Victoria Hill

Hill, Mountain in Argyllshire

Scotland

Victoria Hill

Cladh nam Paitean Burial Ground Credit: Elliott Simpson

Victoria Hill, located in Argyllshire, is a prominent natural landmark in the region. Standing at an impressive elevation of 1,200 feet above sea level, this mountain offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Situated in the picturesque Scottish Highlands, Victoria Hill attracts hikers, mountaineers, and nature enthusiasts alike.

Covered in lush greenery, the mountain features a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, ferns, and various species of birds. The terrain is characterized by rugged slopes and rocky outcrops, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience for adventurers. The mountain is known for its well-maintained trails, making it accessible to both experienced climbers and beginners.

The summit of Victoria Hill offers unparalleled views of the Argyllshire countryside, with its rolling hills, shimmering lochs, and distant coastal vistas. On clear days, one can even catch a glimpse of the nearby islands of Mull and Islay. The breathtaking scenery attracts photographers and nature lovers who seek to capture the raw beauty of the Scottish wilderness.

Victoria Hill holds historical significance as well. Named in honor of Queen Victoria, the mountain serves as a reminder of the monarch's enduring legacy. It stands as a symbol of the region's rich history and natural heritage.

Overall, Victoria Hill in Argyllshire stands as a majestic and awe-inspiring mountain, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the unparalleled beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Victoria Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.565723/-5.70457 or Grid Reference NR6636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cladh nam Paitean Burial Ground

Elliott Simpson

A83 north of Glenbarr Village

Elliott Simpson

Glenbarr War Memorial

Situated in an isolated location to the north of Glenbarr, the war memorial is a rustic sandstone cross with a sandstone pillared gateway.

G Laird

Old Milestone by the A83, north of Glenbarr

Stone post by the A83, in parish of Killean and Kilchenzie (Kintyre District), North of Glennbarr, South of school, opposite school sign near top of hill. Inscription reads:- FROM CAMBN 13 MILES Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: AB_CTTB13

Milestone Society

Old Milestone by the A83, south of Glenbarr

Milestone by the A83, in parish of Killean and Kilchenzie (Kintyre District), South of Glenbarr, near 'Side Wind' sign, North of end of crash barrier, East side of road. Inscription reads:- FROM CAMPBN 12 MILES Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: AB_CTTB12

Milestone Society

Triangulation pillar on Victoria Hill, Glenbarr

John Ferguson

Old milestone

In 2012 the 9 mile stone at Putechan was laid on the ground. It was not seen in 2019. This 12 mile stone seems to have survived quite well since 2012. It is south of Glenbarr near a Side Winds sign.

Chris Minto

Glenbarr Kirk

The kirk is now in use as a church hall.

Anne Burgess

Glenbarr Abbey

Barr House, the original house on the site, was remodelled about 1815 into a Gothic fantasy, attributed to James Gillespie Graham, and extended in 1844 by the addition of three blocks to the south, each one lower than the next. It is Category B Listed building, and it is on the Buildings at Risk Register. See Link

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Anne Burgess

Cladh nam Paitean

The eye-catching pinnacles are not part of a gateway, but the whole thing appears to be the subject of confusing information. Link

gives some information about its origins, and says its alternative name is 'Macalister of Glenbarr Burial Enclosure', but says nothing more about Macalisters of Glenbarr. It also describes it as 'a modern burial ground' but goes on to say that it was in existence by 1699, and the earliest gravestone bears the date 1731. It is a Category C Listed building, using the same names, but it is mapped as Killegruer Burial Ground. The entrance is not, as I expected, through the archway, but through a modest gate in the south dyke.

Anne Burgess

Killegruer Burial Ground

Some of the gravestones in the neatly kept burial ground.

Anne Burgess

Rough Enclosure

We wondered if this enclosure of stones was perhaps one of the older graves in the burial ground, but there was nothing to tell us the answer.

Anne Burgess

Macalister of Glenbarr Burial Ground

I am assuming that the six-pinnacled building on the east side of the burial ground is the burial enclosure of the Macalisters of Glenbarr.

Anne Burgess

Carved Gravestone

The relief carving on this stone seems to be surviving exposure to the westerly winds from the sea, but we were still unsure exactly what it depicts.

Anne Burgess

Cladh nam Paitean

The name may mean 'graveyard of the drowned' from the story that it was set up to bury some shipwrecked sailors. It is certainly very close to the sea.

Anne Burgess

Glenbarr War Memorial

The memorial is sited right beside the A83 and is not easy to access as there's no convenient parking and it's hazardous walking along the A83 if it's busy. See Link

for a full transcription of the inscription and list of the men commemorated.

Anne Burgess