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Piper's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

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Piper's Hill

Maybole High Street after the by-pass opened We always knew that the new by-pass would make a big difference to the town centre but the result has exceeded expectations, especially for pedestrians. This is what High Street could look like before – <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6228904">NS3009 : Traffic congestion in Maybole</a> was taken in August 2019 and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/241340">NS2909 : Heavy traffic in Whitehall</a> in neighbouring Whitehall in September 2006. The next stage will be town centre regeneration.
Maybole High Street after the by-pass opened Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Piper's Hill, located in Ayrshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Standing at an elevation of approximately 305 meters (1,000 feet), it is considered a notable landmark in the area.

The hill gets its name from the historical association with bagpipers who used to play their music from its summit, enhancing the natural beauty of the surroundings. It is believed that the sound of the bagpipes carried across the area, creating a unique atmosphere.

Piper's Hill is rich in natural beauty, featuring lush greenery and a diverse range of flora and fauna. The hill is covered in heather, grasses, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and picturesque setting. It is also home to various bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

Visitors to Piper's Hill can enjoy a range of activities such as hiking and walking trails. There are well-marked paths that lead to the summit, allowing visitors to experience the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, it is even possible to see the distant Arran Mountains and the Firth of Clyde.

Piper's Hill is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, locals, and tourists alike, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty and historical significance make it a must-visit attraction in Ayrshire, providing a memorable experience for all who venture to its summit.

