Court Hill

Hill, Mountain in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Court Hill

Logan Windmill This is all that is left of the windmill that was built shortly before 1684 by Patrick McDouall to lessen his estate's dependence on the nearby watermill which in summer was liable to failure.
Logan Windmill Credit: Patrick Lee

Court Hill is a prominent hill located in Wigtownshire, a region in southwestern Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 243 meters (797 feet), it stands as a notable landmark in the area. The hill is situated near the village of Sorbie, about 10 kilometers (6 miles) southeast of Wigtown, the county town of Wigtownshire.

Court Hill boasts a distinct conical shape with gentle slopes, making it a relatively easy climb for outdoor enthusiasts. Covered in lush green grass and dotted with scattered shrubs and trees, the hill offers picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, visitors are rewarded with panoramic vistas that span across the Solway Firth and the Galloway Hills.

The summit of Court Hill is crowned by a trig point, which serves as a triangulation station for mapping and surveying purposes. This feature adds to the hill's appeal for hikers and provides a point of interest for those interested in geodesy and cartography.

The hill is accessible via several footpaths and trails that wind their way through the rolling farmland in the vicinity. These paths offer a variety of options for exploring Court Hill and the surrounding countryside, allowing visitors to customize their hiking experience based on their preferences and fitness levels.

Overall, Court Hill is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike, offering a rewarding outdoor experience with its scenic beauty and accessible hiking opportunities.

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Court Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.742133/-4.9506962 or Grid Reference NX1042. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Logan Windmill This is all that is left of the windmill that was built shortly before 1684 by Patrick McDouall to lessen his estate's dependence on the nearby watermill which in summer was liable to failure.
Logan Windmill
This is all that is left of the windmill that was built shortly before 1684 by Patrick McDouall to lessen his estate's dependence on the nearby watermill which in summer was liable to failure.
Logan Windmill 2 Another view of Logan Windmill showing the curious vaulted structure at its base
Logan Windmill 2
Another view of Logan Windmill showing the curious vaulted structure at its base
Logan Botanic Gardens Entrance of the B7065
Logan Botanic Gardens
Entrance of the B7065
Muddy road in the Rhinns West Myroch farm in the distance.
Muddy road in the Rhinns
West Myroch farm in the distance.
Disused track The twin hedges indicate where this mapped track went, but it's clearly not used much now.
Disused track
The twin hedges indicate where this mapped track went, but it's clearly not used much now.
Balkelzie Bridge, Logan Toll Junction of the A716 and B7065 at Balkelzie Bridge.
Balkelzie Bridge, Logan Toll
Junction of the A716 and B7065 at Balkelzie Bridge.
New England Bay Picnic Area A picnic area set back from New England Bay just off the A716 on the east side of The Rhins.
New England Bay Picnic Area
A picnic area set back from New England Bay just off the A716 on the east side of The Rhins.
Auchabreck, South Rhins View from West Myroch northwest across the cattle crazing fields of Auchabreck.
Auchabreck, South Rhins
View from West Myroch northwest across the cattle crazing fields of Auchabreck.
Balgowan View along this rocky shoreline with little or no sandy beach to see. Centre of picture on the horizon is Logan Mills, the remains of Logan Windmill, Balgowan Cottage and Portacree Beach which has a slipway. This section of beach within this grid square is only about 150 yards in length and was reached on foot from New England Bay past Balgowan Point finishing (for me) at Logan Mills.
Balgowan
View along this rocky shoreline with little or no sandy beach to see. Centre of picture on the horizon is Logan Mills, the remains of Logan Windmill, Balgowan Cottage and Portacree Beach which has a slipway. This section of beach within this grid square is only about 150 yards in length and was reached on foot from New England Bay past Balgowan Point finishing (for me) at Logan Mills.
Balgowan View along this rocky shoreline in the direction of Balgowan Point. The large 'blob' of rock on the horizon is the Big Scare which I discovered can be visited by boat because it's outside the RAF bombing range. Assuming fair weather and accurate bombing I should be just fine when I try and bag this grid.
Balgowan
View along this rocky shoreline in the direction of Balgowan Point. The large 'blob' of rock on the horizon is the Big Scare which I discovered can be visited by boat because it's outside the RAF bombing range. Assuming fair weather and accurate bombing I should be just fine when I try and bag this grid.
Balgowan View along this rocky shoreline towards Portacree Beach and Balgowan Cottage.
Balgowan
View along this rocky shoreline towards Portacree Beach and Balgowan Cottage.
New England Bay This group of trees seen from the beach, hide the Caravan Club reception building and shop which sells a mean tub of Galloway ice cream in several mouth watering flavours.
New England Bay
This group of trees seen from the beach, hide the Caravan Club reception building and shop which sells a mean tub of Galloway ice cream in several mouth watering flavours.
West Galloway Wildlife Trail View of this information point near to the entrance to New England Bay caravan site.
West Galloway Wildlife Trail
View of this information point near to the entrance to New England Bay caravan site.
New England Bay View of the entrance to this Caravan Club site which sits on the edge of the extensive beach. The beach is open to the public with parking spaces on the grass next to the beach (right of picture) plus a large picnic area (left of picture) and public toilets. All in all a great venue for a day out.
New England Bay
View of the entrance to this Caravan Club site which sits on the edge of the extensive beach. The beach is open to the public with parking spaces on the grass next to the beach (right of picture) plus a large picnic area (left of picture) and public toilets. All in all a great venue for a day out.
New England Bay View from the entrance to this caravan site down the A716 in the direction of Drummore.
New England Bay
View from the entrance to this caravan site down the A716 in the direction of Drummore.
New England Bay View from the entrance to this caravan site up along the A716 in the direction of Stranraer. The pedestrians crossing sign warns motorists of a hidden track right of picture which is used as a shortcut to the caravan site and runs along the side of the picnic area. It emerges at the side of this road.
New England Bay
View from the entrance to this caravan site up along the A716 in the direction of Stranraer. The pedestrians crossing sign warns motorists of a hidden track right of picture which is used as a shortcut to the caravan site and runs along the side of the picnic area. It emerges at the side of this road.
New England Bay View along the A716 to Drummore, Myroch Hill is right of picture.
New England Bay
View along the A716 to Drummore, Myroch Hill is right of picture.
Drum Hill View along the A716 in the direction of Drummore.
Drum Hill
View along the A716 in the direction of Drummore.
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Court Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX1042 (Lat: 54.742133, Lng: -4.9506962)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Nearby Amenities

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Botanic Gardens
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Naptan Street: B7065
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Lat/Long: 54.7376538/-4.9504705
Botanic Gardens
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Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Botanic Gardens
Naptan Indicator: opp road end
Naptan Landmark: Botanic Gardens
Naptan NaptanCode: 34234947
Naptan Notes: none
Naptan Street: B7065
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
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Botanics Shop
Shop: gift
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Charging Station
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Bicycle Parking
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Source: survey;gps
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West Thorney
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.7387042/-4.9547107
Bench
Backrest: yes
Source: survey;gps
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Bench
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