Babylon Hill, Geological site and hill in Over Compton, England
Babylon Hill extends across 2.2 hectares of land in Dorset, featuring natural geological formations along the northern slope near the A30 road.
The English Civil War in 1642 brought military action to Babylon Hill when the Earl of Bedford's Roundheads fought against Sir Ralph Hopton's Cavaliers.
The geological structures at Babylon Hill provide scientists and researchers with valuable data about the natural composition of Dorset's landscape.
The modern A30 dual carriageway follows the natural contours of Babylon Hill, replacing the steep gradient and dangerous curves of the original London Road.
Babylon Hill received its Site of Special Scientific Interest designation in 1977 due to the geological elements found within its boundaries.
Location: Over Compton
Location: Bradford Abbas
GPS coordinates: 50.93740,-2.60479
Latest update: March 28, 2025 01:53
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