Ivinghoe Beacon
Ivinghoe Beacon is a prominent hill and landmark in Buckinghamshire, England, 233 m (757 ft) above sea level in the Chiltern Hills, close to Ivinghoe and Aldbury. Dunstable, Berkhamsted and Tring are nearby.
| Ivinghoe Beacon | |
|---|---|
Ivinghoe Beacon, looking north from the Ridgeway | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 233 m (764 ft) |
| Coordinates | 51°50′31″N 0°36′21″W |
| Geography | |
Ivinghoe Beacon Ivinghoe Beacon shown within Buckinghamshire | |
| Location | Ivinghoe |
| Parent range | Chiltern Hills |
| OS grid | SP961168 |
The Beacon lies within the Ashridge Estate and is managed and owned by the National Trust. It is the starting point of the Icknield Way to the east, and the Ridgeway long-distance path to the west.
Ivinghoe Beacon is a popular spot for walkers and sightseers. Model aircraft enthusiasts also use lift generated by the wind blowing up the hill to fly their unpowered aircraft – a technique known as slope soaring.
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