Achie Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Achie Hill

Fire Station, New Galloway The fire station on the south side of the A712 seen across a lawned area.
Fire Station, New Galloway Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Achive Hill, located in Kirkcudbrightshire, is a prominent hill that forms part of the scenic landscape in southern Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 270 meters (886 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and coastline.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and a rounded summit, which provides an easy-to-navigate terrain for hikers and nature enthusiasts. It is covered in lush green vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered shrubs, creating a picturesque setting for wildlife and plant species.

At the summit, visitors can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Solway Firth and the charming town of Kirkcudbright. On clear days, the views extend as far as the Irish Sea and even the Lake District in England.

Achive Hill is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hillwalking, hiking, and birdwatching. The hill's diverse ecosystem attracts a variety of bird species, including buzzards, kestrels, and pheasants. It also provides a habitat for small mammals like voles and rabbits.

Access to Achive Hill is relatively easy, with several well-marked trails leading to the summit. The hill is often included as part of longer walks or routes in the surrounding area, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the wider Kirkcudbrightshire countryside.

Overall, Achive Hill stands as a natural treasure in Kirkcudbrightshire, offering both locals and tourists a chance to immerse themselves in the stunning Scottish scenery and enjoy the tranquility of its rugged beauty.

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Achie Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.074348/-4.1688479 or Grid Reference NX6177. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fire Station, New Galloway The fire station on the south side of the A712 seen across a lawned area.
Fire Station, New Galloway
The fire station on the south side of the A712 seen across a lawned area.
New Galloway Episcopalian Church Located on the main route into the village from Ken Bridge.
New Galloway Episcopalian Church
Located on the main route into the village from Ken Bridge.
Farmland at New Galloway Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
Farmland at New Galloway
Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
Kells Parish Church, New Galloway Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
Kells Parish Church, New Galloway
Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
Viewfield Farm, New Galloway Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
Viewfield Farm, New Galloway
Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
New Galloway Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road. With a view to a Windfarm.
New Galloway
Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road. With a view to a Windfarm.
Kells Parish Church in Sunlight Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
Kells Parish Church in Sunlight
Viewed from the Old Edinburgh Road.
Farmer and Sheepdogs, New Galloway On the Old Edinburgh Road.
Farmer and Sheepdogs, New Galloway
On the Old Edinburgh Road.
Old milestone When railways were constructed across the hills of Kirkcudbright and Wigtonshire the stations were often several miles from the nearest large settlement.   The station for New Galloway was 5 miles to the south along the west bank of Loch Ken and on to Mossdale.    Milestones of this shape are found on several of the roads leading to stations.  From New Galloway it is 5 miles to the station.   This stone is in the village centre near The Smithy Tea Room.
Old milestone
When railways were constructed across the hills of Kirkcudbright and Wigtonshire the stations were often several miles from the nearest large settlement. The station for New Galloway was 5 miles to the south along the west bank of Loch Ken and on to Mossdale. Milestones of this shape are found on several of the roads leading to stations. From New Galloway it is 5 miles to the station. This stone is in the village centre near The Smithy Tea Room.
Old milestone This milestone in the centre of New Galloway on the A712 indicates 24 miles from Dumfries.   It is another 18 miles to Newton Stewart.
Old milestone
This milestone in the centre of New Galloway on the A712 indicates 24 miles from Dumfries. It is another 18 miles to Newton Stewart.
Old milestone The crossroads in New Galloway, with a road north following the Water of Ken for 3 or 4 miles to Earlstoun Loch.   Crocketford is to the east on the way to Dumfries.
Old milestone
The crossroads in New Galloway, with a road north following the Water of Ken for 3 or 4 miles to Earlstoun Loch. Crocketford is to the east on the way to Dumfries.
Windthrow near New Galloway By Sentry Knowe.
Windthrow near New Galloway
By Sentry Knowe.
Fintloch Hill Fintloch Hill near New Galloway has this TV-Relay for New Galloway and St John's Town of Dalry on it. The River Ken dominates this whole valley.
Fintloch Hill
Fintloch Hill near New Galloway has this TV-Relay for New Galloway and St John's Town of Dalry on it. The River Ken dominates this whole valley.
New Galloway View south up the main street showing the rendered fronts of the buildings of this lovely Galloway village.
New Galloway
View south up the main street showing the rendered fronts of the buildings of this lovely Galloway village.
The Cross Keys Hotel, New Galloway View North down the Main Street of this picturesque Galloway village showing the Cross Keys Hotel which dates from the 18th Century
The Cross Keys Hotel, New Galloway
View North down the Main Street of this picturesque Galloway village showing the Cross Keys Hotel which dates from the 18th Century
Valley of the Knocknairling Burn, Clatteringshaws Forest Seen from the A712, Newton Stewart to New Galloway road.
Valley of the Knocknairling Burn, Clatteringshaws Forest
Seen from the A712, Newton Stewart to New Galloway road.
Autumn colours, Clatteringshaws Forest Seen from the A712, Newton Stewart to New Galloway road.
Autumn colours, Clatteringshaws Forest
Seen from the A712, Newton Stewart to New Galloway road.
Nether Achie, above New Galloway
Nether Achie, above New Galloway
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Achie Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX6177 (Lat: 55.074348, Lng: -4.1688479)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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