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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Taken on Saturday October 1, 2011
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Posted on Friday April 25, 2025
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Amelia said:
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Jocelyne Villoing said:
HFF Nick.
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Annemarie said:
happy weekend.
Nick Weall replied to Annemarie:
Xata said:
HFF to you.
Nick Weall replied to Xata:
trester88 said:
HFF und ein schönes Wochenende, Nick!
Nick Weall replied to trester88:
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.
William Sutherland said:
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gezginruh said:
HFF and have a great weekend,dear Nick!
Warm greetings
GGR
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