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Black Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Black Hill

Downstream view, Pogiven Burn A view from Pogiven Bridge, which has been rebuilt and strengthened, presumably for wind farm construction traffic.
Downstream view, Pogiven Burn Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Black Hill is a prominent hill located in the region of Ayrshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 372 meters (1220 feet) above sea level, it is often referred to as a "Marilyn," a term used to classify hills in the British Isles with a prominence of at least 150 meters.

Situated within the boundaries of the East Ayrshire Council area, Black Hill occupies a central position within the wider Southern Uplands range. It is part of the Galloway Forest Park, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The hill is predominantly composed of granite and features a distinct rounded shape, typical of the surrounding Southern Uplands. Its slopes are covered with a mix of heather, grasses, and scattered shrubs, creating a picturesque landscape that attracts nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

Black Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views from its summit, showcasing the surrounding rolling hills, forests, and the distant coasts of Ayrshire. On clear days, visitors can even catch glimpses of the Isle of Arran and other nearby islands.

The area surrounding Black Hill is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including red deer, red squirrels, and numerous bird species. It is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with frequent sightings of raptors such as buzzards and kestrels.

Access to Black Hill is facilitated by a network of trails and paths, making it a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and nature walks. The hill's accessibility and natural beauty make it a cherished landmark within the Ayrshire region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.665186/-4.2564721 or Grid Reference NS5843. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Downstream view, Pogiven Burn A view from Pogiven Bridge, which has been rebuilt and strengthened, presumably for wind farm construction traffic.
Downstream view, Pogiven Burn
A view from Pogiven Bridge, which has been rebuilt and strengthened, presumably for wind farm construction traffic.
Track to High Overmuir One of the many turbines of the Whitelee Wind Farm is visible on the left-hand side.
Track to High Overmuir
One of the many turbines of the Whitelee Wind Farm is visible on the left-hand side.
Whitelee wind farm from the air Whitelee Windfarm is the UK's largest onshore windfarm. It is located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes south of central Glasgow. The windfarm has 215 turbines which can generate 539MW of electricity, enough to power over 300,000 homes. You can access the windfarm for free and experience the wind turbines up close with over 130kms of trails to explore. The Visitor Centre <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.scottishpower.co.uk/whitelee/visitor-centre" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.scottishpower.co.uk/whitelee/visitor-centre">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> is also free and has an interactive exhibition and a Cafe to relax after the long walk on the windfarm.
Whitelee wind farm from the air
Whitelee Windfarm is the UK's largest onshore windfarm. It is located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes south of central Glasgow. The windfarm has 215 turbines which can generate 539MW of electricity, enough to power over 300,000 homes. You can access the windfarm for free and experience the wind turbines up close with over 130kms of trails to explore. The Visitor Centre LinkExternal link is also free and has an interactive exhibition and a Cafe to relax after the long walk on the windfarm.
Whitelee wind farm from the air Whitelee Windfarm is the UK's largest onshore windfarm. It is located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes south of central Glasgow. The windfarm has 215 turbines which can generate 539MW of electricity, enough to power over 300,000 homes. You can access the windfarm for free and experience the wind turbines up close with over 130kms of trails to explore. The Visitor Centre <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.scottishpower.co.uk/whitelee/visitor-centre" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.scottishpower.co.uk/whitelee/visitor-centre">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> is also free and has an interactive exhibition and a Cafe to relax after the long walk on the windfarm.
Whitelee wind farm from the air
Whitelee Windfarm is the UK's largest onshore windfarm. It is located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes south of central Glasgow. The windfarm has 215 turbines which can generate 539MW of electricity, enough to power over 300,000 homes. You can access the windfarm for free and experience the wind turbines up close with over 130kms of trails to explore. The Visitor Centre LinkExternal link is also free and has an interactive exhibition and a Cafe to relax after the long walk on the windfarm.
