Barnely Hill

Hill, Mountain in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Barnely Hill

Barn at Mark of Shennanton This colossal barn stands close to Shennanton House.
Barn at Mark of Shennanton Credit: Oliver Dixon

Barnely Hill is a prominent hill located in Wigtownshire, a historic county in southwest Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 250 meters (820 feet), it is considered one of the highest points in the region. The hill is situated about 3 kilometers (1.8 miles) south of the village of Whauphill and around 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) northwest of the town of Sorbie.

Barnely Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for both locals and visitors seeking outdoor activities such as hiking, hillwalking, and birdwatching. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation and is home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, rabbits, and various bird species.

The summit of Barnely Hill is marked by a trig point, which serves as a navigational aid and provides a reference point for surveyors and hikers. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Irish Sea to the south and the Galloway Hills to the east.

The hill is easily accessible, with several footpaths leading to its summit. It is recommended to wear appropriate footwear and carry a map or navigation device when venturing onto the hill, as the terrain can be challenging in places.

Overall, Barnely Hill offers a picturesque and tranquil setting, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Wigtownshire while enjoying outdoor activities and stunning views.

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Barnely Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.960797/-4.5916302 or Grid Reference NX3465. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn at Mark of Shennanton This colossal barn stands close to Shennanton House.
Barn at Mark of Shennanton
This colossal barn stands close to Shennanton House.
The River Bladnoch Looking upstream from the bridge above Shennanton House
The River Bladnoch
Looking upstream from the bridge above Shennanton House
Sheep crossing on Eldrig Moss On the rough road from Penninghame to Shennanton
Sheep crossing on Eldrig Moss
On the rough road from Penninghame to Shennanton
Loch Eldrig A lonely fishing loch in the middle of Penninghame Forest
Loch Eldrig
A lonely fishing loch in the middle of Penninghame Forest
Shennanton House Gardens It is difficult to get a clear sight of Shennanton House, a large Tudor style house built in 1908 set in 30 acres of woodland garden. The house must be the ultimate holiday home - normally let as three separate properties, but can be let together to house at least 30 people!
Shennanton House Gardens
It is difficult to get a clear sight of Shennanton House, a large Tudor style house built in 1908 set in 30 acres of woodland garden. The house must be the ultimate holiday home - normally let as three separate properties, but can be let together to house at least 30 people!
Bridge over the River Bladnoch A bridge over the River Bladnoch a short way upstream from Shennanton House. Presumably the current bridge replaces a much older structure.
Bridge over the River Bladnoch
A bridge over the River Bladnoch a short way upstream from Shennanton House. Presumably the current bridge replaces a much older structure.
Gateway to Penninghame Forest On the old road from Shennanton House to Glenrazie, near Loch Eldrig.
Gateway to Penninghame Forest
On the old road from Shennanton House to Glenrazie, near Loch Eldrig.
Forest  Road This track is almost at Loch Eldrig.
Forest Road
This track is almost at Loch Eldrig.
Gravel pit near Shennanton
Gravel pit near Shennanton
Rough grazing near Carsebuie Looking over to the Minnigaff Hills.
Rough grazing near Carsebuie
Looking over to the Minnigaff Hills.
Carsebuie
Carsebuie
Forest track near Carsebuie
Forest track near Carsebuie
Barfad Farm
Barfad Farm
Ring of Barfad The name Ring is from the Gaelic roinn or rinn, meaning a point of land. It probably refers to the position of this farm at the meeting of two rivers, the Bladnoch and its tributary, the Black Burn.
Ring of Barfad
The name Ring is from the Gaelic roinn or rinn, meaning a point of land. It probably refers to the position of this farm at the meeting of two rivers, the Bladnoch and its tributary, the Black Burn.
Round bales The introduction of silage and round bales for winter feed has massively reduced the incidence of farmers lung, a disabling respiratory condition caused by allergy to the spores of moulds found in traditional hay bales, especially when the hay crop was baled while wet.
Round bales
The introduction of silage and round bales for winter feed has massively reduced the incidence of farmers lung, a disabling respiratory condition caused by allergy to the spores of moulds found in traditional hay bales, especially when the hay crop was baled while wet.
Round bale wrapping
Round bale wrapping
Road to the Ring The road to the Ring of Barfad runs through woodland.
Road to the Ring
The road to the Ring of Barfad runs through woodland.
Forest track leading to Loch Eldrig
Forest track leading to Loch Eldrig
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Barnely Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX3465 (Lat: 54.960797, Lng: -4.5916302)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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