Tongues Hill

Hill, Mountain in Renfrewshire

Scotland

Tongues Hill

South Nitshill Looking towards a roundabout on the B773 Parkhouse Road. This area is covered in new housing.
South Nitshill Credit: wfmillar

Tongues Hill, located in Renfrewshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill/mountain that offers breathtaking views and outdoor recreational opportunities. Standing at an elevation of approximately 366 meters (1,200 feet), it is a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts.

Covered in a mix of grasslands, heather, and scattered trees, Tongues Hill boasts a diverse ecosystem that supports a variety of flora and fauna. The hill is home to numerous bird species, including buzzards and kestrels, as well as small mammals such as rabbits and hares. This makes it an ideal location for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

The hill is accessible via several well-maintained trails, offering different levels of difficulty for visitors of all fitness levels. As hikers ascend the hill, they can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Renfrewshire countryside, including the nearby towns of Paisley and Renfrew, as well as the River Clyde. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant mountains of the Scottish Highlands.

Tongues Hill also holds historical significance, with evidence of ancient settlements and burial sites found in the area. Archaeological excavations have revealed remnants of stone tools and pottery, providing insights into the hill's past inhabitants and their way of life.

Overall, Tongues Hill is a remarkable natural landmark in Renfrewshire, offering visitors the opportunity to connect with nature, enjoy stunning views, and immerse themselves in the rich history of the region.

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Tongues Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.822885/-4.3793016 or Grid Reference NS5161. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

South Nitshill Looking towards a roundabout on the B773 Parkhouse Road. This area is covered in new housing.
South Nitshill
Looking towards a roundabout on the B773 Parkhouse Road. This area is covered in new housing.
Day-Today express, Glasgow Road, Barrhead
Day-Today express, Glasgow Road, Barrhead
Darnley Road heading east
Darnley Road heading east
Willowford Road Houses on Willowford Road, viewed from the corner of Whitriggs Road.
Willowford Road
Houses on Willowford Road, viewed from the corner of Whitriggs Road.
Whitriggs Road Looking along Whitriggs Road towards Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (far left). The houses are on Whithope Road.
Whitriggs Road
Looking along Whitriggs Road towards Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (far left). The houses are on Whithope Road.
Whitriggs Road Looking south.
Whitriggs Road
Looking south.
Whitriggs Road Whitriggs Road no longer leads directly to any houses, so there is not much traffic along the road. The row of houses in the photograph are in Whithope Road.
Whitriggs Road
Whitriggs Road no longer leads directly to any houses, so there is not much traffic along the road. The row of houses in the photograph are in Whithope Road.
Steps to Whithope Road Steps leading down from Whitriggs Road to Whithope Road.  The houses are mainly in the adjacent square, but the steps are just in NS5159.
Steps to Whithope Road
Steps leading down from Whitriggs Road to Whithope Road. The houses are mainly in the adjacent square, but the steps are just in NS5159.
Blackbyers Road Looking downhill to a roundabout on Glasgow Road.
Blackbyers Road
Looking downhill to a roundabout on Glasgow Road.
Roadside bath What was open on Open Day?  Redevelopment of the Spillers site? The bath is beside the barely used exit from a roundabout on Glasgow Road.
Roadside bath
What was open on Open Day? Redevelopment of the Spillers site? The bath is beside the barely used exit from a roundabout on Glasgow Road.
Spillers site Pet food factory closed by Nestle in 2004.  Protected by an amino acid.
Spillers site
Pet food factory closed by Nestle in 2004. Protected by an amino acid.
Spillers site, Barrhead Recently demolished factory (closed in 2004).
Spillers site, Barrhead
Recently demolished factory (closed in 2004).
Blackbyres Road The road on the left is Blackbyres Court.
Blackbyres Road
The road on the left is Blackbyres Court.
Entrance to the Water Works, Barrhead One of a couple of entrances into the former water works (sewage works) site at Barrhead, now a site for Grow Wild Scotland.
Entrance to the Water Works, Barrhead
One of a couple of entrances into the former water works (sewage works) site at Barrhead, now a site for Grow Wild Scotland.
Development site for sale This site has obviously been up for sale for a while, judging from the height of the birch saplings.
Development site for sale
This site has obviously been up for sale for a while, judging from the height of the birch saplings.
Roundabout on Glasgow Road This is a relatively new roundabout on the A736 (Glasgow Road), where it meets Blackbyres Road.
Roundabout on Glasgow Road
This is a relatively new roundabout on the A736 (Glasgow Road), where it meets Blackbyres Road.
Spillers site, Barrhead Similar view to Richard Webb's in 2015 [<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4682074" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4682074">Link</a>].
Spillers site, Barrhead
Similar view to Richard Webb's in 2015 [Link].
Spillers site, Barrhead
Spillers site, Barrhead
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Tongues Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS5161 (Lat: 55.822885, Lng: -4.3793016)

Unitary Authority: City of Glasgow

Police Authority: Greater Glasgow

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///email.cost.vocab. Near Barrhead, East Renfrewshire

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Power: tower
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Hurlet Hill
Natural: peak
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