Hilladd

Hilladd is a fictional village used in encyclopedic examples to illustrate rural geography and local governance. Located on a gentle hill above a river valley, it lies in the imagined region of Northreach. The village covers about 5 square kilometers and rests at an elevation around 320 meters. The climate is temperate with mild winters and warm summers.

The name Hilladd combines elements from common Old English toponyms, representing hill and enclosure, and is presented in the fiction as dating to the 17th century when the first settlements formed around a central green and a stone bridge.

The economy of Hilladd centers on agriculture, small-scale crafts, and seasonal tourism. Local farms grow apples and grains; a weekly market sells produce and baked goods. A crafts cooperative supports pottery, weaving, and woodwork.

Governance is conducted by a village council within the fictional Northreach County. Public services include a volunteer fire brigade, a countryside library, and a neighborhood association.

Cultural life emphasizes the Hilladd Fair, held each autumn with traditional music, demonstrations, and visual arts. The Hilladd Observatory on the hilltop is used for stargazing programs and educational outreach in the region.

Transport links include a rural road network and a bus service to the regional capital, with bicycle paths connecting the village to surrounding farmland.