Whitelee Forest Most of the forest is young after widespread felling around the time of the wind farm construction.
Whitelee Forest
Most of the forest is young after widespread felling around the time of the wind farm construction.
Memorial enclosure, Whitelee Forest Once this would have been moorland, some distance, as now, from habitation. The monument in the decayed fenced enclosure reads: Euphemia Whyte In memory of her husband William Smith Of Townhead, Newmilns Born 31st August 1825 Died 11th April 1895 The above Euphemia Whyte Born 18th February 1838 Died 19th September 1908 Mr Smith was a Commissioner of Supply in Ayrshire and had an estate in Newmilns. I have not found out why there is a memorial and possible grave out here.
Memorial enclosure, Whitelee Forest
Once this would have been moorland, some distance, as now, from habitation. The monument in the decayed fenced enclosure reads: Euphemia Whyte In memory of her husband William Smith Of Townhead, Newmilns Born 31st August 1825 Died 11th April 1895 The above Euphemia Whyte Born 18th February 1838 Died 19th September 1908 Mr Smith was a Commissioner of Supply in Ayrshire and had an estate in Newmilns. I have not found out why there is a memorial and possible grave out here.
Clearing, Whitelee Forest Looking past one of Whitelee's turbines (off shot) to some of the newer, bigger Browncastle turbines outside the forest.
Clearing, Whitelee Forest
Looking past one of Whitelee's turbines (off shot) to some of the newer, bigger Browncastle turbines outside the forest.
Turbines, Rough Hill The 1:25,000 map shows this to be the southern extent of the road, but a branch has since appeared running further south. Diggers could be heard towards the end.
Turbines, Rough Hill
The 1:25,000 map shows this to be the southern extent of the road, but a branch has since appeared running further south. Diggers could be heard towards the end.
Henshaw Hill A short walk beyond a turbine gets into the square and a view over some replanted blocks of conifers.
Henshaw Hill
A short walk beyond a turbine gets into the square and a view over some replanted blocks of conifers.
Ride, Whitelee Forest
Ride, Whitelee Forest
Whitelee Forest A replanted block amongst the turbines.
Whitelee Forest
A replanted block amongst the turbines.
Whyte / Smith Memorial An enclosed memorial deep in what is now Whitelee Forest. The monument in the decayed fenced enclosure reads: Eupehmia Whyte In memory of her husband William Smith Of Townhead, Newmilns Born 31st August 1825 Died 11th April 1895 The above Euphemia Whyte Born 18th February 1838 Died 19th September 1908
Whyte / Smith Memorial
An enclosed memorial deep in what is now Whitelee Forest. The monument in the decayed fenced enclosure reads: Eupehmia Whyte In memory of her husband William Smith Of Townhead, Newmilns Born 31st August 1825 Died 11th April 1895 The above Euphemia Whyte Born 18th February 1838 Died 19th September 1908
Whyte / Smith Memorial Whyte / Smith Memorial An enclosed memorial deep in what is now Whitelee Forest. The monument in the decayed fenced enclosure reads: Eupehmia Whyte In memory of her husband William Smith Of Townhead, Newmilns Born 31st August 1825 Died 11th April 1895 The above Euphemia Whyte Born 18th February 1838 Died 19th September 1908
Whyte / Smith Memorial
Whyte / Smith Memorial An enclosed memorial deep in what is now Whitelee Forest. The monument in the decayed fenced enclosure reads: Eupehmia Whyte In memory of her husband William Smith Of Townhead, Newmilns Born 31st August 1825 Died 11th April 1895 The above Euphemia Whyte Born 18th February 1838 Died 19th September 1908
Whitelee Forest Looking over the march into Ayrshire. Whitelee Wind Farm has expanded southwards and now covers most of the forest.
Whitelee Forest
Looking over the march into Ayrshire. Whitelee Wind Farm has expanded southwards and now covers most of the forest.
Road, Whitelee Forest The road runs along the Lanarkshire / Ayrshire march.
Road, Whitelee Forest
The road runs along the Lanarkshire / Ayrshire march.
Road, Whitelee Forest Leading along the Lanarkshire / Ayrshire march towards a recent southwards extension of Whitelees Wind Farm.
Road, Whitelee Forest
Leading along the Lanarkshire / Ayrshire march towards a recent southwards extension of Whitelees Wind Farm.
Lanarkshire - Ayrshire march Whitelee Forest, a ride runs along the county boundary which would have almost certainly had a fence on it before the forest was planted. There is a view towards a turbine on Snab Bent.
Lanarkshire - Ayrshire march
Whitelee Forest, a ride runs along the county boundary which would have almost certainly had a fence on it before the forest was planted. There is a view towards a turbine on Snab Bent.
Wham Brae, White Lee Turbines and clear fell, Whitelee Forest.
Wham Brae, White Lee
Turbines and clear fell, Whitelee Forest.
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Black Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS5843 (Lat: 55.665186, Lng: -4.2564721)

Unitary Authority: East Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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