Bishop Wilton Wold facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bishop Wilton Wold |
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The summit
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Prominence | c. 203 m |
| Listing | Marilyn, County Top |
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 Bishop Wilton Wold
Location in East Riding of Yorkshire
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| Location | Yorkshire Wolds, England |
| OS grid | SE820569 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 106 |
Bishop Wilton Wold is the highest point in the Yorkshire Wolds, a range of hills in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. The very top of this hill is known as Garrowby Hill. It is located about 5 miles (8 km) north of a town called Pocklington.
Like most of the Wolds, Bishop Wilton Wold is wide and mostly flat, with lots of farms. A main road, the A166 road, goes right past the top. Even though it looks flat, it's special because it's a Marilyn. This means it stands out from the land around it by at least 150 metres (492 feet). At the summit, you can find a special marker called a trig point, two covered reservoirs (which store water), and an aerial (like a tall radio mast).
The famous British artist David Hockney painted the amazing view from the top of Garrowby Hill in 1998.
A Sad Day: Plane Crash in 1944
On February 7, 1944, a sad event happened on Garrowby Hill. Around 10 in the morning, a Halifax MkV plane crashed here. This plane, named DK192 (OO-N), was from 1663 HCU and was based at RAF Rufforth.
There were seven people on the plane, who were all part of the aircrew. They were on a training flight, learning how to fly the aircraft. Sadly, all seven aircrew members died in the crash. A lorry driver who was passing by at the time was also killed. Today, there is a special memorial in a layby (a small parking area) on the A166 road at Garrowby Hill. It helps us remember the people who lost their lives that day.
Art from the Wolds: David Hockney's Painting
David Hockney is a very famous artist who was born in Yorkshire. In 1998, he created a beautiful painting of Garrowby Hill. His artwork often shows the landscapes and places he loves, and this painting captures the unique look of the Yorkshire Wolds.
