Rawdon Billing, sometimes referred to as Billing Hill, is a tree-topped hill situated in Rawdon,

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. Reaching an elevation of , it is a significant landmark in the Aireborough area. The remains of a

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, as well as concrete foundations for

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defensive installations, can be found near the top. A number of local footpaths (81, 89, 90 and 91) cross the Billing or near to it, and it is possible to see many landmarks on a clear day, including York Minster, with a very good view of aircraft entering and leaving

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. It is owned by the Rawdon Trust, land agents for the Emmott family from Lancashire. The Billing is a popular place for local walkers and plane spotters as it overlooks Leeds Bradford Airport. In 1778, a gold torc was found on the Billing. The whereabouts of the artifact is unknown. Though sparse, there is evidence of coal on the Billing; however, though it was used previously as a quarry, there is no sign of mining. Stone from the Billing was apparently used at the base of 48 Albion Street in Leeds city centre. The former bank now houses a

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References

External links

Route map leaflet which includes a walk over Rawdon Billing (Leeds City Council "Doorstep Walks")
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