Rawdon Billing facts for kids
Rawdon Billing, also known as Billing Hill, is a lovely hill in Rawdon, West Yorkshire, England. It's easy to spot because it has trees on top! This hill reaches about 231 meters (or 758 feet) high. It's a very important landmark in the Aireborough area.
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What is Rawdon Billing?
Rawdon Billing is a natural high point in the landscape. It's a popular place for people to visit. You can find it in the village of Rawdon. The hill is a great spot for outdoor activities.
Exploring the Hill
Near the top of Rawdon Billing, you can find some interesting things. There are remains of an old quarry. A quarry is a place where stone was dug out of the ground. You can also see concrete foundations from World War II. These were built to help defend the area during the war. They might have been for searchlights or other military equipment.
Many walking paths cross Rawdon Billing. These paths are numbered 81, 89, 90, and 91. If you walk on a clear day, you can see far away! You might even spot famous places like York Minster. This is a very old and large church in the city of York.
Plane Spotting Fun
Rawdon Billing is a fantastic place for watching airplanes. It overlooks Leeds Bradford International Airport. This means you get a super clear view of planes taking off and landing. Many people who love planes, called "plane spotters," enjoy coming here.
Who Owns Rawdon Billing?
The Rawdon Trust owns Rawdon Billing. This trust manages land for the Emmott family. The Emmott family comes from Lancashire, another county in England. The trust helps to look after the hill.
A Golden Discovery
Something very exciting was found on Rawdon Billing a long time ago. In 1778, a gold "torc" was discovered. A torc is a type of necklace or collar. It was often made from twisted metal. These were worn by people in ancient times. We don't know where this special gold torc is now. It's a bit of a mystery!
Stone and Coal
Rawdon Billing was once used as a quarry. This means people dug out stone from the hill. This stone was used for building. For example, some stone from the Billing was used in Leeds city centre. It helped build the base of a building at 48 Albion Street. This building used to be a bank. Now, it's a Starbucks coffee shop!
There is also a small amount of coal on the Billing. However, there are no signs that people ever mined for coal there. Mining means digging deep into the ground to get minerals.
