Jubilee Hill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jubilee Hill |
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Thirdsland and Jubilee Hill
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 327 m (1,073 ft) |
| Parent peak | End Hill |
| Geography | |
| Location | Malvern Hills, England |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 150 |
| Geology | |
| Age of rock | Pre-Cambrian |
| Mountain type | Igneous, Metamorphic |
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| Easiest route | Hiking |
Jubilee Hill is a lovely spot in the Malvern Hills, a range of hills about 13 kilometers (8 miles) long. These hills stretch from north to south along the border between Herefordshire and Worcestershire in England. Jubilee Hill stands between Perseverance Hill and Pinnacle Hill, reaching a height of 327 meters (1,073 feet). It's a popular place for hiking and enjoying nature.
How Jubilee Hill Got Its Name
Jubilee Hill was given its name in 2002 by the Malvern Hills Conservators. This was done to celebrate a special event: Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee. A jubilee is a big celebration of an important anniversary, and the Golden Jubilee marked 50 years of the Queen's reign.
In 2003, The Duke of York visited the hill. He officially revealed a special plaque at the top. This plaque was put there to remember the hill's new name and the Queen's Jubilee. The plaque was later removed from the hill in 2018.
'Dad's Hill'
Before it was called Jubilee Hill, and even today by some local people, this hill was known as 'Dad's Hill'. This name came from a much-loved local man named Mr. Earp. He owned a bicycle shop and loved to climb the hill very often.
After Mr. Earp passed away, a group of people from the area decided to honor him. They still climb the hill on the same day every year. This tradition keeps the memory of 'Dad's Hill' alive.
Jubilee Drive
There's also a road that runs along the western side of the Malvern Hills. This road is called Jubilee Drive. It was built and named for another important royal celebration: the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria. This event happened much earlier, in 1887.
