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Barskeoch Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Barskeoch Hill

Hardhills Cottage
Hardhills Cottage Credit: Eirian Evans

Barskeoch Hill is a prominent hill located in the region of Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of 1,473 feet (449 meters), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain. Barskeoch Hill sits within the Galloway Hills range, which is known for its scenic beauty and rolling landscape.

The hill is situated roughly 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) northeast of the town of New Galloway and is easily accessible via a network of footpaths and trails. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the picturesque Loch Ken and the Galloway Forest Park.

Barskeoch Hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides and a distinctive rounded peak. The hill is predominantly covered in heather, with patches of grass and scattered trees along its lower slopes. Its summit offers a vantage point for capturing stunning views of the surrounding hills, valleys, and water bodies.

The area around Barskeoch Hill is rich in biodiversity, supporting a variety of flora and fauna. It is home to numerous bird species, including red kites, buzzards, and peregrine falcons, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Barskeoch Hill offers ample opportunities for hiking, walking, and nature exploration. Its well-maintained trails and paths cater to both experienced hikers and casual walkers, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside.

In summary, Barskeoch Hill in Kirkcudbrightshire is a scenic and accessible hill that offers stunning views, diverse wildlife, and a range of outdoor activities, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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Barskeoch Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.935141/-3.8583185 or Grid Reference NX8161. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hardhills Cottage
Hardhills Cottage
Buittle Mains View across open farmland towards the farm. There is a radio mast on the hill in the distance.
Buittle Mains
View across open farmland towards the farm. There is a radio mast on the hill in the distance.
Urr Water from Buittle Bridge
Urr Water from Buittle Bridge
Buittle or Craignair Bridge Buittle Bridge, also known as Craignair Bridge is a bridge over the Urr Water just outside Dalbeattie in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Completed in 1797, it replaced an earlier two-span bridge of the same name which was destroyed in a flood a short time after its completion.
Buittle or Craignair Bridge
Buittle Bridge, also known as Craignair Bridge is a bridge over the Urr Water just outside Dalbeattie in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Completed in 1797, it replaced an earlier two-span bridge of the same name which was destroyed in a flood a short time after its completion.
Barskeoch Hill This large Radio Tower stands on a high hill between Castle Douglas and Dalbeattie. The tower is a TV Relay for the area and belongs to ntl.
Barskeoch Hill
This large Radio Tower stands on a high hill between Castle Douglas and Dalbeattie. The tower is a TV Relay for the area and belongs to ntl.
Buittle Bridge The Buittle Bridge over the River Urr carries the A711 road from Castle Douglas to Dalbeattie. A short distance downstream from here the river becomes tidal and was originally navigable by quite large vessels.
Buittle Bridge
The Buittle Bridge over the River Urr carries the A711 road from Castle Douglas to Dalbeattie. A short distance downstream from here the river becomes tidal and was originally navigable by quite large vessels.
Dalbeattie High School Taken from Haugh Road
Dalbeattie High School
Taken from Haugh Road
Farmland north of Dalbeattie
Farmland north of Dalbeattie
Railway bridge (remaining buttresses) across the Urr This is part of the old Dalbeattie - Castle Douglas line opened in 1859 and closed under Beeching in the 1960s
Railway bridge (remaining buttresses) across the Urr
This is part of the old Dalbeattie - Castle Douglas line opened in 1859 and closed under Beeching in the 1960s
River Urr Great for sea trout, brown trout and the occasional salmon
River Urr
Great for sea trout, brown trout and the occasional salmon
Halketleaths Bridge Bridge over the Birkland Burn at the junction of the Meikle Knox, Blackerne and Netheryett lanes.
Halketleaths Bridge
Bridge over the Birkland Burn at the junction of the Meikle Knox, Blackerne and Netheryett lanes.
West Logan Farm on the Meikle Knox - Netheryett lane.
West Logan
Farm on the Meikle Knox - Netheryett lane.
East Logan Track to East Logan farm, situated on the slopes of Fellside. Beyond lies the Urr Valley towards Dalbeattie.
East Logan
Track to East Logan farm, situated on the slopes of Fellside. Beyond lies the Urr Valley towards Dalbeattie.
Guffogland Winter view NW from Guffogland farm road toward Meikle Knox and Halket Leathes.
Guffogland
Winter view NW from Guffogland farm road toward Meikle Knox and Halket Leathes.
Dalbeattie Reservoir (Buittle) Officially Dalbeattie Reservoir but known locally as Buittle Reservoir. Rumbling Well (a natural spring leading into the water) was used in the C17 as a spring for sick people, here they left money or clothes as a thanks offering. The TV-Radio relay transmitter stands on Barskeoch Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NX8161">NX8161</a>.
Dalbeattie Reservoir (Buittle)
Officially Dalbeattie Reservoir but known locally as Buittle Reservoir. Rumbling Well (a natural spring leading into the water) was used in the C17 as a spring for sick people, here they left money or clothes as a thanks offering. The TV-Radio relay transmitter stands on Barskeoch Hill NX8161.
Hardhills Winter view across the fields of Little Knox toward the A745 at Hardhills Smithy, now a modern farming machinery dealership.
Hardhills
Winter view across the fields of Little Knox toward the A745 at Hardhills Smithy, now a modern farming machinery dealership.
Buittle Mains Track descends from the A745 to Buittle Mains Farm, beyond is Knox Hill.
Buittle Mains
Track descends from the A745 to Buittle Mains Farm, beyond is Knox Hill.
Buittle Place Buittle Place incorporates Buittle Tower (C16), which is associated with Dervorguilla Balliol. The tower was built on site of older fortification.
Buittle Place
Buittle Place incorporates Buittle Tower (C16), which is associated with Dervorguilla Balliol. The tower was built on site of older fortification.
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Barskeoch Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX8161 (Lat: 54.935141, Lng: -3.8583185)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

What 3 Words

///misfits.wildfires.lobby. Near Dalbeattie, Dumfries & Galloway

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Buittle Hill
Natural: peak
Source: Popular Edition (Scotland)
Lat/Long: 54.9375445/-3.8530495
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Man Made: tower
Tower Construction: lattice
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 54.9349641/-3.8579976
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Barskeoch Hill
Ele: 182
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.9352584/-3.8586912
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.9331507/-3.8518935
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.9325143/-3.852084
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Parking
Lat/Long: 54.9324369/-3.8611764
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Man Made: survey_point
Lat/Long: 54.9351613/-3.8583334
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