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Bibblon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Bibblon Hill

Moorland on Bibblon Hill Gently sloping moorland, with the more pronounced hill of Middlefield Law at the back-right of the photo.
Moorland on Bibblon Hill Credit: Alan O'Dowd

Bibblon Hill is a prominent hill located in Ayrshire, a historic county on the southwestern coast of Scotland. It is part of the wider upland area known as the Carrick Hills, which offer stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Rising to an elevation of approximately 250 meters (820 feet), Bibblon Hill is not classified as a mountain, but rather a hill. It is known for its distinctive conical shape, which makes it a prominent landmark in the area. The hill is comprised of sedimentary rock layers, including sandstone and limestone, which have shaped its unique geological features.

The summit of Bibblon Hill is accessible via a well-maintained footpath that leads through a diverse range of flora and fauna. The hill is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, rabbits, and small mammals, which can often be spotted by visitors exploring the area.

The hill's strategic location also makes it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and nature lovers. The surrounding landscape offers a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks and more challenging hikes, with several trails leading to Bibblon Hill's summit. Once at the top, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the rolling hills, fields, and distant coastal areas.

Overall, Bibblon Hill in Ayrshire presents an opportunity to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of the Scottish countryside, while also providing a chance to explore the region's rich geological heritage.

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Bibblon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.56615/-4.1221919 or Grid Reference NS6632. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland on Bibblon Hill Gently sloping moorland, with the more pronounced hill of Middlefield Law at the back-right of the photo.
Moorland on Bibblon Hill
Gently sloping moorland, with the more pronounced hill of Middlefield Law at the back-right of the photo.
Fenceline near the summit of Bibblon Hill A sprawling expanse of moorland, not much visited. On the left-hand side of the fence is Ayrshire; on the right is Lanarkshire.
Fenceline near the summit of Bibblon Hill
A sprawling expanse of moorland, not much visited. On the left-hand side of the fence is Ayrshire; on the right is Lanarkshire.
Forestry firebreak on Bibblon Hill A broad firebreak in the commercial forestry plantation.
Forestry firebreak on Bibblon Hill
A broad firebreak in the commercial forestry plantation.
Bankend Rig Wind Farm Wind turbines in an area of cleared forestry plantations above Glengavel Reservoir, not yet shown on all scales of map.
Bankend Rig Wind Farm
Wind turbines in an area of cleared forestry plantations above Glengavel Reservoir, not yet shown on all scales of map.
Spindle Burn Waterfall The waterfall on the Spindle Burn. This photo was taken on the 30th August 2022.
Spindle Burn Waterfall
The waterfall on the Spindle Burn. This photo was taken on the 30th August 2022.
The Buck Stone There were lots of midges around the Buck Stone on the 30th August 2022.
The Buck Stone
There were lots of midges around the Buck Stone on the 30th August 2022.
Glengavel Reservoir Looking towards farm buildings at High Plewland. The reservoir was constructed in the 1890s by damming the Glengavel Water, to provide a water supply for Strathaven.
Glengavel Reservoir
Looking towards farm buildings at High Plewland. The reservoir was constructed in the 1890s by damming the Glengavel Water, to provide a water supply for Strathaven.
Sheetloch Burn The course of the burn cuts a deep cleft through the forestry on its way to nearby Glengavel Water.
Sheetloch Burn
The course of the burn cuts a deep cleft through the forestry on its way to nearby Glengavel Water.
Bankend Rig Wind Farm The recently constructed wind farm on the slopes of Bankend Rig.
Bankend Rig Wind Farm
The recently constructed wind farm on the slopes of Bankend Rig.
Approaching Bibblon Hill View of the fence running up the hill from Bankend Rig.
Approaching Bibblon Hill
View of the fence running up the hill from Bankend Rig.
B743 at Powbrone Bridge
B743 at Powbrone Bridge
Towards Bibblon Hill The heavily forested lower slopes of Bibblon Hill from a forest track just off the B743 Strathaven to Muirkirk road.
Towards Bibblon Hill
The heavily forested lower slopes of Bibblon Hill from a forest track just off the B743 Strathaven to Muirkirk road.
Powbrone Bridge A bridge carrying the B743 Strathaven to Muirkirk road across the Powbrone Burn.
Powbrone Bridge
A bridge carrying the B743 Strathaven to Muirkirk road across the Powbrone Burn.
Barn by the Muirkirk Road
Barn by the Muirkirk Road
Glengavel Water Towards Glengavel Reservoir
Glengavel Water
Towards Glengavel Reservoir
Bankend Rig and mast
Bankend Rig and mast
Lower slopes of Bibblon Hill
Lower slopes of Bibblon Hill
Bibblon Hill, fences and firebreak
Bibblon Hill, fences and firebreak
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Bibblon Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS6632 (Lat: 55.56615, Lng: -4.1221919)

Unitary Authority: East Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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Bibblon Hill
Corbett: no
Graham: no
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Source: OS7
Lat/Long: 55.5661672/-4.1224592
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