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HFF from Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset

Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset is quite steep, with an average incline of about 17.1%. The maximum gradient on the hill reaches 22%. This makes it one of the steepest town roads in England.
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The hill is 165 meters long.
The average grade is 17.1%, meaning for every 100 meters traveled, the hill rises 17.1 meters.
The maximum grade is 22%, indicating the steepest part of the hill.
The hill is known for its cobbles, which can make it challenging to walk or cycle on.
Gold Hill is famous for its appearance in the 1970s Hovis bread advert, which is why it's also known as Hovis Hill.
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Amelia said:

This reminds me of Rosa. ;-) I wouldn't be able to climb up this hill at the moment.
10 days ago

Nick Weall replied to Amelia:

So the ribs still feel tickled do they dear LGM? Climbing or descending this hill is no joke. A sledge is probably the best solution ~ although I used to manage on my school bike on a good day!
10 days ago

Jocelyne Villoing said:

Derniers rayons... !
HFF Nick.
10 days ago ( translate )

Nick Weall replied to Jocelyne Villoing:

Thank you Jocelyne ~ Best wishes
9 days ago

Annemarie said:

most beautiful
happy weekend.
10 days ago ( translate )

Nick Weall replied to Annemarie:

Thank you Annemarie ~ Hanwe
9 days ago ( translate )

Xata said:

Beautiful but must be hard the way up!
HFF to you.
10 days ago

Nick Weall replied to Xata:

It certainly is :)
9 days ago

trester88 said:

Wie steil!
HFF und ein schönes Wochenende, Nick!
10 days ago ( translate )

Nick Weall replied to trester88:

Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset is quite steep, with an average incline of about 17.1%. The maximum gradient on the hill reaches 22%. This makes it one of the steepest town roads in England.
More details:
The hill is 165 meters long.
The average grade is 17.1%, meaning for every 100 meters traveled, the hill rises 17.1 meters.
The maximum grade is 22%, indicating the steepest part of the hill.
The hill is known for its cobbles, which can make it challenging to walk or cycle on.
Gold Hill is famous for its appearance in the 1970s Hovis bread advert, which is why it's also known as Hovis Hill.
9 days ago

William Sutherland said:

Beautiful village capture! HFF!
10 days ago ( translate )

Nick Weall replied to William Sutherland:

Thanks William
9 days ago ( translate )

gezginruh said:

As everybody said it must be diffucult to climb this hill now...
HFF and have a great weekend,dear Nick!

Warm greetings
GGR
10 days ago

Nick Weall replied to gezginruh:

Yes, you need strong muscles dear GGR ~~~ Enjoy your weekend ~~~
9 days ago ( translate )

Frank J Casella said:

HFF! Postcard perfect.
10 days ago ( translate )