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Balnowlart Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Balnowlart Hill

A77 north of Ballantrae This busy main road which carries the traffic from Central Scotland down to the Irish ferries at Cairnryan and Stranraer is a bit of a racetrack here where it crosses the raised beach just to the north of Ballantrae. Unfortunately, the position of this road next to the coast means that the whole fine 18 km length of coastline between Ballantrae and Girvan is effectively inaccessible to walkers and cyclists.
A77 north of Ballantrae Credit: Oliver Dixon

Balnowlart Hill is a prominent landmark located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Situated in the southern part of the country, it is part of the wider Galloway Hills range. The hill is characterized by its distinctive conical shape and stands at an elevation of approximately 408 meters (1,339 feet) above sea level.

Balnowlart Hill is primarily composed of granite, which gives it a rugged and weathered appearance. The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with the Ayrshire coast and the Firth of Clyde visible on clear days. It is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, attracting both locals and tourists.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with heather and grasses covering the lower slopes, and hardy plants such as saxifrage and mosses found higher up. The area is also known for its rich birdlife, including species like buzzards, kestrels, and peregrine falcons.

The summit of Balnowlart Hill provides a vantage point from which visitors can admire the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. On a clear day, it is even possible to see the peaks of the nearby Galloway Hills and Arran in the distance.

Access to Balnowlart Hill is relatively straightforward, with several well-marked trails leading to the summit. The hill offers a peaceful and serene environment, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.110484/-4.974323 or Grid Reference NX1083. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A77 north of Ballantrae This busy main road which carries the traffic from Central Scotland down to the Irish ferries at Cairnryan and Stranraer is a bit of a racetrack here where it crosses the raised beach just to the north of Ballantrae. Unfortunately, the position of this road next to the coast means that the whole fine 18 km length of coastline between Ballantrae and Girvan is effectively inaccessible to walkers and cyclists.
A77 north of Ballantrae
This busy main road which carries the traffic from Central Scotland down to the Irish ferries at Cairnryan and Stranraer is a bit of a racetrack here where it crosses the raised beach just to the north of Ballantrae. Unfortunately, the position of this road next to the coast means that the whole fine 18 km length of coastline between Ballantrae and Girvan is effectively inaccessible to walkers and cyclists.
South Lodge, Laggan House A 2 km driveway runs up the Stinchar valley from here to Laggan House.
South Lodge, Laggan House
A 2 km driveway runs up the Stinchar valley from here to Laggan House.
Raised beach and old cliffline at Corseclays, north of Ballantrae
Raised beach and old cliffline at Corseclays, north of Ballantrae
Driveway to Hilltop Cottage, Corseclays
Driveway to Hilltop Cottage, Corseclays
Stream north of Ballantrae A narrow strip, one field wide and traversed by this stream, separates the A77 from the beach just north of Ballantrae.
Stream north of Ballantrae
A narrow strip, one field wide and traversed by this stream, separates the A77 from the beach just north of Ballantrae.
Laggan At the lower end of the Stinchar valley.
Laggan
At the lower end of the Stinchar valley.
Corseclays Farm, near Ballantrae On the B734. The hill in the distance is Knockdollan <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NX1184">NX1184</a>.
Corseclays Farm, near Ballantrae
On the B734. The hill in the distance is Knockdollan NX1184.
Road out The hill in the distance has a wee cairn on top, road heads back to Ballantrae
Road out
The hill in the distance has a wee cairn on top, road heads back to Ballantrae
Remains of Sailing Ship Richard on shore N of Ballantrae All that is left of the Danish four masted Sailing Ship Richard III which was blown ashore in 1926. For further information contact photographer.
Remains of Sailing Ship Richard on shore N of Ballantrae
All that is left of the Danish four masted Sailing Ship Richard III which was blown ashore in 1926. For further information contact photographer.
Net covered remains of Sailing Ship Richard III Foundered on shore in 1926 on way back to Denmark from Ireland. Amount of wreck showing depends on the wind shifting the sand.For more information contact photographer.
Net covered remains of Sailing Ship Richard III
Foundered on shore in 1926 on way back to Denmark from Ireland. Amount of wreck showing depends on the wind shifting the sand.For more information contact photographer.
Sunset Ballantrae North Shore All alone with one's thoughts
Sunset Ballantrae North Shore
All alone with one's thoughts
Digger on Shore Digger travelling from Treatment works site to Pump Station site, Treatment works site about quarter mile north of Ballantrae.
Digger on Shore
Digger travelling from Treatment works site to Pump Station site, Treatment works site about quarter mile north of Ballantrae.
Plant Machinery Of course its shallow. Hill on the top left is Bennane hill with the main A77 road just on the right.
Plant Machinery
Of course its shallow. Hill on the top left is Bennane hill with the main A77 road just on the right.
All at Sea This was an easier way to travel between sites than using the main road.
All at Sea
This was an easier way to travel between sites than using the main road.
Dumper Truck Truck heading for treatment works site on North Shore.
Dumper Truck
Truck heading for treatment works site on North Shore.
Treatment Works Site Entrance to treatment works site taken from the shore facing inland.
Treatment Works Site
Entrance to treatment works site taken from the shore facing inland.
North Shore Sandy shore facing south with Ballantrae in the distance and drilling rig in the bay
North Shore
Sandy shore facing south with Ballantrae in the distance and drilling rig in the bay
The Mouth of the Red Burn Looking along the Clyde coast to the north of Ballantrae, where the Red Burn enters the sea. Viewed on New Year's Day. The beach was still frozen hard that morning, after a long spell of unusually cold weather.
The Mouth of the Red Burn
Looking along the Clyde coast to the north of Ballantrae, where the Red Burn enters the sea. Viewed on New Year's Day. The beach was still frozen hard that morning, after a long spell of unusually cold weather.
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Balnowlart Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX1083 (Lat: 55.110484, Lng: -4.974323)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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