name Borough Hill likely refers to its historical role as a fortified site or 'borough', hinting at its medieval significance.
The hill features ancient earthworks believed to date back to the Iron Age, indicating its long history as a significant landmark.
A pleasant circular route starting from the town centre, taking you up to the summit and back, offering a mix of woodland paths and open fields.
There is parking available on Borough Hill's southern side, with a small car park providing easy access to the trails.
The nearest bus stop is in Daventry town centre, with services connecting to major towns in the region.
Facilities in Daventry include cafes, pubs, and public toilets, ensuring that you can refuel before or after your hike.
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Some common questions about the hills answered
Many walkers use Walkmates to join or organise walks with others. You can check for group walks around Borough Hill through the maps
Activity varies by location and time, but Walkmates lets you see whether others have shared walks or shown interest in this area. Find other people through the walking friends search walking friends for Borough Hill search or of course create your own walk for Borough Hill
Yes. If there aren’t any walks listed already, you can create a walk and make it available for others to join.
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There are often multiple ways to walk this hill, depending on experience and route preference. Walkmates helps you explore walks and routes that others have shared.
Yes. You can suggest or create routes to share with others. Walkmates focuses on the social side of walking, so routes are used to help people organise walks and explore areas together, rather than as detailed navigation tools or route libraries.
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