Bar Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Bar Hill

Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.
Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Credit: Jonathan Wilkins

Bar Hill, located in Kirkcudbrightshire, is a prominent hill and a notable landmark in the region. Rising to an elevation of approximately 300 meters (984 feet), this hill offers picturesque views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Situated near the village of Gatehouse of Fleet, Bar Hill is easily accessible, making it an ideal spot for outdoor activities. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, with a variety of plant species and wildlife inhabiting its slopes. It is particularly known for its diverse bird population, attracting birdwatchers from far and wide.

The ascent to the top of Bar Hill is moderately challenging, with a well-marked trail leading to the summit. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the tranquil ambiance of the countryside, as well as the breathtaking vistas of the Galloway Forest Park and the Solway Firth.

At the summit of Bar Hill, on a clear day, one can marvel at panoramic views that stretch for miles, encompassing the rolling hills, farmland, and glimpses of the nearby coastline. The hill offers a sense of tranquility and serenity, providing an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Bar Hill in Kirkcudbrightshire is a natural gem, offering a combination of natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and stunning views. Whether one seeks adventure or simply desires a peaceful retreat in nature, Bar Hill is a destination that caters to all.

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Bar Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.817075/-4.2055903 or Grid Reference NX5849. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Inlet, Knockbrex Bay Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.
Inlet, Knockbrex Bay
Rock outcrops, almost covered by turf, at the side of an inlet on Knockbrex Bay. Knockbrex House can be seen over the coastal fields.
Folded strata Rock outcrops on the shore are bedded greywackes belonging to the Kirkmaiden Formation, of Silurian (Llandovery) age. Their hardness and resistance to erosion is due to their state of metamorphism through deep burial during continental collision. The folding demonstrated here was caused by differential movement along faults separating adjacent slices of sediments as they were scraped off a descending oceanic plate (an "accretionary prism").
Folded strata
Rock outcrops on the shore are bedded greywackes belonging to the Kirkmaiden Formation, of Silurian (Llandovery) age. Their hardness and resistance to erosion is due to their state of metamorphism through deep burial during continental collision. The folding demonstrated here was caused by differential movement along faults separating adjacent slices of sediments as they were scraped off a descending oceanic plate (an "accretionary prism").
Upright strata Large areas of the foreshore here comprise vertically disposed beds of Silurian greywacke which show only gentle folding. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6968175">NX5749 : Folded strata</a> for an interpretation of the disposition and nature of the rocks here.
Upright strata
Large areas of the foreshore here comprise vertically disposed beds of Silurian greywacke which show only gentle folding. See also NX5749 : Folded strata for an interpretation of the disposition and nature of the rocks here.
Coastal pasture, Knockbrex
Coastal pasture, Knockbrex
Low tide near Ardwall Isle Two men on the east side of Ardwall Isle were taking advantage of an evening low tide to collect some whelks.
Low tide near Ardwall Isle
Two men on the east side of Ardwall Isle were taking advantage of an evening low tide to collect some whelks.
Corseyard Dairy A real oddity, in stile it aspires to appear as a church.
Corseyard Dairy
A real oddity, in stile it aspires to appear as a church.
Unused gate Unused gate on the Knockbrex Estate.
Unused gate
Unused gate on the Knockbrex Estate.
Corseyard Dairy Corseyard Dairy, (locally known as Coo Palace) with a water tower designed to look like a medieval Scottish fortified house, constructed for the then laird of nearby Knockbrex estate, James Brown, chairman of Affleck & Brown, a Manchester department store.
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Corseyard Dairy
Corseyard Dairy, (locally known as Coo Palace) with a water tower designed to look like a medieval Scottish fortified house, constructed for the then laird of nearby Knockbrex estate, James Brown, chairman of Affleck & Brown, a Manchester department store. LinkExternal link
Boundary Wall A section of Corseyard Dairy, boundary wall.
Boundary Wall
A section of Corseyard Dairy, boundary wall.
Castle Haven Bay
Castle Haven Bay
Ardwall Isle This is at the southwest corner of the small tidal island in Wigtown Bay looking over to Murray’s Isles.
Ardwall Isle
This is at the southwest corner of the small tidal island in Wigtown Bay looking over to Murray’s Isles.
Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay Three pillars in the bay act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. This was viewed at low tide.
Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay
Three pillars in the bay act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. This was viewed at low tide.
A cairn on Ardwall Isle The cairn at 34m marks the high spot of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay.
A cairn on Ardwall Isle
The cairn at 34m marks the high spot of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay.
Ardwall Isle This is at the southwest edge of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay at low tide.
Ardwall Isle
This is at the southwest edge of this small tidal island in Wigtown Bay at low tide.
Corseyard Dairy for sale This Gothic style dairy steading was original built for James Brown of Knockbrex. The site is currently marketed for sale and the foreground sign reads:-
Grade A Listed Edwardian Dairy
with lapsed planning for conversion
to Residential and/or Business use
Available as a whole or in 3 lots
Corseyard Dairy for sale
This Gothic style dairy steading was original built for James Brown of Knockbrex. The site is currently marketed for sale and the foreground sign reads:- Grade A Listed Edwardian Dairy with lapsed planning for conversion to Residential and/or Business use Available as a whole or in 3 lots
Corseyard Dairy Tower The Corseyard Dairy buildings are currently marketed for sale. For a wider view, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3507630">NX5948 : Corseyard Dairy for sale</a>.
Corseyard Dairy Tower
The Corseyard Dairy buildings are currently marketed for sale. For a wider view, see NX5948 : Corseyard Dairy for sale.
A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. For a view of all three pillars, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3507589">NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay</a>.
A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay
This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. For a view of all three pillars, see NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay.
A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. The harbour is just out of shot to the right. For a view of all three pillars, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3507589">NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay</a>.
A navigation pillar at Knockbrex Bay
This is one of three pillars that act as navigation markers for a small harbour at Knockbrex. The harbour is just out of shot to the right. For a view of all three pillars, see NX5849 : Navigation pillars at Knockbrex Bay.
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Bar Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX5849 (Lat: 54.817075, Lng: -4.2055903)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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