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Rowley Regis is a peninsulated promontory in the Seisdon Hundred. It stretches between two separate parts of Worcestershireshire and Shropshire. Near Dudley, Halesowen, and Halesowen. It is made up of a range of hills that are terminated by several high peaks or summits of perpendicular rocks. One of these, Hailstone or Turner's Hill (or Hailstone), is a significant attraction as it offers extensive views over the surrounding countryside. One species of quartzose, a basaltic type of stone that is not calcareous, forms the base of the largest hill. It is also known as Rowley Rag-stone. Rowley Regis is part of the great Barony of Dudley. It is located in the Diocese of Worcester. It is home to approximately 14,000 people and covers 3670 acres.