Black Hill

Black Hill is a mountain summit in the Black Mountains reaching 640 meters with a distinctive knife-edge ridge offering clear views across both sides of the range. The landscape features marked elevations and depressions that make walking along the ridge a remarkable experience.

The area surrounding Black Hill contains evidence of human settlement dating back to prehistoric times, with multiple archaeological sites scattered across the region. These findings show that people have used this land for thousands of years.

The mountain earned the local name Cat's Back because its shape resembles a crouching cat when viewed from the Herefordshire side. This name reflects how people in the area perceive and describe the landscape around them.

Parking is available at a designated spot on the southern end of the ridge with space for about six vehicles, reached via minor roads from Longtown. Good preparation for weather changes and proper footwear are important since the ridge is exposed and the ground can be wet.

Near the summit sits a small peat pool whose size changes depending on local rainfall patterns. This natural pool is not immediately obvious but is often missed by visitors who pass nearby.

Location: Craswall

Location: Llanveynoe

Elevation above the sea: 640 m

GPS coordinates: 52.00698,-3.05788

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:24