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Benquhat Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Benquhat Hill

Forest and moorland view Looking towards the east from the slopes of Benquhat Hill on a lovely early-March afternoon. The ground to the right of the small wood holds an old colliery bing.
Forest and moorland view Credit: Mary and Angus Hogg

Benquhat Hill is a prominent hill located in Ayrshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of 572 feet (174 meters), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and coastline. The hill is part of the Carrick Hills, a range of hills known for their scenic beauty and diverse wildlife.

Benquhat Hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the natural beauty of the Ayrshire countryside. The hill is accessible via a network of well-maintained trails that wind through lush forests and open fields. Along the way, visitors may encounter a variety of wildlife, including deer, birds, and other small animals.

At the summit of Benquhat Hill, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the Firth of Clyde and the Isle of Arran in the distance. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the mountains of Northern Ireland. The hill is also home to a Bronze Age burial cairn, adding a historical element to the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Benquhat Hill is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the stunning landscapes and rich history of Ayrshire.

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Benquhat Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.361093/-4.4206197 or Grid Reference NS4610. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forest and moorland view Looking towards the east from the slopes of Benquhat Hill on a lovely early-March afternoon. The ground to the right of the small wood holds an old colliery bing.
Forest and moorland view
Looking towards the east from the slopes of Benquhat Hill on a lovely early-March afternoon. The ground to the right of the small wood holds an old colliery bing.
Benquhat view The foreground of this shot lies inside the square. A lot of the area beyond that is restored open-cast mining ground from the 20th century Chalmerston Colliery.
Benquhat view
The foreground of this shot lies inside the square. A lot of the area beyond that is restored open-cast mining ground from the 20th century Chalmerston Colliery.
Benquhat Hill summit The long hilltop is covered with tussocky grass and some mossy places.
Benquhat Hill summit
The long hilltop is covered with tussocky grass and some mossy places.
On Benquhat Hill It’s tempting to regard the layout of boulders on Benquhat Hill as something man-made from prehistoric times. However, there’s no mention of anything like this on the OS maps and the feature may well be merely the result of local geology.
On Benquhat Hill
It’s tempting to regard the layout of boulders on Benquhat Hill as something man-made from prehistoric times. However, there’s no mention of anything like this on the OS maps and the feature may well be merely the result of local geology.
Rocks on Benquhat Hill Benquhat shows evidence of the columnar basalt rock that’s more prominently exposed at nearby Benbeoch.
Rocks on Benquhat Hill
Benquhat shows evidence of the columnar basalt rock that’s more prominently exposed at nearby Benbeoch.
Drumgrange No.9 Pit A view of Drumgrange No.9 Pit bing from the south.
Drumgrange No.9 Pit
A view of Drumgrange No.9 Pit bing from the south.
Towards Benwhat A handy sign says that the old village site lies 1 mile along this track.
Towards Benwhat
A handy sign says that the old village site lies 1 mile along this track.
Track to Benbraniachan This part of the road network shows the effects of open-cast mining on the landscape. A lot of restoration work has already been completed.
Track to Benbraniachan
This part of the road network shows the effects of open-cast mining on the landscape. A lot of restoration work has already been completed.
Rough Burn Looking downstream on a fine early-March afternoon.
Rough Burn
Looking downstream on a fine early-March afternoon.
Crossing Rough Burn The track gave access to the 19th century ironstone mines at Corbie Craigs.
Crossing Rough Burn
The track gave access to the 19th century ironstone mines at Corbie Craigs.
Corbie Craigs ironstone mine site One of the many older mineral extraction sites in the Doon Valley. This was the end point of a 19th century railway line from Polnessan built by The Dalmellington Iron Company.
Corbie Craigs ironstone mine site
One of the many older mineral extraction sites in the Doon Valley. This was the end point of a 19th century railway line from Polnessan built by The Dalmellington Iron Company.
Old buildings at Burnhead A long-abandoned upland farm beside overgrown colliery spoil heaps.
Old buildings at Burnhead
A long-abandoned upland farm beside overgrown colliery spoil heaps.
Corbie Craigs Colliery site The colliery bings have become overgrown with vegetation. Being well-drained, they stand out as green islands in the surrounding moorland.
Corbie Craigs Colliery site
The colliery bings have become overgrown with vegetation. Being well-drained, they stand out as green islands in the surrounding moorland.
Benwhat Village marker Benwhat Village, formerly known as Benquhat Village, comprised a small group of miners’ houses, a school and a general store which was owned by the mining company. The site was abandoned in 1952 after the last mines closed.
Benwhat Village marker
Benwhat Village, formerly known as Benquhat Village, comprised a small group of miners’ houses, a school and a general store which was owned by the mining company. The site was abandoned in 1952 after the last mines closed.
Remains of Benwhat Village The Corbie Craigs miners and their families lived in Benquhat village, in houses owned by the Dalmellington Iron Company. Only a few ruined foundations of the village, which is now known as Benwhat, remain in place now. Miners’ families were relocated to new council housing at Bellsbank and Patna in 1952.
Remains of Benwhat Village
The Corbie Craigs miners and their families lived in Benquhat village, in houses owned by the Dalmellington Iron Company. Only a few ruined foundations of the village, which is now known as Benwhat, remain in place now. Miners’ families were relocated to new council housing at Bellsbank and Patna in 1952.
Remains of Benquhat Now known as Benwhat, only a few industrial foundations remain at the foot of the hill. Although life in these small hillside communities must have been hard, there was a strong community spirit. Relocated residents always showed a great fondness for Benquhat. The village war memorial is shown further up the slope. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7110163">NS4609 : Approaching Benquhat War Memorial</a>
Remains of Benquhat
Now known as Benwhat, only a few industrial foundations remain at the foot of the hill. Although life in these small hillside communities must have been hard, there was a strong community spirit. Relocated residents always showed a great fondness for Benquhat. The village war memorial is shown further up the slope. See NS4609 : Approaching Benquhat War Memorial
Evidence of mining around Benquhat Hill The old workings belonged to the Corbie Craigs collieries which operated between 1850 and 1919.
Evidence of mining around Benquhat Hill
The old workings belonged to the Corbie Craigs collieries which operated between 1850 and 1919.
Old spoil heaps around Benquhat Hill The old bings and workings belonged to the Corbie Craigs collieries which operated between 1850 and 1919. Viewed from the war memorial on a lovely early-March afternoon.
Old spoil heaps around Benquhat Hill
The old bings and workings belonged to the Corbie Craigs collieries which operated between 1850 and 1919. Viewed from the war memorial on a lovely early-March afternoon.
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Benquhat Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS4610 (Lat: 55.361093, Lng: -4.4206197)

Unitary Authority: East Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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