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Pole Hill Obelisk and View of London

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    May 15, 2020

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    Pole Hill is a hill on what was the border between Greater London and Essex. From its summit, there is an extensive view over much of east, north and west London.

    August 2, 2020

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    This pillar was erected in 1824 under the direction of the Reverend John Pond, MA, Astronomer Royal. It was placed on the Greenwich Meridian and its purpose was to indicate the direction of true north from the transit telescope of the Royal Observatory. The Greenwich Meridian as changed in 1850 and adopted by international agreement in 1884 as the line of zero longitude passes 19 feet to the east of this pillar.

    September 16, 2020

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    Interesting marker erected to show North from the Royal Observatory back in the day.

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    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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