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Gillies Hill

Hill, Mountain in Stirlingshire

Scotland

Gillies Hill

Sauchie Craig A line of whinstone crags above North Third Reservoir.
Sauchie Craig Credit: Richard Webb

Gillies Hill is a prominent landmark located in Stirlingshire, Scotland. Rising to a height of around 274 meters (899 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. Situated near the town of Cambusbarron, Gillies Hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the city of Stirling and the famous Stirling Castle.

The hillside is covered with a mixture of woodland and heathland, providing a diverse habitat for various flora and fauna. Ancient oak trees can be found scattered across the hill, contributing to its natural beauty and historical significance. In fact, Gillies Hill is known for its rich archaeological heritage, as it was once the site of a significant Iron Age hillfort. The remains of the fort, including defensive ditches and ramparts, are still visible today.

Due to its historical significance and natural beauty, Gillies Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The hill offers several walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore its diverse landscapes at their own pace. It is a particularly popular spot for walkers, hikers, and nature lovers who appreciate the tranquility and serenity of the area.

Gillies Hill also holds cultural importance, as it was the site of the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. This historic battle, fought between the Kingdom of Scotland and the Kingdom of England, marked a significant turning point in the Scottish Wars of Independence.

Overall, Gillies Hill is a picturesque and historically significant landmark, attracting visitors with its natural beauty, archaeological remains, and panoramic views.

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Gillies Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.101535/-3.9765718 or Grid Reference NS7791. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sauchie Craig A line of whinstone crags above North Third Reservoir.
Sauchie Craig
A line of whinstone crags above North Third Reservoir.
Path junction, Middlethird Wood
Path junction, Middlethird Wood
Pinnacle, Sauchie Craig A fine dolerite scarp.
Pinnacle, Sauchie Craig
A fine dolerite scarp.
Path, Middlethird Wood The crag top path prior to another steep rocky slope.
Path, Middlethird Wood
The crag top path prior to another steep rocky slope.
Middlethird Wood
Middlethird Wood
Incoming shower at Sauchie Craigs The trees were getting a good battering from the wind as another shower moved in. A faint rainbow is visible in the distance.
Incoming shower at Sauchie Craigs
The trees were getting a good battering from the wind as another shower moved in. A faint rainbow is visible in the distance.
Old dyke, Middlethird Wood Mature conifer plantation which I doubt will be around much longer. The dyke is a remnant from farming days.
Old dyke, Middlethird Wood
Mature conifer plantation which I doubt will be around much longer. The dyke is a remnant from farming days.
Road to Middlethird The road serves the woodlands and here it runs between a mature plantation and a field.
Road to Middlethird
The road serves the woodlands and here it runs between a mature plantation and a field.
Inside Middlethird Wood Mature conifer wood, probably due to be felled soon. The clearing is shown on the current orienteering map and is a bit easier to spot than most mapped clearings.
Inside Middlethird Wood
Mature conifer wood, probably due to be felled soon. The clearing is shown on the current orienteering map and is a bit easier to spot than most mapped clearings.
Bluebell wood, Middlethird Genuine wild hyacinths rather than the garden escapes and their hybrids which dominate the Stirling area.
Bluebell wood, Middlethird
Genuine wild hyacinths rather than the garden escapes and their hybrids which dominate the Stirling area.
Cultenhove Dam This hows the weir taking the water to the fishery and the continuation of the Sauchie Burn.
Cultenhove Dam
This hows the weir taking the water to the fishery and the continuation of the Sauchie Burn.
Middle Third, feeding troughs With a view to Stirling and the Ochil hills beyond.
Middle Third, feeding troughs
With a view to Stirling and the Ochil hills beyond.
Pasture above Cultenhove Dam The view beyond shows the Carse of Stirling.
Pasture above Cultenhove Dam
The view beyond shows the Carse of Stirling.
Middlethird, pasture The cottage known as Middlethird can be seen on the edge of the treeline.
Middlethird, pasture
The cottage known as Middlethird can be seen on the edge of the treeline.
Middlethird, access track Not often used by vehicles by the looks of it.
Middlethird, access track
Not often used by vehicles by the looks of it.
M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.
M9, northbound
The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.
M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.
M9, northbound
The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.
M9, northbound The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.
M9, northbound
The M9 runs 32 from Edinburgh to Dunblane.
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Gillies Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS7791 (Lat: 56.101535, Lng: -3.9765718)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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Located within 500m of 56.101535,-3.9765718
Gillies Hill
Ele: 170
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q15221689
Wikipedia: en:Gillies Hill
Lat/Long: 56.0992091/-3.978409
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Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 56.102572/-3.9828201
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