Barlae Hill

Hill, Mountain in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Barlae Hill

Looking across the valley of the River Bladnoch Towards Dalreagle farm.
Looking across the valley of the River Bladnoch Credit: Russel Wills

Barlae Hill is a prominent landmark located in Wigtownshire, Scotland. Situated near the village of Kirkinner, it is part of the Galloway Hills range. Rising to an elevation of approximately 292 meters (958 feet), Barlae Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive shape, featuring a cone-like summit that is easily recognizable from a distance. Its slopes are covered in heather, grasses, and shrubs, providing a habitat for various plant and animal species. Barlae Hill is particularly known for its diverse bird population, attracting birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Access to Barlae Hill is relatively straightforward, with a well-defined path leading to the summit. The hike is considered moderately challenging, offering a rewarding experience for outdoor adventurers. Along the way, hikers can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and take in the picturesque scenery of the rolling hills, farmland, and distant coastline.

The hill holds historical significance as well, with traces of ancient settlements and burial sites found in the vicinity. These archaeological remains provide insights into the area's rich cultural heritage and offer a glimpse into the lives of its past inhabitants.

Overall, Barlae Hill is a popular destination for those seeking a tranquil outdoor experience. Its natural beauty, wildlife, and historical significance make it a must-visit location for both locals and tourists exploring Wigtownshire.

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Barlae Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.849578/-4.4978396 or Grid Reference NX3953. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking across the valley of the River Bladnoch Towards Dalreagle farm.
Looking across the valley of the River Bladnoch
Towards Dalreagle farm.
Track to North Clutag Passing Hillhead on the way.
Track to North Clutag
Passing Hillhead on the way.
River Bladnoch Below High Barness.
Galloway Forest Park in the distance.
River Bladnoch
Below High Barness. Galloway Forest Park in the distance.
Ewe with lambs Behind a dry stone wall.
Ewe with lambs
Behind a dry stone wall.
Moving the earth! But where?
Moving the earth!
But where?
Earth works Improving the land?
Draining the low land
or something else?
Earth works
Improving the land? Draining the low land or something else?
Flooding on the Bladnoch Taken from near High Barness - compare with <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/585157" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/585157">Link</a> .
Flooding on the Bladnoch
Taken from near High Barness - compare with Link .
Barley, Bladnoch Growing on one of the many drumlins in the area.
Barley, Bladnoch
Growing on one of the many drumlins in the area.
Grazing on Stable Hill Taking the last meal of the day before the sun goes down.
Grazing on Stable Hill
Taking the last meal of the day before the sun goes down.
Barvernochan Cottage View towards the cottage centre of picture which sits at the side of a single track farm road that leads from the B7052 to Barvernochan Farm.
Barvernochan Cottage
View towards the cottage centre of picture which sits at the side of a single track farm road that leads from the B7052 to Barvernochan Farm.
Barvernochan Farm View of the farmhouse and out-buildings.
Barvernochan Farm
View of the farmhouse and out-buildings.
Barvernochan Farm Sheep grazing on land next to the farm, the left track leads off to Clover Hill and right goes down to an unnamed lochan to the north.
Barvernochan Farm
Sheep grazing on land next to the farm, the left track leads off to Clover Hill and right goes down to an unnamed lochan to the north.
Barvernochan Farm Track around the farm with Shaw Hill to the right of picture.
Barvernochan Farm
Track around the farm with Shaw Hill to the right of picture.
Barvernochan Cottage View along this single track road past the cottage which leads down to the B7052.
Barvernochan Cottage
View along this single track road past the cottage which leads down to the B7052.
Barvernochan Farm Recent rains have taken their toll on the tracks around the farm creating pretty horrible quagmires if you're on foot.
Barvernochan Farm
Recent rains have taken their toll on the tracks around the farm creating pretty horrible quagmires if you're on foot.
Exercise Joint Warrior Exercise Joint Warrior is currently taking place over two weeks in Dumfries and Galloway involving hundreds of troops from Europe and the US. Helicopters flying overhead is now common place. The view here is towards the Galloway Hills taken near to High Barness Farm. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-south-scotland-17727083" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-south-scotland-17727083">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Exercise Joint Warrior
Exercise Joint Warrior is currently taking place over two weeks in Dumfries and Galloway involving hundreds of troops from Europe and the US. Helicopters flying overhead is now common place. The view here is towards the Galloway Hills taken near to High Barness Farm. LinkExternal link
Exercise Joint Warrior Exercise Joint Warrior is currently taking place over two weeks in Dumfries and Galloway involving hundreds of troops from Europe and the US. Helicopters flying overhead is now common place. The view here is towards the Galloway Hills taken near to High Barness Farm. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-south-scotland-17727083" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-south-scotland-17727083">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Exercise Joint Warrior
Exercise Joint Warrior is currently taking place over two weeks in Dumfries and Galloway involving hundreds of troops from Europe and the US. Helicopters flying overhead is now common place. The view here is towards the Galloway Hills taken near to High Barness Farm. LinkExternal link
View towards Bank Hill A typical Machars drumlin. Sheep pasture country.
The Bladnoch weaves its way around and between these glacial features eastwards to Wigtown Bay.
View towards Bank Hill
A typical Machars drumlin. Sheep pasture country. The Bladnoch weaves its way around and between these glacial features eastwards to Wigtown Bay.
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Barlae Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX3953 (Lat: 54.849578, Lng: -4.4978396)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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///hops.twitching.rekindle. Near Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway

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