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Sròn nam Broc

Landscape Feature in Perthshire

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Sròn nam Broc

On ski in Glen Tilt 1983 Good snow cover on a trip up to the Bedford Memorial Bridge, with part of the Beinn a' Ghlo massif in the background.
On ski in Glen Tilt 1983 Credit: Jim Barton

Sròn nam Broc is a prominent landscape feature located in Perthshire, Scotland. The name Sròn nam Broc translates to "Nose of the Badgers" in Gaelic, which reflects the area's rich wildlife and natural beauty. This picturesque hill is characterized by its gently sloping terrain and lush vegetation, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The summit of Sròn nam Broc offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills and forests of Perthshire. On a clear day, visitors can see all the way to the distant peaks of the Scottish Highlands. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including badgers, deer, and a wide range of bird species.

Sròn nam Broc is easily accessible by foot, with several well-marked trails leading to the summit. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the sights and sounds of the Scottish countryside, from babbling brooks to ancient woodlands. Whether you're looking for a challenging hike or a peaceful retreat in nature, Sròn nam Broc has something to offer for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.875493/-3.7152747 or Grid Reference NN9577. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On ski in Glen Tilt 1983 Good snow cover on a trip up to the Bedford Memorial Bridge, with part of the Beinn a' Ghlo massif in the background.
On ski in Glen Tilt 1983
Good snow cover on a trip up to the Bedford Memorial Bridge, with part of the Beinn a' Ghlo massif in the background.
Allt Fheannach joining the River Tilt
Allt Fheannach joining the River Tilt
River terrace in Glen Tilt
River terrace in Glen Tilt
River terraces on the Tilt
River terraces on the Tilt
North flank of Glen Tilt
North flank of Glen Tilt
The straight river, Glen Tilt The glen follows a fault line through the hills NE to SW for a considerable distance, though in this particular stretch the River Tilt is dead straight for a kilometre, resembling a canal apart from the rapid flow.
The straight river, Glen Tilt
The glen follows a fault line through the hills NE to SW for a considerable distance, though in this particular stretch the River Tilt is dead straight for a kilometre, resembling a canal apart from the rapid flow.
Moorland, Bràigh Coire na Conlaich Near the summit of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich, looking over short cropped heather towards the upper reaches of the Tarf
Moorland, Bràigh Coire na Conlaich
Near the summit of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich, looking over short cropped heather towards the upper reaches of the Tarf
Track on An Sligearnach Looking over high altitude heath towards An Sligearnach from Bràigh Coire na Conlaich. As is often the case in Atholl there is a vehicle track across the tundra. Moss campion has just started to flower.
Track on An Sligearnach
Looking over high altitude heath towards An Sligearnach from Bràigh Coire na Conlaich. As is often the case in Atholl there is a vehicle track across the tundra. Moss campion has just started to flower.
Track, Bràigh Coire na Conlaich Vehicle tracks on the close cropped heather and infertile thin soils of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich. Exposure to wind has ensured no peat deposits have built up here.
Track, Bràigh Coire na Conlaich
Vehicle tracks on the close cropped heather and infertile thin soils of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich. Exposure to wind has ensured no peat deposits have built up here.
Allt Mheann A burn falling into Glen Tilt. With its steep sides and glacial over deepening, Glen Tilt is a good place for waterfalls.
Allt Mheann
A burn falling into Glen Tilt. With its steep sides and glacial over deepening, Glen Tilt is a good place for waterfalls.
Road to the Tarf The Tarf - Tilt river system takes a sharp turn in upper Glen Tilt. This steep road cuts the corner and serves the upper river, now called the Tarf. It replaces an old pony path and is very loose and unpleasant to walk over. The sharp peak is Dùn Beag.
Road to the Tarf
The Tarf - Tilt river system takes a sharp turn in upper Glen Tilt. This steep road cuts the corner and serves the upper river, now called the Tarf. It replaces an old pony path and is very loose and unpleasant to walk over. The sharp peak is Dùn Beag.
Fèith an Dùin Grouse moors around the Fèith an Dùin a burn which flows towards the River Tilt as the Allt Mheann.
Fèith an Dùin
Grouse moors around the Fèith an Dùin a burn which flows towards the River Tilt as the Allt Mheann.
Road to the Tarf Replacing a well loved pony path, this bulldozed road cuts the corner between Glen Tilt and its higher continuation, The Tarf. It is loose and not too pleasant to walk along, but is a good quality vehicle road. The view is over the invisible depths of Glen Tilt towards Creag Cam a' Choire above Glen Loch.
Road to the Tarf
Replacing a well loved pony path, this bulldozed road cuts the corner between Glen Tilt and its higher continuation, The Tarf. It is loose and not too pleasant to walk along, but is a good quality vehicle road. The view is over the invisible depths of Glen Tilt towards Creag Cam a' Choire above Glen Loch.
Bràigh Coire na Conlaich Crisp heather with thin soils near the summit of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich. The view north is towards the col between Carn an Fhidhleir and An Sgarsoch (right).
Bràigh Coire na Conlaich
Crisp heather with thin soils near the summit of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich. The view north is towards the col between Carn an Fhidhleir and An Sgarsoch (right).
Bog and track on Bràigh Coire na Conlaich There is a bulldozed road up Bràigh Coire na Conlaich from Glen Tilt.
Bog and track on Bràigh Coire na Conlaich
There is a bulldozed road up Bràigh Coire na Conlaich from Glen Tilt.
Bràigh Coire na Conlaich Summit of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich, unmarked save for a bulldozed road.
Bràigh Coire na Conlaich
Summit of Bràigh Coire na Conlaich, unmarked save for a bulldozed road.
Allt a' Chrochaidh Boggy basin above Glen Tilt.
Allt a' Chrochaidh
Boggy basin above Glen Tilt.
Glen Tilt Land Rover track between the river Tilt and Forest Lodge Wood.
Glen Tilt
Land Rover track between the river Tilt and Forest Lodge Wood.
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Sròn nam Broc is located at Grid Ref: NN9577 (Lat: 56.875493, Lng: -3.7152747)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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