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Lagower Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Lagower Hill

Sunlight on the path through the forest
Sunlight on the path through the forest Credit: Gordon Brown

Lagower Hill is a prominent geological feature located in Ayrshire, Scotland. It is a small hill that rises to an elevation of approximately 223 meters (732 feet) above sea level. The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and a distinctive summit that offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Lagower Hill is primarily composed of sedimentary rock, including sandstone and shale, which was formed millions of years ago during the Carboniferous period. The hill is covered in a mix of grasses, heather, and shrubs, providing habitat for a variety of wildlife such as birds, rabbits, and insects.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, who come to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and the opportunity to explore the rugged terrain. There are several walking paths and trails that lead to the summit, making it accessible to visitors of all ages and fitness levels.

Overall, Lagower Hill is a picturesque and tranquil natural landmark in Ayrshire, offering breathtaking views and a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Lagower Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.294209/-4.1391506 or Grid Reference NS6402. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sunlight on the path through the forest
Sunlight on the path through the forest
Bridge over the Montraw Burn Fenced off to vehicles but passable on foot.
Bridge over the Montraw Burn
Fenced off to vehicles but passable on foot.
The ruins of Monthraw Cottage
The ruins of Monthraw Cottage
The head of Afton Reservoir What looks like some water-board large piping left lying around.
The head of Afton Reservoir
What looks like some water-board large piping left lying around.
Bridge over the Alwhat Burn This area has seen a lot of forestry activity, plus wind farm development, hence the re-gravelled roads.
Bridge over the Alwhat Burn
This area has seen a lot of forestry activity, plus wind farm development, hence the re-gravelled roads.
Along the fence to Alhang This fence descends from the col between Windy Standard and Millaneoch Hill to the lower col between Alhang and the two aforementioned hills before climbing towards the summit of Alhang. It comes close to marking the boundary between East Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway, although the boundary follows the watershed more closely along this stretch.
Along the fence to Alhang
This fence descends from the col between Windy Standard and Millaneoch Hill to the lower col between Alhang and the two aforementioned hills before climbing towards the summit of Alhang. It comes close to marking the boundary between East Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway, although the boundary follows the watershed more closely along this stretch.
Rough grazing below Alhang Rough grazing land on the northwestern slopes of Alhang, near the head of the Afton Valley.
Rough grazing below Alhang
Rough grazing land on the northwestern slopes of Alhang, near the head of the Afton Valley.
Western slopes of Meikledodd Hill Looking across the western slopes of Meikledodd Hill with mist banked up against the windward side of the hill.
Western slopes of Meikledodd Hill
Looking across the western slopes of Meikledodd Hill with mist banked up against the windward side of the hill.
Fence on Ewe Hill A slight rise up to the 575m point on Ewe Hill.
Fence on Ewe Hill
A slight rise up to the 575m point on Ewe Hill.
Anemometer mast between Alwhat and Ewe Hill A 22 turbine wind farm (Lorg Wind Farm) is proposed by EoN for these hills - this mast is monitoring wind speed and direction.
Anemometer mast between Alwhat and Ewe Hill
A 22 turbine wind farm (Lorg Wind Farm) is proposed by EoN for these hills - this mast is monitoring wind speed and direction.
Summit of Alhang - view towards Lowther Hills A wind turbine and ugly service roads may soon be dominating the summit of this peaceful hill as part of EoN's proposed 22 turbine Lorg Wind Farm. The tiny cairn is marked as a boundary stone on the 1:25000 map. It is (roughly) on the old county boundary between Ayrshire and Kirkcudbrightshire.
Summit of Alhang - view towards Lowther Hills
A wind turbine and ugly service roads may soon be dominating the summit of this peaceful hill as part of EoN's proposed 22 turbine Lorg Wind Farm. The tiny cairn is marked as a boundary stone on the 1:25000 map. It is (roughly) on the old county boundary between Ayrshire and Kirkcudbrightshire.
Summit of Alhang - view towards Afton Reservoir A wind turbine and ugly service roads may soon be dominating the summit of this peaceful hill as part of EoN's proposed 22 turbine Lorg Wind Farm. The tiny cairn is marked as a boundary stone on the 1:25000 map. It is (roughly) on the old county boundary between Ayrshire and Kirkcudbrightshire.
Summit of Alhang - view towards Afton Reservoir
A wind turbine and ugly service roads may soon be dominating the summit of this peaceful hill as part of EoN's proposed 22 turbine Lorg Wind Farm. The tiny cairn is marked as a boundary stone on the 1:25000 map. It is (roughly) on the old county boundary between Ayrshire and Kirkcudbrightshire.
Mid Rig A spur leading south-east from Alhang.
Mid Rig
A spur leading south-east from Alhang.
Ewe Hill forestry plantations Sitka spruce plantations above the valley of the Spout Burn.
Ewe Hill forestry plantations
Sitka spruce plantations above the valley of the Spout Burn.
New fence on Mid Rig An electric fence to keep sheep away from the steep drops on the right.
New fence on Mid Rig
An electric fence to keep sheep away from the steep drops on the right.
Alhang (summit cairn) Looking towards Windy Standard from the summit of Alhang.
Alhang (summit cairn)
Looking towards Windy Standard from the summit of Alhang.
Meikledodd Hill (summit) Looking towards Blacklorg Hill from the summit (NS 66097 02754) of Meikledodd Hill.
Meikledodd Hill (summit)
Looking towards Blacklorg Hill from the summit (NS 66097 02754) of Meikledodd Hill.
Alwhat (fence junction) Looking towards Windy Standard from the fence junction on the summit of Alwhat. The summit (NS 64661 02032) is 3m N of the fence junction.
Alwhat (fence junction)
Looking towards Windy Standard from the fence junction on the summit of Alwhat. The summit (NS 64661 02032) is 3m N of the fence junction.
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Lagower Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS6402 (Lat: 55.294209, Lng: -4.1391506)

Unitary Authority: East Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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