Round Hill West Yorkshire Map

About Round Hill

The landscape around Round Hill offers a gentle undulation, characteristic of the West Yorkshire countryside. It lies 0.7 km south-south-west of Castleford (from Castleford: bearing 192°T, OS grid SE 426 249). Historically, this suburban expanse likely developed in proximity to the larger market town of Castleford, benefiting from its established infrastructure and transport links. The immediate vicinity of Round Hill is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles reflecting different periods of development. While not boasting grand historical structures itself, Round Hill's proximity to Castleford means residents have easy access to the Pontefract Castle ruins and the rich industrial heritage of the wider Wakefield district. The area's character is largely defined by its suburban tranquility, serving as a residential base for those working in nearby urban centres.

About This Round Hill Map Page

Explore Round Hill, West Yorkshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.719201, -1.355818. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.