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Thwartergill Head

Landscape Feature in Roxburghshire

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Thwartergill Head

Kershope Burn at Day Holm Views from the forest track are few and far between which may explain why most of the photographs in this grid square are taken here.
Kershope Burn at Day Holm Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Thwartergill Head is a prominent landscape feature located in Roxburghshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Situated in the southern part of the county, Thwartergill Head is a hill that forms part of the scenic landscape of the area.

Standing at an elevation of approximately 450 meters (1,480 feet), Thwartergill Head offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides, covered with lush green vegetation, and its distinct peak that provides a vantage point for visitors to appreciate the beauty of the region.

The hill is predominantly composed of sedimentary rock formations, with layers of sandstone and shale visible along its slopes. This geological composition gives Thwartergill Head its unique appearance and contributes to the diverse flora and fauna that can be found in the area.

Thwartergill Head is also known for its rich history. It is believed to have been used as a lookout point during ancient times, providing an advantageous position for observing the surrounding lands. The hill has also been associated with various local legends and folklore, adding to its allure and mystique.

Today, Thwartergill Head attracts outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers who come to explore its trails and soak in the breathtaking scenery. With its picturesque views and historical significance, Thwartergill Head is a notable landscape feature that showcases the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Roxburghshire.

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Thwartergill Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.162864/-2.7564404 or Grid Reference NY5185. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kershope Burn at Day Holm Views from the forest track are few and far between which may explain why most of the photographs in this grid square are taken here.
Kershope Burn at Day Holm
Views from the forest track are few and far between which may explain why most of the photographs in this grid square are taken here.
Spider webs beside the forest track at Day Holm
Spider webs beside the forest track at Day Holm
Welcome to Scotland Forest gate across the track leading into Scotland.
Welcome to Scotland
Forest gate across the track leading into Scotland.
Kershope Burn This river denotes the boundary between Scotland and England in this area.
Kershope Burn
This river denotes the boundary between Scotland and England in this area.
Forestry road, Newcastleton Forest
Forestry road, Newcastleton Forest
The Border Stone This modern sculpture, about 8 feet high, has the words of 'Auld Lang Syne' in Broad Scots inscribed in circular form on the 'Scottish' side of the stone and 'Jerusalem' representing England on the other. However, to describe it as the 'Border' stone is wrong since it is an incursion into Scotland located nearly one mile within Scotland!
The Border Stone
This modern sculpture, about 8 feet high, has the words of 'Auld Lang Syne' in Broad Scots inscribed in circular form on the 'Scottish' side of the stone and 'Jerusalem' representing England on the other. However, to describe it as the 'Border' stone is wrong since it is an incursion into Scotland located nearly one mile within Scotland!
Tweedenhead Cottage The derelict cottage of Tweedenhead within Newcastleton Forest.There are many miles of forest tracks within the forest used by cyclists and walkers.
Tweedenhead Cottage
The derelict cottage of Tweedenhead within Newcastleton Forest.There are many miles of forest tracks within the forest used by cyclists and walkers.
Tweedenhead Disused farmhouse at Tweedenhead in Newcastleton Forest.
Tweedenhead
Disused farmhouse at Tweedenhead in Newcastleton Forest.
Songs in the middle of a forest The Border Stane, so-called as it represents the division between England and Scotland. The actual border appears to be over 1km away, however it is one of the Seven Stanes cycle route. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2730039">NY5186 : This side - Jerusalem</a> for a closer look.
Songs in the middle of a forest
The Border Stane, so-called as it represents the division between England and Scotland. The actual border appears to be over 1km away, however it is one of the Seven Stanes cycle route. See NY5186 : This side - Jerusalem for a closer look.
This side - Jerusalem The 'English' side of the Border Stane, appropriately inscribed. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2730056">NY5186 : Looking at England through a hole</a> for the 'Scottish' side.
This side - Jerusalem
The 'English' side of the Border Stane, appropriately inscribed. See NY5186 : Looking at England through a hole for the 'Scottish' side.
Looking at England through a hole The Border Stane, as seen from the Scottish perspective. The words to Auld Lang Syne spiral around the hole, where people may shake hands across two countries. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2730033">NY5186 : Songs in the middle of a forest</a> for the opposite side, or <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/828910">NY5186 : Newcastleton Forest - The Border Stane</a> for a broad view by Andy Connor.
Looking at England through a hole
The Border Stane, as seen from the Scottish perspective. The words to Auld Lang Syne spiral around the hole, where people may shake hands across two countries. See NY5186 : Songs in the middle of a forest for the opposite side, or NY5186 : Newcastleton Forest - The Border Stane for a broad view by Andy Connor.
Warning signs But no warning of the fact that the track is part of a popular mountain bike route. Not to worry, the weather may have reduced the numbers likely to appear. Near the Border Stane - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2730033">NY5186 : Songs in the middle of a forest</a>.
Warning signs
But no warning of the fact that the track is part of a popular mountain bike route. Not to worry, the weather may have reduced the numbers likely to appear. Near the Border Stane - NY5186 : Songs in the middle of a forest.
Snowy track A sudden snowy downpour in the morning has brought some seasonal sparkle to the English side of the border.
Snowy track
A sudden snowy downpour in the morning has brought some seasonal sparkle to the English side of the border.
Winter across the border Snow has carpeted the Kershope Burn, the border between England and Scotland.
Winter across the border
Snow has carpeted the Kershope Burn, the border between England and Scotland.
Hidden Valley, Newcastleton The top of the first bit of singletrack on the red route at Newcastleton.
Hidden Valley, Newcastleton
The top of the first bit of singletrack on the red route at Newcastleton.
Obstacle, Hidden Valley An optional crossing of a pond on the Hidden Valley singletrack at Newcastleton.
Obstacle, Hidden Valley
An optional crossing of a pond on the Hidden Valley singletrack at Newcastleton.
Tweeden Burn At the foot of Hillhouse Wood, Newcastleton Forest.
Tweeden Burn
At the foot of Hillhouse Wood, Newcastleton Forest.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest The road is being regraded prior to a new surface being added. This made things very muddy.
Logging road, Newcastleton Forest
The road is being regraded prior to a new surface being added. This made things very muddy.
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Thwartergill Head is located at Grid Ref: NY5185 (Lat: 55.162864, Lng: -2.7564404)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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