Cauldron Hill

Hill, Mountain in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Cauldron Hill

Dunrod Well - Shielhill Glen Dunrod Well — Dunrod Well - Shielhill Glen Credit: Raibeart MacAoidh

Cauldron Hill, located in Renfrewshire, Scotland, is a prominent geographical feature that stands at an elevation of approximately 260 meters (850 feet). Situated near the village of Lochwinnoch, it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Covered in lush green vegetation, Cauldron Hill forms part of the larger Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, which encompasses almost 108 square miles of diverse landscapes. The hill is composed mainly of sandstone, contributing to its distinctive reddish-brown hue.

As visitors ascend Cauldron Hill, they are greeted with a variety of flora and fauna, including heather, ferns, and wildflowers. The hill is also home to several species of birds, such as buzzards and kestrels, which can be spotted soaring overhead.

At the summit of Cauldron Hill, walkers are rewarded with breathtaking views across Renfrewshire and the nearby Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant hills of Argyllshire and Ayrshire.

Cauldron Hill offers a range of walking routes, catering to both experienced hikers and those seeking a more leisurely stroll. The paths are well-maintained, allowing visitors to navigate the hill with relative ease.

Overall, Cauldron Hill is a picturesque and accessible natural landmark, attracting visitors from near and far who seek to immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's countryside.

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Cauldron Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.917209/-4.8246198 or Grid Reference NS2372. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dunrod Well - Shielhill Glen

Dunrod Well

Raibeart MacAoidh

Land below the Greenock Cut

Across the Firth of Clyde, housing in Dunoon just visible.

Gordon Brown

Looking down on Dunrod from the Greenock Cut

The Firth of Clyde showing in the distance.

Gordon Brown

On the Greenock Cut path above Majeston

Gordon Brown

Looking down from the Greenock Cut

Gordon Brown

Bridge over Inverkip Road at Chrisswell

The A78 runs for 42 miles between Greenock and Prestwick. For much of its route, it follows the northern section of the Ayrshire coast. Although it is classified as a primary road throughout its length, the standard varies. Much of the road is single carriageway, both for a short distance through Greenock and a 21-mile stretch between Inverkip and Ardrossan. The rest is dual carriageway; between the Eglinton and Warrix interchanges there are in fact 3 lanes in each direction, and the road is constructed to motorway standard (with full grade separation at junctions) except for a lack of hard shoulders.

David Dixon

Shielhill and Dunrod Hill

A hill farm above the Firth of Clyde near Inverkip.

Alan O'Dowd

Wind turbine below Dunrod Hill

A single turbine just east of Shielhill.

Alan O'Dowd

The summit of Hillside Hill

A view from the rather tautologically named Hillside Hill, with Loch Thom visible below.

Alan O'Dowd

Trig pillar on Dunrod Hill

A trig with a view across the Firth of Clyde to the hills of the Cowal Peninsula.

Alan O'Dowd

Between Dunrod Hill and Cauldron Hill

A small moorland hill with rock outcrops on the moorland plateau above the Firth of Clyde.

Alan O'Dowd

Bridge over aqueduct, Greenock Cut

The Greenock Cut is a nineteenth-century aqueduct that once transported water from Loch Thom to the industries of Greenock. This is one of numerous small bridges over the aqueduct, with the derelict former IBM site visible below, and the outskirts of Greenock in the middle ground.

Alan O'Dowd

Path by the Greenock Cut

The Greenock Cut is a nineteenth-century aqueduct that once transported water from Loch Thom to the industries of Greenock. This path alongside is now a popular walk.

Alan O'Dowd

A glimpse of Greenock

The south-western outskirts of Greenock are visible in this view towards the distant hills of the Cowal Peninsula.

Alan O'Dowd

Water-waster in sluice house, Greenock Cut

A control mechanism for removing excess water from the Greenock Cut aqueduct. For a fuller description, see NS2372 : Water-waster mechanism.

Alan O'Dowd

Dunrod Road

Near the junction with the A78 Inverkip Road, looking towards the bridge over the Spango Burn. Note the water tap on the left, which is a recent addition. See also NS2273 : Water tap on Dunrod Road.

Thomas Nugent