Brown Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Brown Hill

Path and new deer fencing near Cauld Rocks The fencing protects extensive new tree plantations from being browsed by deer.

The Firth of Clyde is visible in the distance.
Path and new deer fencing near Cauld Rocks Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Brown Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the region of Ayrshire, Scotland. It is classified as a hill rather than a mountain, with an elevation of approximately 366 meters (1,200 feet). The hill is situated in the southern part of Ayrshire, near the town of Cumnock.

Brown Hill is characterized by its distinctive brown-colored slopes, which give it its name. The terrain is predominantly covered by grass, heather, and scattered shrubs, creating a picturesque landscape typical of the Scottish countryside. It is part of a larger range of hills in the area, adding to the natural beauty of the region.

The hill is accessible to hikers and nature enthusiasts, offering a range of walking trails that cater to different levels of difficulty. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the summit, which provide a breathtaking perspective of the rolling hills and valleys of Ayrshire.

Brown Hill is also notable for its rich biodiversity. The hill is home to various species of plants and animals, including birds of prey, such as buzzards and kestrels, as well as smaller mammals like hares and rabbits. The area is also known for its diverse flora, with wildflowers and heather covering the slopes during the summer months.

Overall, Brown Hill is a significant landmark in Ayrshire, attracting both locals and tourists alike with its natural beauty, hiking opportunities, and abundant wildlife.

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Brown Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.80688/-4.8049513 or Grid Reference NS2460. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path and new deer fencing near Cauld Rocks The fencing protects extensive new tree plantations from being browsed by deer.

The Firth of Clyde is visible in the distance.
Path and new deer fencing near Cauld Rocks
The fencing protects extensive new tree plantations from being browsed by deer. The Firth of Clyde is visible in the distance.
Greeto Dam - Halkshill Hydro Scheme A 10m high, 35m wide reinforced concrete dam that provides 8 hours of remote storage for the run-of-river hydro scheme that is below. The construction took around 6 months.
Greeto Dam - Halkshill Hydro Scheme
A 10m high, 35m wide reinforced concrete dam that provides 8 hours of remote storage for the run-of-river hydro scheme that is below. The construction took around 6 months.
The Remains of Gogo Lodge Looking towards the upper reaches of Gogo burn
The Remains of Gogo Lodge
Looking towards the upper reaches of Gogo burn
View towards box law showing the fence marked on maps
View towards box law
showing the fence marked on maps
Lochan on Box Law Pretty little Lochan with Irish law in the background
Lochan on Box Law
Pretty little Lochan with Irish law in the background
Wide view looking towards Burnt Hill Supplemental view showing unmarked fence line in foreground and new wind anemometer mast.
Wide view looking towards Burnt Hill
Supplemental view showing unmarked fence line in foreground and new wind anemometer mast.
Hilltop cairn east of Cauld Rocks
Hilltop cairn east of Cauld Rocks
Greeto Water
Greeto Water
Greeto Water
Greeto Water
Sheepfold by the Swinside Burn
Sheepfold by the Swinside Burn
Greeto Water
Greeto Water
Greeto Water
Greeto Water
Moorland NW of Lang Hill View towards distant Burnt Hill
Moorland NW of Lang Hill
View towards distant Burnt Hill
Sheepfold by the Slanger Burn
Sheepfold by the Slanger Burn
Greeto Water View towards Middlemoss Hill
Greeto Water
View towards Middlemoss Hill
View from northern slopes of Lang Hill View towards the upper reaches of Greeto Water
View from northern slopes of Lang Hill
View towards the upper reaches of Greeto Water
Gogo Lodge
Gogo Lodge
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Brown Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS2460 (Lat: 55.80688, Lng: -4.8049513)

Unitary Authority: North Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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