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Maybole High Street after the by-pass opened We always knew that the new by-pass would make a big difference to the town centre but the result has exceeded expectations, especially for pedestrians. This is what High Street could look like before – <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6228904">NS3009 : Traffic congestion in Maybole</a> was taken in August 2019 and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/241340">NS2909 : Heavy traffic in Whitehall</a> in neighbouring Whitehall in September 2006. The next stage will be town centre regeneration.
Maybole High Street after the by-pass opened
We always knew that the new by-pass would make a big difference to the town centre but the result has exceeded expectations, especially for pedestrians. This is what High Street could look like before – NS3009 : Traffic congestion in Maybole was taken in August 2019 and NS2909 : Heavy traffic in Whitehall in neighbouring Whitehall in September 2006. The next stage will be town centre regeneration.
New flower bed in Maybole South Ayrshire Council has invested in wild flower beds in its towns and villages. The one along the roadside at The Glebe in Maybole has worked out spectacularly well. The Glebe site enjoys shelter from roadside wall and fence and it gets the sun for most of the day.
New flower bed in Maybole
South Ayrshire Council has invested in wild flower beds in its towns and villages. The one along the roadside at The Glebe in Maybole has worked out spectacularly well. The Glebe site enjoys shelter from roadside wall and fence and it gets the sun for most of the day.
Town Hall, Maybole With Renovation work in progress.
Town Hall, Maybole
With Renovation work in progress.
High Street, Maybole Heading towards Ayr.
High Street, Maybole
Heading towards Ayr.
High Street, Maybole Leading to Whitehall from the junction with John Knox Street. On the left is the Town Hall.
High Street, Maybole
Leading to Whitehall from the junction with John Knox Street. On the left is the Town Hall.
John Knox Street, Maybole Viewed from the High Street.
John Knox Street, Maybole
Viewed from the High Street.
The former Co-op Store in Maybole This store dates back to the early days of supermarkets starting in the 1970s with R&J Templeton’s first self-service chain. Various food outlets have been here up to 2023 when the Co-op moved to its new premises on the edge of the town <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7595468">NS2909 : Welcome to Maybole’s new Co-op</a> At the moment, there are no plans for any new business in the old store. The closed-up shop adds to the general run-down image of Maybole but a regeneration project hopes to breathe new life into the High Street.
The former Co-op Store in Maybole
This store dates back to the early days of supermarkets starting in the 1970s with R&J Templeton’s first self-service chain. Various food outlets have been here up to 2023 when the Co-op moved to its new premises on the edge of the town NS2909 : Welcome to Maybole’s new Co-op At the moment, there are no plans for any new business in the old store. The closed-up shop adds to the general run-down image of Maybole but a regeneration project hopes to breathe new life into the High Street.
Maybole Castle
Maybole Castle
Maybole Station On the Ayr-Stranraer line, this is now an unmanned station.
Maybole Station
On the Ayr-Stranraer line, this is now an unmanned station.
New Footbridge at Maybole Station The new bridge, which replaced a traditional footbridge, is disability-compliant. It was constructed at a cost of around £800,000 and generated a lot of local comment.
New Footbridge at Maybole Station
The new bridge, which replaced a traditional footbridge, is disability-compliant. It was constructed at a cost of around £800,000 and generated a lot of local comment.
St Oswald Church Maybole's Episcopal Church, located at the bottom of Gardenrose Path.
St Oswald Church
Maybole's Episcopal Church, located at the bottom of Gardenrose Path.
High Living View of Minnoch Crescent from Gardenrose Primary School near the top of the hill. In typical West of Scotland humour, this Council Housing Scheme is locally known as "High Living".
High Living
View of Minnoch Crescent from Gardenrose Primary School near the top of the hill. In typical West of Scotland humour, this Council Housing Scheme is locally known as "High Living".
The Countess's Window This little window on the tower of Maybole Castle overlooks the High Street. The carved figures represent a band of gypsies. The Countess of Cassillis was imprisoned here for life by her husband, the Earl of Cassillis, for eloping with her former lover. He was known as Johnnie Faa, the King of the Gypsies. The Countess passed the time by working the story of her flight in tapestry. For more information, see Cassillis House <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/296160">NS3412 : Cassillis House</a>
The Countess's Window
This little window on the tower of Maybole Castle overlooks the High Street. The carved figures represent a band of gypsies. The Countess of Cassillis was imprisoned here for life by her husband, the Earl of Cassillis, for eloping with her former lover. He was known as Johnnie Faa, the King of the Gypsies. The Countess passed the time by working the story of her flight in tapestry. For more information, see Cassillis House NS3412 : Cassillis House
The Site Of The Town Gallows New housing, located near the hill where the town gallows formerly stood. The last man hanged here was a Girvan man for killing his neighbour in 1718. Eye witnesses to the crime could not be produced, but the fact that he was a Girvan man was sufficient for his Maybole judges to convict him. (Source: "Maybole - Carrick's Capital" by James T Gray)
The Site Of The Town Gallows
New housing, located near the hill where the town gallows formerly stood. The last man hanged here was a Girvan man for killing his neighbour in 1718. Eye witnesses to the crime could not be produced, but the fact that he was a Girvan man was sufficient for his Maybole judges to convict him. (Source: "Maybole - Carrick's Capital" by James T Gray)
Looking Through The Trees Looking through the trees beside the Mochrum Farm track, with The Ranch Caravan Park in the distance.
Looking Through The Trees
Looking through the trees beside the Mochrum Farm track, with The Ranch Caravan Park in the distance.
The Southern Edge of Mochrum Hill The southern edge of Mochrum Hill, viewed from the Mochrum Farm track. The hill is an old volcanic plug.
The Southern Edge of Mochrum Hill
The southern edge of Mochrum Hill, viewed from the Mochrum Farm track. The hill is an old volcanic plug.
Glenalla Road Glenalla Road, in the Gardenrose housing scheme, also known as "High Living" <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/241359">NS2910 : High Living</a>
Glenalla Road
Glenalla Road, in the Gardenrose housing scheme, also known as "High Living" NS2910 : High Living
Maybole Castle Dating from the early 17th century, Maybole Castle was built as the town house of the 6th Earl of Cassillis and still belongs to the Kennedy family. The present castle is all that remains of a much larger building and grounds. Space was needed to improve the main road through the town in the 19th century. The castle is open to the public on specific dates during the summer months, with tours led by members of the Maybole Historical Society.
Maybole Castle
Dating from the early 17th century, Maybole Castle was built as the town house of the 6th Earl of Cassillis and still belongs to the Kennedy family. The present castle is all that remains of a much larger building and grounds. Space was needed to improve the main road through the town in the 19th century. The castle is open to the public on specific dates during the summer months, with tours led by members of the Maybole Historical Society.
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Piper's Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS2808 (Lat: 55.342656, Lng: -4.703083)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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