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Doon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Doon Hill

Granite outcrop shore The shore here comprises solid granite outcrop, albeit fissured and jointed. Where the rock is clean and free of colourful lichen, the granite has a pronounced red tint which is characteristic of the southern, marginal part of the large intrusive mass.
Granite outcrop shore Credit: Jonathan Wilkins

Doon Hill is a prominent hill located in Kirkcudbrightshire, a historic county in the Dumfries and Galloway region of Scotland. Rising to a height of approximately 213 meters (699 feet), it is a notable landmark in the area.

Situated near the village of Abercrombie, Doon Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills and picturesque farmland that characterizes the region. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, with a mixture of grasses, heather, and some scattered trees.

Doon Hill holds significant historical and cultural importance. It is home to a mysterious site known as the "Fairy Knowe," where local folklore suggests that fairies used to reside. The hill has long been associated with supernatural beliefs and legends, attracting visitors interested in the mystical and magical.

At the summit of Doon Hill, there is a stone circle consisting of 16 stones, which add to the hill's enigmatic allure. The purpose and origins of the circle remain unknown, adding to the intrigue and speculation. The site is often visited by those interested in ancient history and archaeology.

Accessible by foot, Doon Hill offers several paths and trails for hikers and nature enthusiasts to explore. The hill provides a peaceful and tranquil setting, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.884318/-3.7996352 or Grid Reference NX8455. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Granite outcrop shore The shore here comprises solid granite outcrop, albeit fissured and jointed. Where the rock is clean and free of colourful lichen, the granite has a pronounced red tint which is characteristic of the southern, marginal part of the large intrusive mass.
Granite outcrop shore
The shore here comprises solid granite outcrop, albeit fissured and jointed. Where the rock is clean and free of colourful lichen, the granite has a pronounced red tint which is characteristic of the southern, marginal part of the large intrusive mass.
Shell banks A curious feature of the coast here is the presence of storm beaches comprising nothing but cockle shells, which make a very colourful contrast with the rock outcrop and marshy turf.
Shell banks
A curious feature of the coast here is the presence of storm beaches comprising nothing but cockle shells, which make a very colourful contrast with the rock outcrop and marshy turf.
Polished granite, Roughfirth The shore at Roughfirth has abundant granite outcrop which is kept wonderfully clean by erosive wave action. The granite is more compact here, with fewer joints and fissures, so has been eroded and polished into smooth, rounded pillows with a fine pinkish hue. The environs of the Criffel-Daleattie Granite Pluton are a geologist's dream.
Polished granite, Roughfirth
The shore at Roughfirth has abundant granite outcrop which is kept wonderfully clean by erosive wave action. The granite is more compact here, with fewer joints and fissures, so has been eroded and polished into smooth, rounded pillows with a fine pinkish hue. The environs of the Criffel-Daleattie Granite Pluton are a geologist's dream.
Lichen-encrusted outcrop Fissured granite outcrop lies above the maximum tide level, so is a favourable habitat for the characteristic Caloplaca and Lecanora lichens.
Lichen-encrusted outcrop
Fissured granite outcrop lies above the maximum tide level, so is a favourable habitat for the characteristic Caloplaca and Lecanora lichens.
Ice-smoothed outcrop This area of rock outcrop lies entirely below the maximum high-tide level, as can be seen from the encrusting molluscs, so it has none of the lichens which are characteristic of the upper shore. The clean rock shows obvious signs of erosion by glacial action, presumably due to an ice stream moving down the valley of the Urr from higher ground inland.
Ice-smoothed outcrop
This area of rock outcrop lies entirely below the maximum high-tide level, as can be seen from the encrusting molluscs, so it has none of the lichens which are characteristic of the upper shore. The clean rock shows obvious signs of erosion by glacial action, presumably due to an ice stream moving down the valley of the Urr from higher ground inland.
Ready to go A fleet of sailing dinghies ready to take to the water at the Solway Yacht Club slipway.
Ready to go
A fleet of sailing dinghies ready to take to the water at the Solway Yacht Club slipway.
Boat storage Boats standing on saltmarsh above the normal tide level.
Boat storage
Boats standing on saltmarsh above the normal tide level.
Muddy river banks Mud banks at the side of Urr Water on a falling tide, though there is a good way to go yet.
Muddy river banks
Mud banks at the side of Urr Water on a falling tide, though there is a good way to go yet.
Morning reflections Still water on the Urr in the early morning.
Morning reflections
Still water on the Urr in the early morning.
Riverbank and salt marsh Diverse habitats in the estuary of Urr Water, which meanders in an impressive fashion.
Riverbank and salt marsh
Diverse habitats in the estuary of Urr Water, which meanders in an impressive fashion.
Creek meanders Fabulous, sinuous forms and billowing banks in the mud of a tidal creek.
Creek meanders
Fabulous, sinuous forms and billowing banks in the mud of a tidal creek.
Mud reflections Fabulous forms highlighted by reflection in this contra-jour image of a meandering creek at low tide.
Mud reflections
Fabulous forms highlighted by reflection in this contra-jour image of a meandering creek at low tide.
Granite outcrop Rock outcrop at the edge of low ground reaching out from Meiklebob Farm. This is a pretty spot, and very different from the neighbouring prairies of silage with vast cowsheds.
Granite outcrop
Rock outcrop at the edge of low ground reaching out from Meiklebob Farm. This is a pretty spot, and very different from the neighbouring prairies of silage with vast cowsheds.
Granite boulder A large glacial erratic boulder sits close to the granite outcrop of the higher ground. This appears to be a favourite spot for the farm animals to rub themselves when needed.
Granite boulder
A large glacial erratic boulder sits close to the granite outcrop of the higher ground. This appears to be a favourite spot for the farm animals to rub themselves when needed.
Wetland by a stream A small stream runs down from the farm, but it has disappeared into wet grassland at this time of low flow.
Wetland by a stream
A small stream runs down from the farm, but it has disappeared into wet grassland at this time of low flow.
Shell Beach Kippford One of the shell beaches just out from Kippford. The beaches around this part of the coast are made from broken cockle shells.
Shell Beach Kippford
One of the shell beaches just out from Kippford. The beaches around this part of the coast are made from broken cockle shells.
Rocky Shore Kippford Rocky shore just off the shell beach looking out towards Rough Island. The sand bank showing at low tide is known as the causeway. Although possible to walk out at the right state of the tide, the National Trust for Scotland ask visitors to keep off the Island from the 1st of March until the 31st of July to protect and avoid disturbing the nesting bird colonies.
Rocky Shore Kippford
Rocky shore just off the shell beach looking out towards Rough Island. The sand bank showing at low tide is known as the causeway. Although possible to walk out at the right state of the tide, the National Trust for Scotland ask visitors to keep off the Island from the 1st of March until the 31st of July to protect and avoid disturbing the nesting bird colonies.
Shell Beach, Roughfirth Road The shell beach located at the end of Roughfirth Road just out of Kippford. The Hawthorn Tree seen on the left won Woodland Trust Tree of the Year 2021 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/british-trees/tree-of-the-year/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/british-trees/tree-of-the-year/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Shell Beach, Roughfirth Road
The shell beach located at the end of Roughfirth Road just out of Kippford. The Hawthorn Tree seen on the left won Woodland Trust Tree of the Year 2021 LinkExternal link
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Doon Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX8455 (Lat: 54.884318, Lng: -3.7996352)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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