Baryerrock Hill

Hill, Mountain in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Baryerrock Hill

Line of trees at Barvernochan
Line of trees at Barvernochan Credit: David Purchase

Baryerrock Hill is a prominent hill located in Wigtownshire, a historic county in southwestern Scotland. Situated near the village of Kirkcowan, the hill is part of the Galloway Hills range, which is known for its lush green landscapes and stunning natural beauty.

Standing at an elevation of 314 meters (1,030 feet), Baryerrock Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes and rocky terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts alike. The ascent to the summit is relatively easy, making it accessible to people of all fitness levels.

The hill is covered in a variety of vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered trees. This diverse flora provides a habitat for various bird species, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching. Peregrine falcons, red kites, and buzzards are among the birds frequently spotted in the area.

Baryerrock Hill is also home to a number of archaeological sites, including Bronze Age burial cairns and Iron Age hill forts. These ancient structures offer insight into the area's rich history and provide a glimpse into the lives of its early inhabitants.

Overall, Baryerrock Hill is a picturesque destination that offers a combination of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance. Whether visitors are seeking an outdoor adventure or a peaceful retreat, this hill in Wigtownshire has something to offer for everyone.

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Baryerrock Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.822096/-4.5053275 or Grid Reference NX3950. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Line of trees at Barvernochan
Line of trees at Barvernochan
Old milestone This milestone at the north east end of Whauphill is on the left hand side of a drive into a house.   It is opposite the Station House junction.   The railway ran from Newton Stewart to Whithorn with a spur to Garlieston.   It has been cleared of vegetation and painted by a Milestone Society member.
Old milestone
This milestone at the north east end of Whauphill is on the left hand side of a drive into a house. It is opposite the Station House junction. The railway ran from Newton Stewart to Whithorn with a spur to Garlieston. It has been cleared of vegetation and painted by a Milestone Society member.
Old milestone Southwestwards into the village centre where the B7052 forms a crossroads with the B7085.
Old milestone
Southwestwards into the village centre where the B7052 forms a crossroads with the B7085.
Old milestone This milestone is on the very narrow verge about 200m NE of Cairnfield Cottages.  Another stone cleared of vegetation and painted by a Milestone Society member.   Looks like a tractor just missed it!
Old milestone
This milestone is on the very narrow verge about 200m NE of Cairnfield Cottages. Another stone cleared of vegetation and painted by a Milestone Society member. Looks like a tractor just missed it!
Old milestone Cairnfield Cottages in the distance at a junction of a minor road to Culbae and Kildarroch.  The rough unworked back of the milestone can be seen.
Old milestone
Cairnfield Cottages in the distance at a junction of a minor road to Culbae and Kildarroch. The rough unworked back of the milestone can be seen.
Old Milestone by the B7085, north of Cairnfield, Kirkinner parish Stone post by the B7085, in parish of Kirkinner (Wigtownshire District), 200m Northeast of Cairnfield Cottages, on verge, Northwest side of road.

Inscription reads:-
: W / {arrow->} / 5 : : P / {<-arrow} / 5 :
(To Wigtown and Port William)

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DG_WGPW05
Old Milestone by the B7085, north of Cairnfield, Kirkinner parish
Stone post by the B7085, in parish of Kirkinner (Wigtownshire District), 200m Northeast of Cairnfield Cottages, on verge, Northwest side of road. Inscription reads:- : W / {arrow->} / 5 : : P / {<-arrow} / 5 : (To Wigtown and Port William) Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DG_WGPW05
Cairnfield Cottages On the B7085 Portwilliam to Wigtown road.
Cairnfield Cottages
On the B7085 Portwilliam to Wigtown road.
Cottages near March Farm, Whauphill On the B7085 Portwilliam to Wigtown road. Typical of the small cottages found throughout southern Scotland.
Cottages near March Farm, Whauphill
On the B7085 Portwilliam to Wigtown road. Typical of the small cottages found throughout southern Scotland.
Whaup Hotel At the time of this photo, this pub in the centre of the tiny village of Whauphill was undergoing a face lift, following the death of the landlord. It has subsequently reopened as a pub and restaurant with an lively music programme; customers are active in fund-raising for cancer research. &lt;span class=&quot;nowrap&quot;&gt;&lt;a title=&quot;http://www.whauphotel.co.uk&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow ugc noopener&quot; href=&quot;http://www.whauphotel.co.uk&quot;&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;margin-left:2px;&quot; alt=&quot;External link&quot; title=&quot;External link - shift click to open in new window&quot; src=&quot;https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png&quot; width=&quot;10&quot; height=&quot;10&quot;/&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
Whaup Hotel
At the time of this photo, this pub in the centre of the tiny village of Whauphill was undergoing a face lift, following the death of the landlord. It has subsequently reopened as a pub and restaurant with an lively music programme; customers are active in fund-raising for cancer research. LinkExternal link
Cairnfield Modern barn behind, but the farmhouse has obviously been abandoned.
Cairnfield
Modern barn behind, but the farmhouse has obviously been abandoned.
Farmland near March Farm Low lying pasture drained by &amp;quot;the Canal&amp;quot; - probably a canalised stream in reality.
Farmland near March Farm
Low lying pasture drained by "the Canal" - probably a canalised stream in reality.
Agricultural engineers at Whauphill
Agricultural engineers at Whauphill
Telephone Box & purple village hall
Telephone Box & purple village hall
The Whaup Hotel This looked a bit closed to me when I wanted to visit!
The Whaup Hotel
This looked a bit closed to me when I wanted to visit!
Culbae, Whauphill View northward from Culbae over the extensive grazing/hay fields.
Culbae, Whauphill
View northward from Culbae over the extensive grazing/hay fields.
South Kildarroch View from the fields at the back of the farm.
South Kildarroch
View from the fields at the back of the farm.
South Kildarroch View north towards the Galloway Hills.
South Kildarroch
View north towards the Galloway Hills.
South Kildarroch View along this overgrown farm track which crosses several fields.
South Kildarroch
View along this overgrown farm track which crosses several fields.
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Baryerrock Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX3950 (Lat: 54.822096, Lng: -4.5053275)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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