Brough Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Brough Hill

Near the fork View across a forestry road fork towards the north-west.
Near the fork Credit: James Allan

Brough Hill is a prominent hill located in the Ayrshire region of Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 200 meters (656 feet), it offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Situated near the town of Maybole, Brough Hill is known for its rugged terrain and diverse flora and fauna. The hill is covered with a mix of grasslands, heather moorland, and patches of woodland, providing a habitat for various species of birds, small mammals, and insects.

At the summit of Brough Hill, there is a trig point, which serves as a navigational feature and offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding area, including the Ayrshire coastline and the nearby hills of Carrick.

The hill also has historical significance, as it is believed to have been a site of human activity since ancient times. Archaeological remains, including Iron Age fortifications and burial mounds, have been discovered on Brough Hill, indicating its long-standing importance as a strategic location and a place of settlement.

Access to Brough Hill is relatively easy, with a well-marked path leading up to the summit. The hill is a popular spot for walkers, who can enjoy a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, depending on their preference and fitness level.

Overall, Brough Hill offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities, making it a must-visit destination for those exploring the Ayrshire region.

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Brough Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.110578/-4.6627771 or Grid Reference NX3082. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Near the fork View across a forestry road fork towards the north-west.
Near the fork
View across a forestry road fork towards the north-west.
Island in the loch Small unnamed island in Loch Goosey.
Island in the loch
Small unnamed island in Loch Goosey.
Forestry track fork Straight ahead to Loch Crongart, fork right for Loch Goosey.
Forestry track fork
Straight ahead to Loch Crongart, fork right for Loch Goosey.
On The Way In The track leading towards Loch Goosey.
On The Way In
The track leading towards Loch Goosey.
Foxgloves By Loch Goosey There are several lochs with this name in south-west Scotland.  This one is near Barrhill.
Foxgloves By Loch Goosey
There are several lochs with this name in south-west Scotland. This one is near Barrhill.
Approaching Loch Goosey
Approaching Loch Goosey
Towards Black Clauchrie The view from the track leading to Black Clauchrie, with Loch Nevan on the right.
Towards Black Clauchrie
The view from the track leading to Black Clauchrie, with Loch Nevan on the right.
East shore of Loch Goosey Picturesque little loch, completely surrounded by forestry.
East shore of Loch Goosey
Picturesque little loch, completely surrounded by forestry.
Fire break Fire break and track through the forest near the River Cree.
Fire break
Fire break and track through the forest near the River Cree.
Loch Goosey Viewed in late June with a threatening sky full of rain.
Loch Goosey
Viewed in late June with a threatening sky full of rain.
Clearfell in the Glentrool Forest An isolated tree left standing - why do they do that?
Clearfell in the Glentrool Forest
An isolated tree left standing - why do they do that?
Bark pile in the Glentrool Forest De-barking of logs has been carried out here and the bark remains.
Bark pile in the Glentrool Forest
De-barking of logs has been carried out here and the bark remains.
Bridge over the Laniewee Burn
Bridge over the Laniewee Burn
Three stages of forestry Showing old clear-fell, new plantings and, in the distance, mature forest.
Three stages of forestry
Showing old clear-fell, new plantings and, in the distance, mature forest.
Forestry at Drumjohn
Forestry at Drumjohn
Forestry fire-break at Drumjohn
Forestry fire-break at Drumjohn
A Road in Chellis Forest Looking along one of the roads in Chellis Forest, near Barrhill.
A Road in Chellis Forest
Looking along one of the roads in Chellis Forest, near Barrhill.
Clauchrie Burn Looking upstream on a fine late-April morning.  The water level was low after a long spell of dry weather.
Clauchrie Burn
Looking upstream on a fine late-April morning. The water level was low after a long spell of dry weather.
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Brough Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX3082 (Lat: 55.110578, Lng: -4.6627771)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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