Elevation 111 m | ||
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Location Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales | ||
The White Hill is a hill rising 365 feet (111 m) which lies to the west of the town of Monmouth, South Wales and north of Wonastow. It is also a forested area, known as Whitehill Wood.
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Map of White Hill, Monmouth, UK
History
At the start of the 20th Century the White Hill had an abundance of blackthorn and cherry trees. In the spring the hedgerows and trees would blossom so the hill would be covered in a mass of white - hence the White Hill. During the 20th century the Forestry Commission took over management of the woods and gradually blossoming trees and hedgerows have been replaced with faster growing evergreen trees.
Nature
The hill is home to a herd of approximately 40 fallow deer, as well as badgers, foxes and a host of smaller mammals that provide ample prey for the buzzards and kestrels. In the summer adders and grass snakes can be seen among the wood piles.
Walking
As well as a circular Forestry Commission right of way, Offa's Dyke runs along the foothills of the White Hill.
Woods
The White Hill is covered with approximately 20 small woods and groves.