White Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

White Hill

Bellymack Fields A large modern [post-2010] house on the B795 just east of Laurieston. — Bellymack Fields Credit: M J Richardson

White Hill is a prominent hill located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. It is situated near the town of Kirkcudbright and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. White Hill is part of the Galloway Hills range and stands at an elevation of approximately 320 meters (1,050 feet) above sea level.

The hill is characterized by its distinctive white rock formations, which give it its name. These rocks are composed of granite and quartz, creating a striking contrast with the green grass and heather that cover the slopes. White Hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of trails and paths to explore.

At the summit of White Hill, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the rolling hills and valleys of Kirkcudbrightshire, as well as the nearby Solway Firth and Irish Sea. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Isle of Man and the Lake District in England.

Overall, White Hill is a picturesque and scenic destination for those looking to experience the natural beauty of Scotland's countryside.

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White Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.959727/-4.0412508 or Grid Reference NX6964. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bellymack Fields

A large modern [post-2010] house on the B795 just east of Laurieston.

M J Richardson

Rough ground near Bellymack Fields

Wet and rushy, with a small drain.

M J Richardson

Rough grazing near Bellymack Cottage

With a line of bushes along a drain.

M J Richardson

Kirk Road, Laurieston

A 'no through road' to Dornell Loch. The nearest church is in NX7266.

M J Richardson

Gallery and cafe, Laurieston

Richard Webb

Game Park Plantation

Richard Webb

B795, Bellymack Moss

The wooded hills above Laurieston are in the background after the road crosses farmland and small woods near the outflow of Loch Ken.

Richard Webb

Bellymack Hill entrance

There is a kite feeding station here and it sounded a bit like a sheepdog trial with the kites whistling from the surrounding trees.

Richard Webb

Edge of Laurieston Forest

A field under Craigcroft Wood.

Richard Webb

Red kite at feeding station

Taken soon after they opened

David Pashley

Mum and Kid at red kite feeding station

Red kites were once common scavengers around our cities, feeding on scraps and carrion. They were, however, persecuted in the 19C, wrongly thought to take lambs and game. By 1880 only a dozen or so remained in the UK, in valleys in mid-Wales. In 1989 a reintroduction programme was launched and 104 red kites were released in Galloway between 2001 and 2005. They are now well established and have bred since 2003 with increasing success, with 18 young fledging in 2003 to 104 in 2011, and from 4 to 58 nesting pairs over the same period. There are now about 320 in the area. They are encouraged by a feeding station near Laurieston at Bellymack Hill Farm, and large numbers can be seen and heard calling every day as they gather in the trees and wheel about making their whistling calls, waiting for the daily feed at 2pm [road kill and chicken]. For more information see the Galloway Kite Trail and RSPB links – Link